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There\u2019s growing anxiety that the U.S. economy is heading into a recession. While a recession impacts organizations of all sizes, small businesses often have limited resources and face a unique set of challenges. As a result, small businesses often must make difficult financial decisions to avoid issues such as insolvency or bankruptcy when a recession hits. That\u2019s why it\u2019s critical for small businesses to now consider how best to prepare for a potential recession.<\/p>\n

Tips to help prepare for and minimize the impact of a recession<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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  1. Re-evaluate compensation strategies<\/li>\n
  2. Prioritize employee retention<\/li>\n
  3. Assess organizational talent<\/li>\n
  4. Establish communication channels<\/li>\n
  5. Automate internal processes<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    <\/p>\n

    A recession can have serious impacts on small businesses. Fortunately, by properly preparing for a recession and developing preventive strategies, small businesses can be better positioned to minimize the financial hardships of an economic downturn. Read the full article, including more details on each of the 5 tips, here: 5 Small Business Tips for Preparing for a Recession<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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    Contact us<\/a> for more resources and guidance on this topic.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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