Episode 115 - Responsible Entrepreneurs Lead in Disasters

The mythology of Entrepreneurship frequently promotes the idea of a free spirit riding solo onto the open range of small business success. The reality is that successful entrepreneurs are solid team players and can be counted on to be calm, cool and collected while doing the many tasks required by fast moving, nimble companies.

This is even more true when disaster strikes. Successful entrepreneurs develop a strong sense of preparation, backup plans and flexibility. In cases, like recent hurricanes in Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico, when there is time to get your house in order, most small business owners switch gears and are the steady rocks upon which most communities stand.

The media encourages people to panic and live in mortal fear. Rather than freaking out and screaming like 'Chicken Little' proclaiming the sky is falling, strong entrepreneurs serve their communities and lead people to safety, both during the disaster and after.