“The people who uncover the biggest opportunities and the biggest problems often think the same way: they question assumptions, follow patterns, and look beneath the surface.” At first glance, Elon Musk and forensic accountants may seem to exist in completely different worlds.

“Many small businesses assume tariffs only affect large multinational corporations. In reality, trade policy can influence everything from inventory costs to customer pricing and long-term cash flow.” When tariffs dominate economic headlines, many small business owners assume the impact applies mainly to: