by Joshua Ott | May 13, 2025 | Bookkeeping, Business, Tacoma Community
Uncertainty has always been part of business ownership, but lately, it feels like the stakes are even higher. Whether it’s a slowdown in customer spending, rising costs, or economic headlines that seem to shift by the day, many small business owners across Tacoma and...
by Joshua Ott | May 7, 2025 | Bookkeeping, Business, Growth Strategy, Tax Planning
These Habits Separate Thriving Companies from Struggling Ones What successful small businesses do differently—and how to get there. In the day-to-day whirlwind of running a small business, it’s easy for financial management to slip into reactive mode. You’re...
by Joshua Ott | Apr 30, 2025 | Business, Growth Strategy, Tacoma Community
Spring is in the air—and so are opportunities to expand your network. In the South Sound and greater Puget Sound region, the warmer months bring a wave of community events, markets, and professional gatherings that make it easier— and more enjoyable —to build...
by Joshua Ott | Apr 22, 2025 | Growth Strategy, Tacoma Community
May is National Small Business Month—and right here in Tacoma and throughout the South Sound, it’s a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the hardworking entrepreneurs who fuel our local economy. With Small Business Week running from May 4 through May 10, now’s the...
by Joshua Ott | Apr 16, 2025 | Uncategorized
Running a business means wearing a lot of hats—and rarely having time to stop and reassess. But in today’s climate, where small business owners face tighter margins, staffing challenges, and shifting customer expectations, stepping back isn’t a luxury—it’s a...
