Taking into account the credit crunch. Is there any way to take advantage of it or is now just a bad time to start up?bq - how is it effecting your business?.--Answer1:My business ~ has increased ~ as am consultant in various areas of Business.People can prosper quite well in times of depression. If you stick to the basics. People eliminate any extras in their lives in times like these ~ however, we still all need the basics; food, shelter, clothing, help with taxes or accounting, plumbing, electrical, etc.Depending upon what your skill set is and how adventuresome you are will depend upon your success. Remember, no matter the business its about relationships with people; not the product or service which will serve you and the business in the long run..--Answer2:keep the customer in mind and it is always a good time to starta biz. most of those who are failing only focused on their companiesnot the customer..--Answer3:I believe it depends on the business you are thinking of starting. I have 2 businesses, one has all but ground to a halt in the current climate but the other is exploding. So as I say it just depends what the business is.Good luck with your dream!