Shield your computer from e-mail viruses.
Make sure your system updates are up to date so you are protected against malware.
Agree on an office distress code.
In situations where site visits lead you to feeling like you’re in danger, make arrangements for a secret phrase to be used on a phone call to the home office. “I’m at the factory on State St. Can you email me the GREEN FILE?”
Arrive early and scope the area for unexpected persons or situations.
Forewarned is forearmed.
Let there be light.
When showing a vacant commercial site, be aware of the time of day you meet a client. Showing a property at dusk or after dark, with no electricity on in the space you are showing, is not advisable.
No dialing or texting behind the wheel.
Driving is a fact of life. Texting and dialing are facts of life. Doing both at once is way more dangerous than you believe.
Charge it.
Don’t get caught with a dead battery in your smart phone, pad or device. Ensure charging happens by carrying a charging cable with you.
Have identification visible when visiting occupied commercial sites.
Confusion can lead to misunderstandings that cost time and attention.
Exurbs and rural areas very often have lousy cellular service coverage.
Plan accordingly by making sure the office knows your site visit schedule.
Carry emergency roadside equipment in your car.
Always carry a battery charger, tire jack, spare tire, and jumper cables.
By: Commercial Connections
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