10 tips for surviving a downturn - by Jim Pattison (Canadian billionaire)

1. Out of adversity and change comes opportunity for something new.
2. Be alert and keep your eyes open
3. Find the resources to make it happen
4. Have the best price and quality to be competitive on a world wide basis
5. Conduct yourself with integrity
6. Don't worry about things you can't control
7. If timing is on your side, you have a chance
8. Treat people the way you want to be treated
9. We all make mistakes, but the key is not to "live" with your mistakes. 
10. Know when it's time to move on.

From Metronews.ca the link:
http://www.metronews.ca/london/comment/article/972773--canada-s-billion-dollar-man-just-worked-hard