Ready for Resilience: Thriving Through Crisis with Mark Hoffman

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Ready for Resilience: Thriving Through Crisis with Mark Hoffman

This week, we welcome the incredibly insightful (and delightfully relatable!) Mark Hoffman, a senior crisis management and business resilience consultant. Mark takes us on a rollercoaster of a conversation, blending his love of disaster movies with real-life crisis survival tips—from bouncing back after financial hardship to thriving in his current role helping organizations stay strong in the face of chaos.

Spoiler alert: This episode is packed with practical advice, powerful personal stories, and a splash of humor that’ll leave you feeling more prepared to handle life’s curveballs.

Key Takeaways to Boost Your Bounce-Back Game:

1️⃣ Plan It, Practice It, Perfect It: Mark breaks down a no-nonsense, three-step formula to bulletproof your organization against disruptions. Think of it as your resilience recipe: know what’s critical, map out the dependencies, and tackle those gaps like a pro. (It works in your personal life too!)
2️⃣ Call in the Experts: No need to go solo during a crisis! Mark shows how leveraging subject matter experts (think legal, communications, and beyond) can create a dream team for smooth sailing through stormy waters.
3️⃣ Embrace the Awkward and Uncomfortable: Whether it’s owning up to personal challenges or navigating high-stakes situations, Mark highlights the magic of leaning into discomfort. Pro tip: Don’t forget to rest and recharge—your resilience depends on it!

Mark’s raw and real approach, paired with his actionable insights, makes this episode an absolute must-listen for anyone looking to handle adversity with grace and grit. Don’t forget to bring your popcorn—it’s like a disaster movie, but WAY more useful!

Connect with Mark on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hoffman-cbcp-mbci-4b26554/
Listen to The Resilience Journey podcast: https://resilientjourney.podbean.com/