When an economy enters a recession or even depression, you will see the best of the best rise to the top. Along the way, you also witness people becoming more efficient in their spending and money making ability. Costs rapidly come down to market equilibrium prices as sellers are eager to meet buyers. Buyers will, in turn, bargain for better prices.

The king of the job market becomes practicality. The rare job openings will go to those that can provide the most margin of immediate benefit to the employer. For example, a candidate from the alma mater of the employer will not be nearly as likely to an equally qualified candidate that can speak a viable second language from a different school.

This is only a small sample of how the economy tightens and society becomes more efficient. Less spending will go to luxury services and goods. The money will go to the means to live. Thus, this is why the best, most efficient will emerge as the money makers of a recession. Work hard, efficiently, and smart and you can rise to the top of your niche in the market and derive income. Beyond your primary job, you can also add supplemental sources of income to increase your liquid resources during an economic money squeeze. Blogging, side jobs such as repairs, and a formal part time job on the side can be methods of making money. Never underestimate your abilities and always seek to stretch your resources.