Business Management

WSU unveils AI-focused career certificate programs

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Washington State University’s Carson College of Business now has opportunities for those looking to bolster their skills or break into new roles in the realms of artificial intelligence, automation, analytics and project management.

Overtime thresholds to change Jan. 1

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Sitting down to start drafting your business’ budget for next year? You’ll want to make sure to account for coming changes to the state’s overtime salary threshold.

Study: Whether in the World Cup or the workplace, teamwork is the key

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Think you have the best team in the world? Well, that doesn’t matter if you can’t help them get to the goal, according to a WSU study.

ACT offers improv workshops for business professionals

ty@tcjournal.biz — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Looking for new ways to connect with your employees and go with the flow in the workplace? The Academy of Children’s Theatre’s upcoming improv workshops might be able to help sharpen your communication skills, embrace spontaneity and build stronger team connections – all while having fun.

WA offering waived penalties after sales tax changes

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

If the state’s recent expansion of sales tax-subject services has your business facing some penalties, some help could be available to you.

Report: Small and midsize businesses primed for growth, looking for opportunity

ty@tcjournal.biz — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Results of a nationwide survey of 1,200 businesses by a Washington state-based bank appear to run counter to the doom-and-gloom mentality pervading other recent assessments of business prospects.

From typewriters to water filtration, Abadan continues to adapt

rachel@tcjournal.biz — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Abadan outlasted the typewriter. The fax machine. Now it wants to filter your water.

Survey: WA business owner pessimism continues to rise

Tue, 05 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

State business advocates say more employers are looking to exit the state, largely because of increasing tax burdens.

Identifying compensation challenges during ownership transition

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500

As businesses grow and mature, compensation strategies often become complex, especially when new owners join or founders plan to step back.

Survey: WA employers uneasy amid tax and tariff challenges

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 21:00:00 -0400

The latest survey of hundreds of employers across Washington state indicates they remain tense in light of increased state taxes, impacts from tariffs and other issues.

Can my business partner legally do that?

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

What boundaries exist around a partner’s behavior? When does a partner cross the line and breach their duty to the business or to each other?

Can I start a new business while in bankruptcy?

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400

If my business has filed for bankruptcy and I am required to remain with the business until it’s complete, can I establish a new business as well?

LINK offers networking opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 13:27:34 -0400

A few years ago, Jonas Rosenberg of Summit Funding and Ken Marsh, owner of P2 Promotional Products were seeking a different kind of networking group.[blockquote quote="I contribute a great deal of my business growth to connections gained at LINK." source="Ben Anderson, social media consultant at CnctNow" align="right" max_width="300px"]Both men, who...

Business owner doesn’t let disabilities erase plans, draws on community support

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 13:21:12 -0400

Ben Huwe has been in and out of hospitals much of his life, and had his first eye surgery at just nine-months old.“He has optic atrophy,” said his mom, Sherri Huwe. “His nerve that goes back to the base of his brain is scarred and damaged, and it’s barely attached....

Using phantom stock to reward (and retain) key personnel

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 13:16:51 -0400

By Beau Ruff for TCAJOBOne challenge for the business owner is attracting and retaining key personnel. This challenge permeates all businesses from the largest to the smallest. At some point, the key person needs more incentive to stay and excel. One common tool to incentivize the employee to stay is...

How to tap human motivation to create a healthy organization

Wed, 15 Jun 2016 13:11:34 -0400

By Allen Johnson, Ph.D. for TCAJOBWhat is the best way to move an organization toward a quality culture? How can positive change be made without eliciting employee anxiety or resentment?Understanding how people are motivated is key. One thing is certain: people are not motivated by the visions of other people....