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August 2004
The Kitsap Peninsula Business Journal archives all articles into these pages. Feel free to browse back through Kitsap history and read news from as far back as the turn of the century! All articles from the print edition will be archived in this directory.
Avoiding honeymoon hotel pitfalls
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | The KPBJ

A honeymoon should be the trip of a lifetime for both partners, full of romance and relaxation. But so many expectations are built into a honeymoon trip that it can become somewhat of a disappointment. Here are some tips offered by local hospitality professionals from around the peninsula to help newlyweds avoid some common honeymoon pitfalls and misconceptions — whether you stay in this area or not.

  • Be honest with each other. If you go along with your mate’s destination choice to appease him or her, it can lead to quarrels and resentment later on. read more »

     
Oke Responds
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | The KPBJ

In reference to Randy Boss’ letter printed July, 2004:

There he goes again — more wrong information from a man who was a leader in the delaying tactics that doubled the cost of a new bridge we could be driving on today. read more »

 
Jan Angel
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | The KPBJ

Certain pundits writing in our blatantly leftist local daily rag have already begun their smear campaign against Commissioner Jan Angel in hopes of electing either of the two Democrats running against her. read more »

 
Jan Angel
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | The KPBJ

Commissioner Angel’s recent article was very saddening.

To hear her tell it, Ms. Angel finds the county’s problems overwhelming, posing dozens of questions for which she seems to have no answer, even after a full term as commissioner. That’s sad!

Her solution — hold your hat — is to laboriously review all the information one more time, to hear from those folks who are able to attend daytime meetings . This will make us stronger. read more »

 
A home-based business is a family affair
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | The KPBJ

A great way to make more money is to start a home business. Most people think it’s complex, but it’s actually quite simple. All you need is the proper amount of motivation and a detailed plan to get the ball - and the profits - rolling. However, one caution, a home-based business isn’t just your business, it will impact every member of your family in some way, and the budding entrepreneur needs to keep that in mind. read more »

 
Keeping it all in the family
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | Sarah Lee

Family-owned companies - large and small — are the foundation of the nation’s business. How important are these companies to the nation’s economy? Consider these statistics:

  • More than 80 percent of all businesses in the United States are family-owned.
  • One third of Fortune 500 companies are family firms.
  • Family businesses account for 50 percent of the Gross Domestic Product.
  • Family firms employ more than half of the nation’s workforce.

That’s the good news about family firms. read more »

 
Entrepreneurship: Not just for entrepreneurs
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | Mike Hihn

Entrepreneurship is not just for entrepreneurs. The critical elements of personal autonomy and earned rewards can be just as effective on the shop floor. read more »

 
On the stage: Gig Harbor couple view their business as a lifestyle
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | Rodika Tollefson

Bruce and Linda Gair believe running a family business is a 24/7 endeavor — including a Saturday night “date,” yet they never work in their shop on the same day together..

Bruce and Linda Gair have started 12enterprises together, including several retail shops. The couple’s newest adventure is “The Keeping Room,” a fine wines and accessories store in downtown Gig Harbor. read more »

 
Succession Planning: Now is always the best time to start
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | Mike Hihn

Here’s a concise definition of succession planning. I found it at the National Federation of Independent Business web site :

“Effective succession planning involves building the value of your business during your period of ownership and management, and having a plan in place when you’re ready to step down. It means that management authority and control are delegated responsibly. read more »

 
Internet may be a goldmine for tourists, but not hotels
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | Rodika Tollefson

There are plenty of consumers left who like to make travel plans the old-fashion way — in person or via the telephone — but personal contact cannot beat information easily accessible 24/7 on the Internet. Finding the next vacation getaway online sounds time consuming, but it sure beats going to the library or bookstore, making phone calls to dozens of visitors bureaus and waiting for brochures. read more »

 
The DOs and DON'Ts of the business reception
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | The KPBJ

The business reception — be it a chamber networking event, grand opening of a new facility such as Bremerton’s Harborside complex, a service club event or even your own company party — how you act reflects on your future business.
There’s piles of complimentary food, entertainment on the house and overflowing alcohol, all at no cost. Before you indulge, just remember that your boss, everyone else you work with, as well as clients — and competitors — are all watching. And that you may have to see more than one of them the next day. read more »

 
Family businesses look for competive edge
August 5, 2004 @ 11:00pm | Rodika Tollefson

With a Home Depot coming to Port Orchard, Ace Hardware owner Scott Mclendon says personalized customer service is more important than ever.

While it’s undisputed that small businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy, every year those businesses find themselves pitted against big corporations. For a family-owned business with a small staff, competition is not only for customers but also for employees lured away by benefits small firms can’t afford. read more »