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Economic Downturn

Times Are Good, so Start Working Now to Make Your Small Business Recession-Proof
business cycles

Times Are Good, so Start Working Now to Make Your Small Business Recession-Proof

The financial crisis of 2007-2009 can tell the prescient business owner how to prepare for any downturn that may be on the horizon.
Eyal Lifshitz | 6 min read
Bringing About a New Economic Reality Demands Vigilance and Hard Work

Bringing About a New Economic Reality Demands Vigilance and Hard Work

Many factors led to our current economic state.
Michael Mamas | 3 min read
The Last 8 Years Were Pretty Good for Many Entrepreneurs

The Last 8 Years Were Pretty Good for Many Entrepreneurs

Oh, it was no walk in the park, but the structural transformation begun in 2008 has offered opportunity, too.
Phil La Duke | 6 min read
Here's a Strategy for This Year: Be Afraid

Here's a Strategy for This Year: Be Afraid

If you have no fear, you haven't been in business long enough to know better.
Gene Marks | 5 min read
6 Life-Saving Tips How to Stay Afloat in an Economic Storm

6 Life-Saving Tips How to Stay Afloat in an Economic Storm

Turbulent times call for a judicious application of cost cutting and clear-eyed risk taking, of strong leadership and shared sacrifice. All hands on deck.
Toby Nwazor | 5 min read

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