Resources to run a better business.

No matter how technologically advanced we get, a big segment of our economy will always rely on people going out into the world and physically doing things. And right now most of them can’t even leave their homes. It’s the question on everyone’s mind. When will we be able to resume business as usual?

As you’re probably well aware, the government stimulus package (CARES Act) was signed into law on Friday 3/27. This $2+ trillion legislation contains a substantial amount of funding for small businesses—but you have to act quickly and know how to leverage the assistance being offered. Too many businesses are overwhelmed by the amount of information they’re seeing about this funding.

Last week was tough. It’s hard to see people you love, who run great companies, face down seemingly insurmountable challenges. It’s a brutal time for many of our clients. But this current situation is also full of potential. I’ve run dozens of IDS sessions in the last few weeks. What I’ve consistently seen is that the intense constraints of this moment are forcing companies to shift their status quo way of thinking.

Today, I want you to hear from Jared Auerbach. Jared is the owner of Red’s Best, a seafood distribution company in Boston–and a friend. His leadership of Red’s Best during the coronavirus outbreak has been nothing short of remarkable. Why does this matter? Because you need to know that your business is not alone in its hardships. Because necessity is the mother of invention. Because Jared sums up all the challenges and potential of this moment better than I ever could.

When we face new and uncertain situations, we typically react in one of three ways: fight, flight, or freeze. Cliff McDonald at BrainHeart Growth shares some thoughts on communication during the coronavirus outbreak.

The novel coronavirus is now widespread across the US, and it’s clear that the outcome of this pandemic is far from certain. With major closures and social distancing measures currently in place, each of our lives has been affected. Many small businesses are feeling the effects both personally and professionally.

When we started the Crews Consulting Group, we were offered an incredible gift: a chance to use EOS to build a company from the ground up. Our organization has run on EOS from the very beginning—and every win and challenge adds to the knowledge and experience we’re able to share with you. So today, things are going to get a little personal. We’re sharing some highlights from that most sacred of EOS documents—the company’s Vision/Traction Organizer™ or V/TO.

Hello world! Welcome to the Crews Consulting Group. If you're meeting us for the very first time, welcome. Formerly the Crews Coaching Group, this posts marks our relaunch and reintroduction to a much wider audience.