Category Archives: Dealing with hard times

Hunkering down

Posted on February 12, 2009 by David St Lawrence

This homely expression aptly describes the state of mind of many of us in this region as we contemplate the spectre of a recession, rising local unemployment and disturbing moves by a new administration in Washington. We are no longer … Continue reading →

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We all need beauty in our lives…

Posted on December 16, 2008 by David St Lawrence

Thanks to Andrea Marshall, Floyd County artist, jeweler, and musician, we have the gift of these fantastic Christmas ornaments made from dried okra and a little bit of fairy dust. It is truly amazing how artists create beauty from humble … Continue reading →

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What matters most to your customers?

Posted on December 14, 2008 by David St Lawrence

Answering that question correctly can spell the difference between surviving this recession or disappearing into history. Tom Asacker cuts right to the chase with a recent article, "Cut the fat, not the meat". Smart organizations that focus relentlessly on what … Continue reading →

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How can we create fantastic deals and still stay in business?

Posted on December 11, 2008 by David St Lawrence

Seth Godin always has some useful advice. Recently he wrote about what people tell themselves when they go to buy something. If you want to avoid being stuck with inventory or downtime during a recession, you might profit from realizing … Continue reading →

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