Tag Archives: recession

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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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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Buying locally makes good sense – especially in a recession

Posted on November 27, 2008 by David St Lawrence

We live in a tightly-connected rural community, Floyd County, Virginia, where almost every one we meet is connected in some roundabout way to someone we know. The practice of buying locally affects us both as consumers and as local business … Continue reading →

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Fireside update

Posted on November 19, 2008 by David St Lawrence

It’s 19 degrees outside and I am taking a break to enjoy the warmth of our wood stove. Working from home allows me to spend more time on the things that matter to me, but it doesn’t always translate into … Continue reading →

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