As we approach our weekly pause for our EPiC Every Penny Challenge at 10CST, I invite each member to consider this week’s reflection....

Last month, many of us in the southern US were in the path of an intense, “once in a generation” ice storm. In my state of Tennessee there were tens of thousands of electrical disruptions and many remained without power 5+ days later 😢 Despite how much we prepare for life, there are unexpected disruptions that sometimes throw us a curveball. This unprecedented weather event was a curveball that hit very hard. As Solopreneurs, it is crucial that we remain nimble and prepare our finances in such a way that we can withstand the inevitable interruption that may come our way. With talks of economic instability and potential shutdowns, price increases and more, it’s imperative that we pause and assess our financial wellness. 🤔 Pause for these questions and consider how to strengthen your money management… - What are my essential business costs each month?  - How many weeks of reserve funding do I have to operate my business? - Are my numbers staying up-to-date?  Please don’t let life’s interruptions throw you off course... And remember, it’s never too late to take another step to improve your business finances. Cheers to Happier (and Warmer) Accounting! ☀️

This week wasn’t about perfection, it was about awareness. Every time you looked at your numbers, paused to reflect, or chose intention over avoidance, you strengthened your foundation. 💪🏽 Rest, reflect, and trust that progress is happening, even when it feels quiet. 🌻 Enjoy Your Weekend!

Just like in gardening, as business owners, we have to pay attention to the seasons. Early this morning, I was inspired to turn my greenhouse heater off before sunrise because when I went inside, it was cozy warm and all my plants were tucked in snuggly. Three hours later that decision didn’t serve me well when I checked the greenhouse and sadly my cabbage had a frozen drop of dew on its leaf, my peas were no longer growing upward, (but instead slumped over on the soil,) and my mint is bitterly cold and droopy 🥹 SEASONS! ❄️🌿☀️🍂 Paying attention to the FORECAST (aka 26° this morning on my side of the world), staying in SYNC and ALIGNMENT 📈 So this gave me a moment to PAUSE to ask myself, “What are my numbers saying to me?” Now, with renewed awareness, I’m checking out the (financial) forecast and working diligently to operate an alignment with my finances.💪🏽 Hoping your 2026 Finances Grow as You Nurture Your Numbers 🌱 Happy accounting y’all!