When the COVID pandemic hit, business owners had to suddenly shift from focusing on big picture strategies to short term tactics.
And the most important tactic is quite simple: to survive.

So how do you ensure that your business survives?
In short, you change your focus.
The ability to adapt and carve out space for your business to continue throughout this time is proving absolutely key to surviving let alone having any hope of thriving.
To ensure your business survives a hard period, keep it simple. Watch your cash closely, stay close to your best customers, and make fast, clear decisions on the few things that matter. Then use the time to get your business ready for what comes next. For more on cash, have a read of cash flow forecasting for business owners. For the wider picture, see this overview of the COVID-19 pandemic.