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Paying Yourself as a Startup Owner: Build Good Habits From Day One

Paying Yourself as a Startup Owner: Build Good Habits From Day One

by Joshua Ott | Jun 30, 2026 | Growth Strategy, Payroll, Startup New Business

What You Will Learn Why paying yourself consistently matters The difference between business income and personal spending How to track owner contributions and owner draws properly Ways to make tax season less stressful When it may be time to revisit your compensation...
The Financial Habits Fast-Tracking Small Business Growth

The Financial Habits Fast-Tracking Small Business Growth

by Joshua Ott | Jun 24, 2026 | Bookkeeping, Budgeting, Growth Strategy

What You Will Learn Why strong financial habits are important during periods of growth The financial practices successful small businesses follow consistently How monthly reviews can help identify opportunities and challenges sooner Simple ways to stay organized as...
Behind on Bookkeeping: When Getting Caught Up Feels Overwhelming

Behind on Bookkeeping: When Getting Caught Up Feels Overwhelming

by Joshua Ott | Jun 16, 2026 | Bookkeeping, South Sound Spotlight

What You Will Learn How to take the first step when your books are behind What financial records to gather before seeking help Why it matters to choose a bookkeeper experienced in catch-up work How updated books provide valuable business insights What systems can help...
Start Up Journey: The Bookkeeping Tasks Every Startup Should Handle in Their First 90 Days

Start Up Journey: The Bookkeeping Tasks Every Startup Should Handle in Their First 90 Days

by Joshua Ott | Jun 9, 2026 | Uncategorized

What You Will Learn Essential bookkeeping setup steps for new businesses How to stay organized during your first 90 days Ways to build a stronger financial foundation  Starting a new business is exciting. Whether you’re launching a consulting practice, opening a...
How Much Should a Small Business Emergency Fund Be?

How Much Should a Small Business Emergency Fund Be?

by Joshua Ott | Jun 3, 2026 | Budgeting, Startup New Business

In this post, we’ll explore: How much emergency savings your business may need Factors that influence the right reserve amount Common emergency fund mistakes to avoid Practical ways to build financial reserves Unexpected expenses are part of running a business....
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