YOUR WORD IS YOUR BOND
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog, Education, Entrepreneurship
We can’t have a cop on every corner or a regulator in every office. At some point we must rely on the people we hire, do business with, and buy products or services from. When we cannot depend on on these people, we look to terminate the relationship and search for... A VALID ALTERNATIVE
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Article, Business Blog, Education, Entrepreneurship, Event
Should we be teaching the mindset necessary for successful entrepreneurship beginning much earlier than college? By postponing the consideration of self-employment until after high school are educational institutions actually discouraging their students from... NOT JUST HOW, BUT WHY
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Article, Business Blog, Education, Interview
It’s your first day on the job. But now comes the most critical part: your orientation and training. This is your chance to show your new employer that you are going to work out. Here are some helpful hints we recommend to get the most out of these important first... MAKING A FIRST IMPRESSION
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog, Education
Congratulations! You have made it through the vetting process. They’ve checked your résumé, called your references, and scheduled an appointment for that all important in-person interview. This will be their first opportunity to see you in person, hear how you answer... EXPERIENCE TRUMPS EDUCATION
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog, Education, Entrepreneurship
Today’s college graduates face increasing competition for the fewer jobs that are out there. We often are asked by college students, “What do I have to do to get hired?” Many students chase the courses that seem to align with a particular profession hoping that their...