Wedding hire company prepare for lockdown

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by a florist business during the COVID-19 pandemic. Initially, the business struggled with the impact of lockdowns, but saw a brief recovery when allowed to reopen. However, subsequent lockdowns led to further disruptions, particularly affecting wedding bookings. The business had to adapt quickly to changing circumstances, leading to financial strain and uncertainty about the future. The florist expressed concerns about losing customers to larger online retailers and the difficulty of maintaining income without weddings.

What was the initial reaction of the florist to the new lockdown?

• Excitement about new opportunities

• Relief due to safety concerns

• Indifference to the situation

• Overwhelmed by the thought of starting over

Why did the florist experience an increase in wedding inquiries after reopening?

• They offered discounts on wedding flowers

• They had a new marketing strategy

• People preferred smaller florists over big stores

• The shop was located in a popular area

How did the florist handle the sudden announcement of another lockdown?

• They canceled all upcoming weddings

• They rescheduled weddings and rushed orders

• They closed the shop permanently

• They ignored the announcement

What is the florist's biggest fear during the lockdown?

• Running out of flower supplies

• Not being able to hire more staff

• Losing customers to big online stores

• Having too many weddings to handle

What financial adjustments has the florist made due to the lockdown?

• Investing in new equipment

• Expanding the shop

• Not buying gifts for Christmas

• Hiring more staff