How do you lead your business when everything falls apart? In this episode of Build Your Business, Matt and Chris Reynolds share exactly how to handle business crisis—from late-night tech meltdowns and legal threats to complete operational shutdowns.

They dive into real-world examples of how founders can stay calm, lead with confidence, and rally their team when panic sets in. Whether you're facing a crash, lawsuit, or high-stakes customer emergency, this episode gives you a proven playbook for leading under pressure.

• How to handle business crisis without panic

• What “wartime CEO mode” looks like in real life

• How to build and lead a war room team

• Why staying calm is your most powerful leadership tool

• How to recover after a business emergency—and build team loyalty

0:00 – Intro: When Crap Hits the Fan in Business
1:04 – Real Business Emergencies We've Faced
2:04 – Leading Through Chaos Without Panic
4:55 – The Role of a Wartime CEO
7:32 – Business Meltdowns and Real-World Stories
13:01 – Turning Crisis Into Opportunity
14:28 – Avoiding Panic and Rallying Your Team
21:25 – How to Build a War Room
24:49 – Leadership Lessons from the Crisis
33:15 – What to Prioritize During Emergencies
36:03 – Emotional Leadership: Staying Calm Under Fire
42:56 – Course-Correcting During Chaos
44:53 – Celebrating Wins After Crisis Mode
49:19 – Postmortems, SOPs, and Lessons Learned
57:11 – Getting Back to Normal and Leading the Team
58:44 – Closing Thoughts & What’s Next

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Matt's Links
Website: https://ryanmattreynolds.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reynoldsstrong/?hl=en

Chris's Links:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrismreynolds/