GIVE THEM A REASON!
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
We feel compelled to weigh in on the sensationalized debate over whether or not your business needs a social mission. Entrepreneurial pundits like Kevin O’Leary are saying no, “Profit is the Mission.” Basically the argument says so much is required to keep your... “I WILL GLADLY PAY YOU TUESDAY FOR A HAMBURGER TODAY” -WIMPY
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
When you start a business, it seems like the hype-type descend on you like the plague. You file for a license, a domain, or even a DBA, and bam! They are at your door! We went to a conference recently and one speaker actually advised the audience, “Ya wanna get rich?... MAN DOES NOT LIVE BY APPLICATIONS ALONE
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
It’s easy to get the idea that all entrepreneurial pursuits must be in technology. Yet, over half of the start-ups we see in the hubs, incubators and universities around the country involve some kind of consumer product. These products may incorporate technology or... YOUR CALL MAY BE RECORDED
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog, Company Culture, Customer Service
You’ve done everything right as a producer. You’ve given your customer compelling advertising, stellar reputation, and third-party endorsements to put them in a positive state of mind even before they purchase your product or service. They anticipate a rewarding... AIM, DON’T BLAME
by Michael Houlihan & Bonnie Harvey | Business Blog
Behind many seemingly outside problems are inside solutions. But with your ire focused on the other guy, you can easily overlook what you can do to mitigate the situation. “It not our fault,” becomes the order of the day with its cousin, “There’s nothing we could have...