I once heard that, what you hear other say (negatively) about you, weakens you. But what you know of yourself to be true, empowers you. Mass hysteria that surrounds of the current market conditions only makes people scared to spend. Regardless of what spot you may be as we transition to 2009, you should set goals, always expect your business to be better, and in some cases, evolve. This is the key to survival. Starting on the right foot will make 2009 your year. Here are 8 ways to claim it;  ...