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What it Takes to be a “Good” Boss

What it Takes to be a “Good” Boss

SHAKING THE TREE FROM THE TOP

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog, C-Suite, Company Culture, Entrepreneurship

October 16th was Boss’s Day. Traditionally it was established to show appreciation to your boss for being kind and fair throughout the year. Of course there are differing opinions about the appropriateness of the celebration based on people’s experiences with their...
John F. Kennedy was Assassinated 50 Years Ago

John F. Kennedy was Assassinated 50 Years Ago

"ASK WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR YOUR COUNTRY” - JFK

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog, Political

This week we remember the assassination of John F. Kennedy, one of our most popular presidents and one of our youngest presidents. He was elected by a razor thin margin of the popular vote, but quickly united a divided nation. Kennedy’s dashing image, eloquent...
Does Your Company Culture Give Rise to Great Ideas?

Does Your Company Culture Give Rise to Great Ideas?

The 4 Pillars of a Positive Company Culture

by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog

Some people think “culture” is what you get in your yogurt. So called “company culture” starts from the top and permeates throughout your organization. The attitudes, principles, philosophies and values of owners like you and your managers shape the decisions,...
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