We want small business success but life sometimes has a way of sinking our plans and raining on our parade. There is no way to avoid the throws of life however if you can keep a calm head and plan for the inevitable curve ball you can still have the success you want. Businesses can be like a ship sailing on the ocean of the market and its your job as the captain to guide the ship along its course. Sometimes you may need to change directions or modify the ship entirely to handle the rough waters. Your business plan and strategy must be flexible enough to handle the rapid and sometimes violent changes in the market. As the captain you can create a business plan to move with the changes around you and fortify your ship against the unknown seas ahead. Below is a great guide to help your small business handle the challenges that lay ahead. Check it out after the jump.

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