The Productivity Minute #7: The Importance of Boosting Employee Productivity in Down Times

Tough economic times are packing a one-two punch in the workplace.

First, everyone is forced to do more with less (POW!).

Second, you have to do it all while dealing with the nagging anxieties that come with an uncertain economy—threats of downsizing, bankruptcies, cost containment, you name it (POW, again!).

So how do we cope—as leaders and as productive employees?

by Laura Stack

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Comments

[Rob]

Excellent points. I think we have to ask ourselves, is there really an upside to a down turn? Yes, there is. Being in marketing everyone always cuts the advertising budget first. That is such the wrong thing to do! Market yourself heavy when times are bad and build your brand. Why? Because when things turn around you will be right at the top of peoples mind. Use this time to build your business, everyone is losing ground whether they know it or not. Take this opportunity to overcome all your competition!