Join Matt and Business Advisor, Mike Genova as they discuss how disaster planning and recovery are vital for businesses to survive unexpected events and minimize costs! In this conversation, Matt and Mike discuss how the pandemic underscored the need for preparedness. They also talk about how business owners must lead in creating a disaster plan, involving employees, and ensuring clear communication and alternative contacts. These key steps include identifying critical services, maintaining emergency contact lists, tracking inventory, receipts, and insurance details. *=============================* *Have an Idea???* *=============================* Do you have a topic that you’d like to see us cover? Contact us here! sbdcpodcast@farmingdale.edu *To learn about additional upcoming SBDC workshops click here:* https://www.farmingdale.edu/small-business-development-center/workshops.shtml *=============================* *🔗*Connect with the Business Breakthrough Podcast!* *=============================* *Business Breakthrough LinkedIn*➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/business-breakthrough-l-new-york-a40a6229a/ *SBDC LinkedIn:* ➡https://www.linkedin.com/company/farmingdale-small-business-development-center/ *Spotify:* ➡ https://open.spotify.com/show/6DW01ZFk7RDUz2O2VqSwCa?si=af1b5c582cc64d98 Connect with our Host: Matthew Lostaglia: *LinkedIn:* ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-lostaglia/ *=============================* *The Business Breakthrough | NY* Podcast is produced by the NY Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Farmingdale State College. _Your go-to podcast for small business_ *=============================* *Chapters* 00:00 Introduction and the Importance of Disaster Planning 01:03 Involving Employees in Creating a Disaster Plan 01:58 Communication and Alternative Contacts 03:24 Identifying Critical Services and Functions 04:21 Keeping Track of Inventory, Receipts, and Insurance Information 05:49 The Significance of Cash on Hand and Alternate Locations *============================= * Disclaimer *=============================* Books, materials, and other products discussed in this episode are not sponsors of this show and are not explicitly endorsed by any Small Business Development Center. They are the recommendations & experiences of the individuals on the episode. Please note that some of the links on this site are affiliate links, and at no additional cost to you, we will earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through the link. *Podcast Equipment* *Our Camera (kits)*➡ Sony a6400 4K Mirrorless + 55-210mm Lens ➡ https://amzn.to/48Czow4 *Our Mics*➡ Shure MV7 USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone ➡ https://amzn.to/3UbqHV9 *Lavalier Mics* ➡ Rode Lavalier GO Mic ➡ https://amzn.to/47GdcQA *Wireless Mic receivers* ➡ Rode Wireless ME ➡ https://amzn.to/3S2qhxP *Sound Mixer:* ➡ RØDE RØDECaster Pro II ➡ https://amzn.to/4b50my3 *Camera Switcher* ➡ ATEM Mini Pro ISO ➡ https://amzn.to/3HsPtbG *More Wireless Mic receivers* ➡ Rode Wireless GO ➡ https://amzn.to/3Hn1sI1 *Floor Lamps* ➡ Govee RGBIC Smart Floor Lamp ➡ https://amzn.to/47HdKpg *Studio Lights* ➡ LED Light Kit NiceVeedi ➡ https://amzn.to/42mqReF *Soundproof Wall Panels* ➡ Acoustic Panels (Hexagon) ➡https://amzn.to/48Yrflj *Headphones* ➡ Rode NTH-100M Over-Ear headset ➡ https://amzn.to/3SqGX3u *Storage/Memory* ➡ SAMSUNG T7 Touch *2TB* ➡ https://amzn.to/3SqpBna