This week’s security tip is summed up by the phrase two is one, one is none.
The idea here is that for things that matter – items that are critical to your success or failure – you should always have a duplicate. A backup. This is an important part of contingency planning. If you only have one critical tool and it breaks or gets lost – you’re up the creek without a paddle!
You are probably already doing this in some areas. Most people have 2 keys to their house or car. If you lose one or lock it inside, you have a spare. Many people not only have duplicate keys, but duplicate vehicles too. This makes sense. If you have multiple people in your family unit that work or are going to different places, having a secondary vehicle allows everyone to accomplish what they need to that day. No mess, no stress.
The goal with this week’s security tip is to expand that concept to other areas of our lives.
What if the electricity goes out during a winter storm? Do you have backup lighting or heating options?
If you get a flat tire do you have a spare? It only counts if the air level has been checked and filled recently!
How many payment options do you carry around? Do you have cash in addition to credit or debit cards?
Do you wear glasses? What happens if you lose or break them? You could keep around a spare, or even an old pair, to help you out until you order new ones.
Take a look at the mission critical elements of your life. If you only have one, you’re likely to find yourself with none. But if you have two, you know you will always have at least one.
Two is one, one is none!
