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Inc. is sponsoring a conference taking place March 18-20 called GrowCo, for business leaders looking to grow their businesses despite the economic climate. "A lot of your competitors are currently laying off staff. Now is the time to invest in your work force," says Inc.

There are quite a few sessions dealing with a wide range of business aspects, hosted by about 25 different entrepreneurs and successful business leaders.  Such sessions include:

- Take Charge: Difficult Times Call for Fearless Leadership
- Leading with Hugs: Personalize Your Business for Astounding Results
- Being Strategic: Building the Castle on the Hill
- The Power of Hospitality: How to Build Enduring Relationships
- Need Funds to Grow? Find Financing That’s Right for You, Right Now
- Walking in Your Customers’ Shoes
- Time to Grab Market Share
- Should You Stay Small or Go Big in This Economy?
- Fostering Innovation in Turbulent Times
- Game Plan: How to Outsmart Your Competition
- Break Through! Conquer Challenges to Come out on Top
- Survive and Thrive: Growth Tactics from Veteran CEOs
- The Perfect Recipe for Effective Organizational Change
- Strengthen -- Don’t Slash -- Your Work Force
- Understanding Your Financials to Unlock Profit and Cash
- Grow Your Business Through Customer Love
- POP! Your Communication
- Book Yourself Solid: Invite Your Way to Higher Sales
- The Knack … When Life Knocks you Down, Get Up Again
- Leverage New Media to Compete in the New Landscape
- Finding the American Dream

Unfortunately, attending conferences like this is one area where a lot of businesses are having to cut expenses. Even still, this one might be worth considering. These things can be great learning experiences as well as networking opportunities. Just don't forget to include all the right stuff on your business card.

If you register for the event before Presidents' Day at the full conference rate of $750, you can get a half price discount on registration for a colleague.