2020 is marked by much change and disruption to not only our professional lives, but also our personal ones — across all industries and professions throughout the globe. The COVID-19 virus, suddenly and deeply, has changed everything.
In an environment where change is constant – and, at times, quite unpredictable and profound – how do we move forward productively?
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the global economy in profound ways. With efforts to contain the virus still ongoing, uncertainty is an ever-present obstacle in business decisions. Financial services firms need to understand the current health of their own firm, as well as their investments, as they react to the constant stream of new information on shutdowns, re-openings, unemployment figures, recession data, and government programs.
Many financial firms are focused on solving immediate challenges. It may be hard to imagine investing in new technologies at a time like this. But consider this – a Harvard Business Review study of the 2008 recession found that:
Opportunity exists even in times of crisis, so let’s explore the five actions you can take to ensure a faster recovery.
