When the weather starts getting colder and the days start getting
shorter, an outdoor power equipment business is given a chance
to slow down. However, if business gets too slow, then some-
times you are forced to reduce expenses and lay off employees
or cut back their hours significantly. These types of moves can
be difficult, and you can lose good employees in the process. The
COVER STORY | Best Practices
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With business starting to slow,
turn to service for cash flow
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