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Mastering management: managing in a downturn

Sure ways to tackle uncertainty in tough times

By Neal A. Hartman

Published: February 5 2009 18:30 | Last updated: February 5 2009 18:30

As the global economy slows, managers face a more uncertain business environment than they have probably ever known. Successful executives will shape the future by developing a strategic plan. Uncertainty can be seen as a threat, or it can be viewed as creating possibilities.

We do not know how governments will respond or how global financial systems will behave, but managers need to examine their company and industry and consider the overall economic trends.

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