Use down time constructively

• Develop a new corporate identity design system for your company. It could be ready for launch when the business cycle turns around.
• Consider new markets to approach that prosper during a recession.
• Brush up on your skills. Take a class or two.
• Develop a corporate blog and/or E-Newsletter campaign that offers your customers free information or advice.
• Network with new groups related or different from your existing clients base. You can differ yourself from others and offer fresh solutions.
• Take advantage of downtime to spend time with family.
• Develop flex-time program with employees.