Openshaw was heading into the local CBS station in Los Angeles to appear as a guest on the live morning show when she spilled coffee on herself. She didn't know what to do and realized she wasn't prepared:
Money expert Jennifer Openshaw spilled coffee on her shirt right before appearing on live television.(LinkedIn)
"OK, so maybe this isn’t serious stuff, but you get the idea. We've all been there. Haven't you had scenarios where you didn’t prepare as well as you should have? Or, worse, didn’t prepare at all? It’s one of the most common mistakes we make and, friends, it quite frankly does a huge disservice to us. Failing to prepare comes in all shapes and sizes and can be avoided.
"For my drive that morning into the Channel 2 station and for all of my TV appearances, I probably should have had a backup outfit on hand. Maybe you don’t spill coffee on yourself like I do, but no matter what you’re doing — wherever you are in life or your career — please always remember be prepared. Focus on what is in front of you, and don't forget to ask yourself: Am I prepared for this, and what’s my backup plan?