Microsoft Gas Giveaway : Gator Byte

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Microsoft may be one of the largest companies in the world, but that doesn’t stop them from trying to help out the little guy from time to time. A current promotion from Microsoft Small Business includes some various tips on how to save money by changing the way you do business, as well as a contest to win 5000 gallons of gas. I tried to sneak in an entry but unfortunately it’s only open to businesses in the US with between 2 and 100 employees. That’s good news for US based businesses however since there will be fewer entrants in the Bump the Slump contest.

tracker Press Release:

Microsoft Small Business Addresses the Slumping Economy

Gas prices have gone through the roof and are in danger of hitting passing birds. The rise in prices not only affects how high your blood pressure gets when at the gas pump, but it’s making the cost of living and doing business go up and up. Gas prices aren’t solely to blame for the down economy, but they definitely have a huge impact. That’s why Microsoft is giving away 5,000 gallons of gas to one lucky small business. Microsoft is also offering 5 money saving tips that any small business can use in this slumping economy. The chance to win and the tips are available at http://www.bumptheslump.com/.

Although the current downturn isn’t enjoyable, it definitely isn’t all bad news—especially not for small businesses that are uniquely positioned to prosper in these tough times. Because they are more nimble and in-touch with every aspect of their operation, small businesses can cut costs faster and make efficiency changes in a way that much larger business cannot.

With this in mind, Microsoft Small Business wants to help small businesses make the changes necessary to adjust to the current economy and not only survive but thrive. At bumptheslump.com , customers will find a link that can put them in contact with a Microsoft Small Business Specialist who can consult a small business on a number of areas where businesses can cut costs and become more efficient. And while at bumptheslump.com , small businesses should make sure to register for their chance to win 5,000 gallons of gas. Even at 20 mpg, that’s 100,000 miles. It’s the type of prize that literally goes a long way.