Running a Live Music Business in the Coronavirus Era

The video discusses the challenges faced by Neumos, a venue in Seattle, during its shutdown in March. The owner talks about the difficult decisions made, including laying off over 100 staff members. The financial and emotional impacts of these decisions are highlighted, emphasizing the responsibility of business owners to their employees and the social contract they uphold. The narrative underscores the struggle of managing a business during a crisis and the personal toll it takes on those involved.

What were some of the hardest decisions faced by the business owner during the shutdown?

What responsibilities does a business owner have towards their employees?

How did the business owner feel about having to lay off staff?

What impact did the shutdown have on the staff's ability to perform their jobs?

What emotions were involved in informing staff about the layoffs?