Business Lessons from Living in a Hotel
Sometimes life throws you curveballs… and sometimes it throws you into a hotel room for a week when renovations take a little (or a lot) longer than expected.
That’s been our reality lately. What was supposed to be a quick three-day project has turned into a full-blown “extended stay.” We’ve traded our kitchen for takeout menus, our living room for a lobby, and our office for whatever corner of the hotel has the strongest Wi-Fi.
And you know what? There’s some humor in it—because it feels a lot like running a small business.
Expect the Unexpected
Just like construction, business projects rarely go exactly as planned. Delays happen, challenges pop up, and the “simple fix” often takes longer than anyone expected. The key is learning to laugh a little and adapt a lot.
Flexibility is Everything
We’ve learned to make do with what’s available. Breakfast meetings at the lobby coffee bar? Sure. Conference calls while dodging the cleaning crew? Why not. Businesses thrive the same way—when you can stay flexible, you keep things moving even when conditions aren’t perfect.
Keep the Big Picture in Mind
Is it inconvenient? Yes. Is it temporary? Also yes. That perspective is powerful in business, too. Whether it’s a staffing challenge, a banking hiccup, or a supply chain delay, the frustration is real—but it’s not forever. Keep your focus on the long-term outcome.
Find the Humor
Sometimes the only thing to do is laugh. Running a business is stressful enough—if you can find humor in the chaos, you’ll not only survive, you’ll build resilience.
The Takeaway
Life (and business) won’t always go according to plan. But if you can adjust, stay productive, and keep your sense of humor, you’ll come out the other side stronger.
At 2717 Consulting, we help business owners do just that—stay focused, stay organized, and keep moving forward, even when things don’t go according to plan.
📩 Ready to stay on track, no matter what challenges come your way? Contact us: 2717.consulting1@gmail.com