The debate on our 2012 national budget has left many of us with more questions than answers. We are being advised to prepare for austerity measures, yet the only way for Jamaica to overcome the deprivation that faces us is to focus on growth.

If our economic strategies do not promote and support productive activities, then the country’s financial future will be compromised.

Despite the general feeling of uncertainty that currently exists, let’s make a special effort to think positively about the prospects and possibilities for better. For me, while I may not be able to control or change our leaders’ economic decisions, I will continue to play my part by encouraging each and every person in Jamaica to focus on earning more.

It is getting more challenging for the traditional manufacturer to produce competitively, thanks to increases in the cost of living. Electricity, wages, transportation, and security are just some of the rising overhead expenses that make it harder for businesses to remain profitable.

However, in difficult situations, those who use innovation can definitely find new opportunities to exploit. Continue reading More Money: Nature’s Wealth →