I’ve always been a numbers guy. I love me some data. And my guess is, a lot of you budgeting nerds out there – aka my people – feel the same way.

Data should inform your decisions. But resist the urge to give it more power than it deserves. Don’t let your data make you feel guilty or draw you into the past. What’s done is done, and you are best served by looking forward –always forward.

Done right, your data will help keep you honest, guide your decision making, and ensure you stay focused on what’s in front of you.

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Until next time…