Although it might sound contrary to common sense business practices, it's important to consider expansion and marketing during difficult economic times so as to keep an edge on the competition even when the economy is weak. Pulling back on marketing or cancelling a collateral based heavy equipment financing loan may do more harm because a company will be behind on its ability to offer goods and services when business starts to pick up after the economic bust is over. Remaining a strong business force through smart business decisions will help any business to weather the storm of a recession.

With the significant changes to the reporting schedule required of businesses of all sizes in California, integrated payroll service companies may become more valuable than ever for allowing small businesses to save time and energy on the quarterly reporting now required of businesses to the state government. Despite the budget crises ravaging the state, the government is requiring that businesses report their employee data four times a year instead of a single yearly update which will likely increase costs for businesses and the government. Requiring businesses to spend more time on forms and submissions won't make the state more money.

The idea that employing an offshore bank account or maintaining an offshore incorporation for a company are methods of doing business only for the super wealthy is an idea that's become part of the past. While off-short accounts might have been something only those with significant funds available would pursue, the process is much more standardized and mainstream in today's economy and a variety of different individuals and business owners can benefit from using alternative banking methods. Protecting one's self or company from unwanted creditors can be a concern for companies of many different sizes.