Planning for the Unthinkable
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Planning for the Unthinkable
Summary
Emergency planning and disaster recovery have been prominent topics in recent U.S. news. Often, it takes a crisis to remind us of the importance of having an emergency plan. Do you have a strategy for yourself, your family, and your business?
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As a child, I used to hold my breath while passing through the tunnel connecting East Boston to Boston, preparing for an imaginary scenario where the tunnel ran out of air. Similarly, a friend of mine learned to write with his left hand in case he lost the use of his right. These early forms of emergency planning, although whimsical, underscore how crucial it is to prepare for unexpected events. Yet, as adults, many of us tend to avoid thinking about such scenarios.
While working as an account executive at AT&T, one of my key responsibilities was ensuring clients had disaster recovery plans for their communication networks. Despite the necessity, many clients were reluctant to prioritize it, deeming the likelihood too remote or deferring to other pressing projects.
Similarly, estate planning attorneys often struggle to convince individuals of the need for a will. Only when faced with illness or death do many realize its importance. High-profile cases, like Terry Schiavo's, have raised awareness about health care proxies, while events like Hurricane Katrina have pushed people to consider broader contingency planning.
Governments, too, face challenges with disaster preparedness. Even where plans exist, it's unlikely they accounted for mass evacuations or scenarios beyond relocation to public buildings. The devastation of Hurricane Katrina highlighted the need for comprehensive and coordinated planning at federal, state, and local levels.
Reflecting on these events, I've realized the importance of not only knowing about these governmental plans but also ensuring my own preparedness for myself, my family, and my business. Despite the discomfort in planning for disasters, it's an imperative step toward readiness.
A few months back, a discussion in my mastermind group about backing up computer files led one member to store his backup disc at a different location. This foresight in planning for potential disasters impressed me and prompted me to reconsider my own preparation strategies.
Take Action
1. Business Preparedness: The Small Business Administration offers excellent resources for disaster planning: [SBA Disaster Planning](http://www.sba.gov/disaster_recov/prepared/getready.html).
2. Personal Preparedness: The Red Cross provides valuable information for individual emergency plans: [Red Cross Disaster Preparedness](http://www.ready.gov/npm/individuals.htm).
3. Create and Review Your Plan: Make a list of key individuals who should be informed about your plan. Schedule regular reviews to ensure its effectiveness.
Start developing your disaster plan today and ensure you're ready for the unexpected.
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