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World’s Best Sale Pitch: “My Product will help you Increase Sales”

BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE!

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

We’ve spent over two decades in sales, and it’s true – nothing happens until the sale is made. We have a friend who described her sales job as “conveying the value proposition of (her) product to (her) buyers.” There are many books written on the subject of...

Successful Hiring takes Preparation, Permission and Patience

WITH PROPER CARE, YOUR EMPLOYEE WILL BLOSSOM

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

No matter what business you think you are in, you wind up in the personnel management business. Your first hires will require a great deal of your time and energy with no guarantees. Your way may conflict with their previous way of doing things. For the most part,...

Discover Your Strengths and Weaknesses Before You Start Your Business

YOU CAN’T ALWAYS GET WHAT YOU WANT, BUT IF YOU TRY SOMETIME, YOU JUST MIGHT FIND, YOU GET WHAT YOU NEED – MICK JAGGER

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

The right business for you is a combination of opportunity, preparation and resources. It’s more of a discovery than a choice. You will not have the world of all possibilities to choose from, but if you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, you can identify the...

Vacations Increase Creativity and Productivity

11 STEPS TO GET THE MOST FROM YOUR VACATION

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Some people have to be forced to take vacation. Some even feel guilty or “irresponsible.” Others rack up unused vacation time for its monetary value. Still others see honor in putting their job ahead of a timely break. Whatever your reason for not taking regular...