5 Ways Your Business Can Get Ahead of an Economic Slowdown Here are five things business owners can do now to help set themselves up for success during and after a recession or economic slowdown.

In Q2 of 2022, the U.S. economy contracted for a second straight quarter – a move that typically shows the U.S. is headed for a recession. Historically, small businesses are more likely to be hit harder during a recession. The budget constraints and reduced spending power that come with a recession hit small businesses harder, given the tightly controlled budgets they typically operate on.

While economists have varying views as to if, or when, the economy will hit an official recession, there are small steps business owners can take now to be ready, just in case.

A tale as old as time, increasing cash flow and reducing outflow are always critical steps for small businesses, especially in a recession. Here are five things business owners can do now to help set themselves up for success during and after a recession or other type of economic slowdown.