When the new year starts with economists split between “soft landing” and “surprise downturn,” small‑business owners end up making 12‑month decisions in a 12‑day fog. In this 60 Seconds Sharp with Shena episode, Dr. Shena, PhD‑ABD, America’s favorite attorney, revenue strategist, and small‑business bodyguard, breaks down how rising small‑business optimism collides with real fears about slower demand, higher costs, and a possible recession. You will hear how workforce moves like hiring freezes, cutting hours, or planning layoffs can trigger federal WARN Act and state mini‑WARN obligations, and why every “do we cut or do we grow” decision in 2026 needs both a legal and cash‑flow lens, not just a vibes check.

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