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Blue Collar tells the story of three Baby Boomers who are doing the best they can to survive the Great Recession in metro Detroit. When they find the American Dream is about to be ripped away from them, they fight back the only way they know how. This is historical fiction, but it is all based on true stories from the survivors of Michigan's Decade From Hell.

On the crime ridden streets of Old London Town the law has been subcontracted and justice awarded to the highest bidder. But from the dark depths of despair and chaos, a hero is born. A murder in the town of Ostere isn't headline news A vagrant running from conscription is common place But this vagrant knew the deceased and was witnessed fighting with the deceased So now the police want a word As do the killers Ben Jackman, vagrant by day, hunter of road kill by night, isn't the man to take the fall Proving his innocence is obvious Finding the killer is crucial But Ben needs a gun, a big gun with lots of bullets, because the seedy streets of Ostere have a new breed of criminal and they aren't looking to take prisoners

"Navigating the Storm: How South Africans Can Weather a Recession" provides a timely and insightful guide for South Africans facing the challenges of a recession. Just as a storm can be daunting, economic downturns can bring uncertainty and hardship. The book draws parallels between these experiences, offering practical strategies to navigate the financial turbulence. The book addresses key issues faced by South Africans during a recession, such as rising inflation and interest rates. It highlights ways to mitigate the impact, including cutting back on non-essential spending, which is likened to adjusting a ship's sails to reduce wind resistance. Readers are encouraged to make cost-conscious choices, seek deals, and explore more affordable alternatives to preserve their resources. Furthermore, the book delves into the topic of managing debt during tough economic times. It advises caution in taking on more debt, drawing a parallel with hoisting more sails to propel a ship forward. While this may be necessary for some, professional advice is emphasized to ensure financial stability. Readers are also encouraged to seek assistance from qualified professionals, equating it to having an experienced captain guiding a ship through rough waters. Financial advisors play a vital role in creating budgets, managing debt, and planning for the future. Negotiating payment plans and seeking relief from creditors are also presented as viable options. The book acknowledges the importance of government assistance programs, likened to lifeboats during the storm. These programs offer food stamps, housing assistance, and other forms of support for those in financial distress. This is a forerunner for a book that is to come. Professor Obee

Last Chance Mile: The Reinvention of an American Community tells the story of how the people of Grand Rapids, Michigan have changed the way the world sees their community and how the community sees itself. It was a scramble. Everyone was scared to death Grand Rapids would be the next Detroit, and like the Motor City, would be crushed under the rubble of the Great Recession. Did it work? To answer that would be a spoiler and to give a “yes” or “no” answer would be unfair because the struggle continues. However, it is safe to say, this is not the Grand Rapids that I moved into in 1990. Or is it? Again, just as the struggle continues, so does the debate. Let’s get started. —Rod

In the ever-evolving landscape of business, navigating economic downturns is a formidable challenge. However, as a CEO, you have the power to steer your company through turbulent times and emerge even stronger. In this article, we will explore the six crucial steps that will help you become a recession-proof CEO, capable of weathering economic storms with resilience and innovation.

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This searing avant-garde indictment contrasts the harsh realities of joblessness and hopelessness facing Britain's poor in the 70s-80s, with the cottage cheese dreams occupying the oblivious elite. Off-key singing ducks serve as apt metaphors for tone-deaf leaders rearranging superficial trappings of power while communities sink into despair. Through unconventional verses and imagery, Failures of trickle-down politics in Thatcher's Britain - expressing biting truths that linger sharply like a little girl's stained blue dress.