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Look who's facing their problems and finding solutions…

January 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Uncategorized

As the LA Times notes, it’s no surprise that small business people are doing what they need to stay alive.

Small businesses finding solution amid recession

Barco Uniforms

Al Seib / Los Angeles Times
Magdalena Corona packs boxes that will be shipped from Barco Uniforms Inc., which focuses on the health-care sector, fast-food restaurants and other corporate customers.
Firms are boosting customer service and rethinking their business models and products to survive and even grow.
By Cyndia Zwahlen
January 26, 2009
While lawmakers in Washington grapple with an economic rescue plan, small-business owners aren’t waiting to take steps to survive the deepening recession.

Layoffs, sweeping reviews of business models, increased client hand-holding and sped-up product launches are underway at local firms, with some predicting growth despite the tough economy.

  • Small businesses learn to adapt

“My focus isn’t on a handout, my focus is to have the leadership skill and visionary skill to bring a lot more relevance to my business through becoming far more remarkable,” said Michael Donner, third-generation owner of Barco Uniforms Inc., which employs 175 people in Gardena.

The Chamber continues to look for ways to expand services and bring additional value to members. We’re doing everything we’ve always done, and looking for ways to add events, informational workshops and activities that are of value to members. We’re communicating more, and in new ways. We’re trying to be as helpful as we can. AND, we’re always looking for ways to do our job better.

What are you doing?

Paul

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