Most start-up entrepreneurs and micro-businesses are prepared for  the economic crisis because they already have a habit of working within a small budget and having little cash flow.

Shoestring Mag gives loads of frugalista tips to lead to help you save.

Bartering is a good way for small business for conserve cash and rack up savings.

MixedInk is a free web application that facilitates co-writing.  This is great for business plans and proposals.