Despite the Recession, What Is Your Business Thankful For?

By: Donna Ray Berkelhammer. This was posted Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

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There is dire economic news out there &endash; 11 percent unemployment in North Carolina, drastic losses of state construction jobs, business credit is harder to come by.

Yet, I am seeing an increase in people starting new businesses or buying existing businesses.

I was speaking with some small business owners last week who were surprised at just how few of their colleagues were filing for bankruptcy. This recession has made companies more efficient and more aware of every cent. People are hanging on, and continuing to fuel our economy and provide jobs.

I am thankful for these entrepreneurs who are willing to take risks and to gut it out. What are you thankful for?

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  • Donna -
    I share your gratitude for the courage of small business men and women in the face of a daunting economy. The marketing professionals I hang with are all astonished that the direst predictions have not been realized. I think some are ready to believe the worst is over. But it looks like we’re in for a really slow comeback.

    Posted by: Russell Lawson | November 25th, 2009 at 1:15 pm
     

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