What Would a Three-Day Closure Really Cost Your Business?
What Would a Three-Day Closure Really Cost Your Business? A three-day closure is not a blockbuster disaster. It is the kind of real-world disruption that hits quietly—repairs, localized power issues, a water problem, a road closure, a small fire nearby, or a landlord issue that takes longer than expected. For many local businesses, three days is the tipping point. It is long enough to trigger missed revenue, payroll stress, appointment backlogs, and customer drift. This week, I want to focus on the
Do You Have A Plan OR Just Good Intentions?
Do You Have A Plan OR Just Good Intentions? Over the past few briefs, we’ve looked at everyday disruptions that quietly drain time, money, and trust. This week, I want to zoom out to something even more foundational: leadership and decision clarity when something goes sideways. Most businesses do not struggle because owners do not care; they struggle because resilience is often informal, assumed, or “we’ll figure it out when it happens.” If you are running lean and juggling everything at once, that
When One Person or One Location Is Your Weak Spot: A 10-Minute Reality Check
Over the past two briefs, we’ve looked at outages, missed deliveries, and payment-related disruptions. There is one more pattern I see over and over again when I talk with owners: how much of the business rests on one person, one process, or one fragile routine. Nothing is “wrong” until that person is out or that routine breaks, and then everything stops. In Greater East Montgomery County, many businesses run lean. That’s part of what makes them agile, but it also creates hidden weak spots. This edition
News Release: 11/26/2025
Finish the Year Strong: Family, Fun, and Smart Real Estate Moves The holidays are here! Between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year celebrations, life can get busy—but it’s also the perfect time to pause, enjoy family, and plan for a fantastic year ahead. What’s Happening in the Market East Montgomery County’s real estate market is lively! Homes and commercial properties are moving, and year-end is a great time to explore opportunities. Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or investing, a