How to Make Money During a Recession

The Chinese character for “global financial meltdown recession money death trap” also translates as “Happy hour at Chen’s Bar.” That’s not true…but Steve Pavlina’s blog post about how to make money during a recession is!
“Instead of focusing on trying to make more money, put your time and energy into CREATING and DELIVERING real value. Find a way to give people what they want and/or need.”

I am currently blending with the recession by advertising my stress management training, team building and leadership courses as follows:

Quality training is a wise investment and many organisations now have to manage with reduced budgets. To support organisations Integration Training is now offering free half-day introductions to our work. The courses available address some of the fundamental challenges facing us in the current financial climate:

Stress Management Training – How do you keep your head when all around people are losing theirs and blaming it on you? As an organisation would you like to efficiently fulfil the HSE legal requirement for reducing workplace stress? Stress related illness is the leading cause of workplace absenteeism. This course for up to 15 people will enable participants to remain calm, centred and “in the zone” through interactive exercises. It will reduce repeat rates (time wasted due to errors) as well as sick days and staff churn rate – essential for saving time and money in difficult circumstances.

Team Building – Do you need your team to step-up a level to meet current demands? There have been numerous studies which show the crucial importance of team development to performance and results. Through interactive exercises this course will enhance participant’s group coordination, helping them work as a credit-crunch-proof super-team. It will also lift the current mood – essential for front-line staff and organisations needing to keep a positive culture, even in trying times.

Embodied Management Training – Can your leaders excel under the added pressure of the current climate? Do they fully embody the organisation’s values when the heat is on? Many organisations now require more from their management team. Embodied management training is our speciality and a unique offer. We will develop a bespoke workshop that meets your organisations needs for up to a dozen managers, strengthening your key personnel. They will walk away with powerful techniques to keep focused and productive no matter what.

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I particularly liked Steve’s distinction between CREATING and DELIVERING value and the necessity to do both to make money, or have someone do the half you’re not good at. Now let’s see if it works…