Feeling some of the unease in global business circles at the moment, I know it can seem to be the worst possible time to start a business.

But as we've been saying all year, if you plan well and implement properly then the opportunities at present are excellent.

And this opportunity applies just as much to product extensions and developing new channels to market.

Are you sitting on a great idea? If so, what are you waiting for?

Thinking of Starting a Business?
Go for it. Business is an exciting ride, which won't happen if you sit down or wait around.

Startups in a Downturn
History certainly supports the 'Opportunity' theory of a recession. Downturns, when "everything is cheaper", have sparked plenty of successful companies - you might have heard of HP, IBM, and Cisco.

3 Weeks to a Startup
So you've got that idea, and looking to make a New (Financial) Year resolution? Here's a step-by-step guide to starting your business with plans for success.

What Motivates us to Start our own Business?
Research from a global survey Shirlaws conducted, which asked business owners in Europe, the US, and Australia why they started up. Interestingly, the top Australian reason differed from those elsewhere - click through to find out what that was.

Intranet Joke of the Week

A little girl turns to her friend and declares "I'm never having babies.
"I hear they take nine months to download!"

Until next week,

Jacob Aldridge and the Shirlaws Team

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