The intention of the workshop:

* To provide direction, feedback and new ideas for taking advantage of today's current economic environment.
* To have clear vision of the opportunities available in the market, and how to implement them.
* To leave the workshop with a written, reviewed and workable plan for your business.

The bad news is everywhere... bankruptcies and foreclosures are up, portfolios are losing ground and businesses are closing.

That's not all the news, however. The truth is that some people are making money in the current market...that not every business is going out of business, that some businesses are becoming more efficient and more effective and are staying profitable. Who stays healthy, and why are issues which will be explored in this Conference workshop. These secrets of business health can be utilized in your business right now, and the methods are not complicated. This workshop will take you through the 5 Advantages of being in business and what to do about it. It will consist of 3 parts:

* Presentation of the 5 Advantages, and examples of local businesses who are creating opportunities in each area.
* Individual Design to develop goals and strategies in each of the 5 Areas.
* Small Advisory Council groups, where you can receive feedback on your developed goals and strategies.