J. Ott Business Solutions

10/29/2026

Are you forecasting for your small business? Learn common sales forecasting methods, how to create a sales forecast, and tips for making the most of your data.

Start here: https://www.uschamber.com/co/grow/sales/sales-forecasting-guide

Take these steps to build a sales forecast, evaluate forecasting methods, and use revenue projections to make smarter business decisions.

10/26/2026

⏰ Don’t wait too long to catch up on bookkeeping tasks! Bookkeeping can fall behind faster than most business owners expect.

A busy season, staffing changes, unexpected expenses, or simply trying to do too much alone can quickly create a backlog that becomes harder to untangle over time.

📚 The longer records sit untouched, the harder it becomes to spot cash flow issues, missing invoices, payroll problems, or tax concerns.

J. Ott Business Solutions helps Tacoma and South Sound businesses get back on track with organized, accurate bookkeeping support that reduces stress and restores visibility.

📞 Reach out today:
http://www.jottbusinesssolutions.com/contact/

10/23/2026

Rising costs. Supply chain delays. Staffing challenges. There’s plenty putting pressure on small business cash flow.

For Tacoma and South Sound business owners, looking ahead can help you spot cash flow gaps early and prepare for upcoming expenses and growth opportunities.

This Long Island Business News article shares three practical ways to support healthier, more predictable cash flow. A useful read as you plan for the months ahead!

Bank of America Long Island offers three cash flow management tips to help small and midsize businesses maintain financial stability and growth.

10/22/2026

Let’s put some numbers behind that holiday cheer! 🎁 Planning a seasonal special is exciting, especially when you have an offer you feel good about sharing with customers.

This week’s post shows how your books can help you shape a holiday promotion that fits your business, budget, and goals.

Take a look as you plan: https://www.jottbusinesssolutions.com/holiday-discounts-can-your-business-afford-them

What You’ll Learn How to evaluate the costs behind a holiday discount. How discounts affect the sales volume needed to cover your expenses. What to review in your cash flow before launching a promotion. When breaking even can support a worthwhile business goal. Holiday promotions are everywhere th...

10/19/2026

Tax Season Confidence!
👉🏼 If tax season felt overwhelming last year, now is the perfect time to partner with a trusted local professional.

At J. Ott Business Solutions, we specialize in business and sole proprietor tax returns, amended filings, and prior-year tax support for small business owners across Tacoma and Pierce County.

Let us help you stay organized so you can move forward with total confidence. Plan ahead, meet every deadline, and ensure your business is prepared for the upcoming season.

Contact J. Ott Business Solutions today for expert tax support:
http://www.jottbusinesssolutions.com/contact/

10/16/2026

🎅🏼 Holiday sales can help close out a year strong! Are your tech tools ready?
👉 Check out this 15-point audit to make sure your systems are in tiptop shape. Start here: https://www.score.org/checklists/dont-let-glitch-cost-holiday-success-tech-audit-before-seasonal-sales/

Learn how to prepare for the seasonal retail rush with our 15-point tech audit.

10/15/2026

That charge made sense when you entered it in July. Looking at it now, you may need a minute. 🤔

As year-end approaches, it’s a good time to revisit your expense categories. “Miscellaneous” entries and automatic assignments are two places worth checking.

Our latest post shares what Tacoma and South Sound business owners can review before closing the books for the year. Read here: https://www.jottbusinesssolutions.com/before-you-close-the-year-are-your-business-expenses-categorized-correctly/

What You’ll Learn How expense categories affect your financial reports. Which transactions deserve a closer look before year-end. How to prepare unclear entries for a bookkeeping review. You open your bookkeeping software, pull up your expenses, and notice a few entries that still need attention. ...

10/12/2026

See the Story Behind the Numbers

Financial reports tell the story of your business. At J. Ott Business Solutions, we prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports that give small business owners in Tacoma and the South Sound clarity and confidence in their decisions.

With clear reports, you can track progress, spot opportunities, and plan for the future.

Let’s make sure your numbers work for you.

Contact J. Ott Business Solutions today to discover how accurate financial reporting can give you the clarity and confidence to guide your business forward.

Reach out today: http://www.jottbusinesssolutions.com/contact/

10/09/2026

A setback can tell you something useful about your business if you give yourself time to examine what happened. ⫸ In this Entrepreneur article, a business owner shares how challenges shaped new growth decisions. 🤔 It’s a worthwhile read for small business owners in Tacoma and across the South Sound.

👉 Read it here: https://www.entrepreneur.com/growing-a-business/4-core-strategies-that-helped-me-turn-setbacks-into-success/477583

Taking your business idea from "what if" to "wow" requires trusting your instincts and embracing the failures.

10/08/2026

You’re ordering supplies, planning promotions, and getting ready for holiday customers. Is your bookkeeping on the preparation list? 📝

A busy season brings plenty to keep track of, and some financial details can follow you into January.

This week’s featured post offers a few practical checks to help Tacoma and South Sound business owners prepare before the holiday rush. Start here: https://www.jottbusinesssolutions.com/holiday-sales-bookkeeping-3-details-small-businesses-often-miss/

What You’ll Learn How to keep sales records accurate when processing fees affect deposits Which seasonal expenses deserve closer tracking How to keep holiday returns and refunds organized A busy holiday season can fill your order queue, bring new customers through the door, and keep your team work...