Recession what recession

This is a switch a cab company and drivers that seem to be doing well despite the current recession, story is from KCBY.com, in North Bend, OR.

By Kristina Nelson, COOS BAY, Ore. - It seems no business is recession proof these days.

But for Yellow Cab Taxi in Coos Bay, Owner Dick Leshley has gone back to basics to ensure riders choose his cabs when heading across town.

It was business as usual at Yellow Cab on Friday morning.

News of the state's latest economic woes didn't seem to affect Leshley.

"we've collectively decided not to take part in the recession and do something different."

Since the beginning of the year, Leshley says he's seen a 10 percent increase in ridership.

"We're very pleased with our customer response and we just hope we can continue to give quality service and earn what they've given us," says Leshley.

It seems as though Yellow Cab has created a safety net for itself during this recession, implementing some new incentives like a dollar off a ride, hoping to entice riders to hop in a cab toward their destination.

"We've offered some specials and we've done some extra training with our drivers. We've just decided to do business as usual."

Business has been so good in fact, that Yellow Cab is currently hiring at least four more drivers to expand their fleet.

"We're looking for quality people that are looking to give quality service. You must have a clean driving record and be drug free. If you have those things, we can offer you a pretty good living."

As far as the future of the economy is concerned, Leshley says he's not too worried about what's to come.

"I started this business in 1986, it's not going to be as bad as that. We've prospered when unemployment has been at 15 percent in Coos County. I'm not worried."

If you're interested in applying for a job with Yellow Cab, call Dick Leshley at 267-3111 .