It seems that everyone is talking about an economic recession, which simply put, just means that money is tight. On the surface, that sounds bad, but there are some of good things about a recession. Because money is tight, prices are reduced, especially in the travel industry.
1. Take a Vacation: I went on my first vacation in 6 years during a recession in the 1980s. This was because I was unemployed and had the time. I found an off-season buy one-get one free vacation, and teamed up with a friend and slit the cost! It was one of the best vacations of my life. We went to a 5-star resort in Cancun and it was amazing. But not everyone can take a vacation during a recession. Let your fingers do the shopping at the online travel services where travel bargains flourish!
2. Online Stores: Remember when the factory outlet malls emerged, high-end brands were for sale at a fraction of the cost? Necessity is the mother of invention. The Blastoff Network and Ebates, has taken online shopping to a whole new level. Instead of burning gas, shop online for all your major brands and for almost everything except for groceries. Sears, Starbucks, Target, Go Daddy, where do you shop? Now there’s a way to shop online and get cash back for doing so. Your cash back is paid monthly or quarter; and since savings are repetitive they add of up over time.
3. Online Business: You may now create websites for free online, as well as free hosting through platforms like Word press, or Google websites. The only thing you might want to buy is a domain name for about $10. Some simple website building programs have emerged and it takes a few days or weeks to learn it. If you have a computer at home, you may generate extra income by marketing information or a product about which you are passionate and knowledgeable. And do some research to become an affiliate for online businesses that pay you for referrals/sales from your online social network, and business associates.
The recession can be an opportunity for economic transition, and to learn new ways of doing things. Use a recession to take time off for vacation, education, and reflection when there are fewer demands on your time. Shopping online can save enough money over a years’ time to pay for that discounted vacation, and creating an online business can create a buffer of extra income, for the next time you have unexpected economic challenges.
Deborah Nelson is a writer/entrepreneur, and founder of several small businesses; including Author Your Dreams (www.AuthorYourDreams.com) which is training is how to realize your dreams on purpose. She has recently partnered with the Blastoff Network, www.Blastoffonlinestores.com to give people the opportunity to conveniently shop online for major brands to save and make a little extra money.
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