Are You Ready?
Recently a friend and client was diagnosed with brain cancer. It started with a headache, a trip to a "doc-in-a-box," a prescription for migraines, back to the "doc," sent to the ER, a CAT scan and immediate transfer to the hospital. The CAT scan found a 2-inch mass behind his right eye - malignant.
This all happened in one week. A young man, 41 years old, with a wife, 2 children and a successful business. Life, for him, and everyone around him, just changed!
No one likes to think about a catastrophe striking. However, whether a catastrophe originates in your work or personal life, planning ahead can mitigate its effects.
While I don't suggest worrying about events beyond your control, getting into a position to handle life's unexpected events - such as an illness, accidents and natural disasters - doesn't need to be complicated. Taking the time to answer a few questions can make the difference between failure and success for your business and financial security for your family.
Don't put it off any longer. Two things that you need to have in place to survive an unexpected catastrophe are: instructions and money.
Ask yourself four questions to get a sense of own preparedness.