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Economic confidence among small business owners rose slightly in June as cash flow concerns abated and the mood on the economy held steady. The monthly index rose to 80.9, up from 78.1 in May. (June, 2009 - Discover Small Business Watch)
Brighter news on manufacturing is offering more hope that the longest recession since World War II is near an end. But with construction and many other segments of the economy still weak and unemployment rising, any rebound likely will be slow. (July 1, 2009 - AP)
The Midwestern economy has bottomed out, but that hasn't led to the creation of new jobs, according to a survey of supply managers for a nine-state area that includes Minnesota.
(July 2, 2009 - Minneapolis / St. Paul Business Journal)
I am told that in dog-sled racing circles, a lead dog is a very valuable commodity. A good lead dog spells success or failure. It is the same in your business, particularly if it is a startup.
