Thousands of people have been forced to change their goals and plans in this turbulent economy.

Many are seeking to retool their skills in colleges and trade schools. Some others are tightening their belts and forging on with one income instead of two for their families. No, there won’t likely be Ferrari parts on their shopping lists any time soon…but hopefully this is a temporary downturn.

Others have started new business ventures and are benefiting from the sudden increase in real estate and building contractors.

Taking advantage of the poor economy to finally tackle life-long dreams is one good thing that can be said about our economic woes.