Working From Home Plan Ahead For When Disaster or Tragedy Occurs

If possible, train someone that you trust to do the things that you do each day (at least the key things), so that when the unexpected arises you wont be caught off-guard.

WAHM, work at home mom, home based business, entrepreneur,

Disasters or family tragedies can strike families in many forms Mother Nature, sickness and even computer problems can cause major difficulties for your business. Do you have a plan of action on how you will handle your home-based business if disaster were to strike? If not, you absolutely need to. Having a plan ensures that you can not only keep your business running, but decrease stress because you have already prepared for the unexpected.

Below are four tips to help you handle the unexpected.

1.     Work around the events Your customers will understand as long as you communicate with them. Be honest that things may take a little longer than usual, but keep your customers updated as often as possible. Communication is the key. Most people will understand the delay as long as they are aware of it. If you get to the point where you cannot work or cannot finish a project, but sure to be clear and honest about the situation and try to make an arrangement that will be acceptab