Tag Archives: hard times

Creating a support network to survive hard times

Posted on October 8, 2009 by David St Lawrence

Going through hard times alone is a grim and desperate business. I found myself in that situation many times until I learned that being part of a supportive group is not a luxury, but a vital necessity, . The worst … 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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Innovation is vital during hard times

Posted on December 9, 2008 by David St Lawrence

Continuing to do the same old things and expecting new results is not a winning proposition, whether we are discussing a small business, a large corporation, or the nation as a whole. This even applies to those who work for … Continue reading →

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Can there be an upside to an economic downturn?

Posted on November 24, 2008 by David St Lawrence

The short answer is, it depends on what you want to accomplish. If you want to re-establish the lifestyle you enjoyed a few months ago, you are probably in for a lot of disappointment. If you are willing to accept … Continue reading →

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