COVID-19 Coping Tips for Small Business Owners

The COVID-19 pandemic has created uncertainty for small business owners,

both in their professional and personal lives. Depending on local guidance, you

may be heading back to work or continuing to run operations remotely. As you

are navigating these changes, it’s important to establish a balanced and

healthy lifestyle outside of work. Over the next few weeks we will provide a number of tips for coping.

1. Take Care of Your Body

When you feel your best physically, you’re more energetic and productive.

Exercise, for example, makes people more alert and attentive, enabling better

focus on your business. Even a little goes a long way! You may not have access

to your usual gym, local rec center, or community pool, but you can still stay

active by taking walks outside – or by following along with online exercise

videos.