What should you tell clients when tariffs increase and hiring slows? Blake Oliver discusses with Gusto senior economist Nicholas Tremper the effects on small businesses of high tariffs, reduced job growth, and a tighter labor market influenced by immigration policy. Find out how advising on cash flow and employee benefits can help your clients identify opportunities in a post-pandemic startup boom driven by artificial intelligence.

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Chapters

• (01:09) - Meet the Guest: Nich Tremper, Senior Economist
• (02:36) - Impact of Tariffs on Small Businesses
• (11:12) - Labor Market Trends and Challenges
• (20:37) - Strategies for Small Business Success
• (22:37) - Impact of AI
• (30:00) - Trends in Offshore Hiring
• (32:36) - Impact of Inflation on Small Businesses
• (39:47) - The Role of Accountants in Business Strategy
• (42:48) - Rise of New Business Formations
• (48:39) - Optimism for Small Businesses in 2026

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