Do you ever find yourself feeling anxious about how a pending disaster could ruin your business? In a post-9/11 society, business owners are more aware than ever that tragedy can strike at any moment. With statistics indicating that many businesses don’t survive disaster, it is imperative that owners be prepared for the worst.
Luckily, there is relief in sight. The Department of Homeland Security and various business groups have collaborated to launch Ready Business—a motivational program that keeps business owners prepared to handle disaster. The program allows small-business owners to communicate ideas about how to protect companies from any natural, medical or terrorist-invoked disaster through websites, phone calls and a mentoring program. “Business leaders owe it to their organizations, their employees and their communities to be prepared,” says Erin Streeter, active director of Ready Business, “It’s important to be informed about the different kinds of emergencies that could occur in your area.”
Read this article to learn more about keeping your employees and your business safe from any unexpected tragedy.
Posted by Megan Pacella on May 8, 2007 01:48 PM
