What to do during a downturn

摘要

Enduring a lean period could be the best thing for your business if you learn something in the process. Applying the lessons you learn during lean times can mean the difference between merely surviving and really beating your competition when business picks up again. You can do several things during a downturn to improve your business:Create a realistic vision of your company.Compensate for your (probably) diminished work force.Make simple changes that will save money immediately.Be creative and include your employees in problem-solving.Try to complete big changes be-fore sales pick up again.