Read Your P&L Like a Story,

Not a Spreadsheet

Scan top‑line revenue—is it trending up, flat, or seasonal?

1. Check cost of goods sold—does margin hold steady?

2. Review operating expenses—flag anything that jumped 10 %+ month‑over‑month.

3. End with net profit—then ask “Why?” not just “What?”

Clarity Wayfinder Takeaway: Compare this month’s P&L to the same month last year; write one sentence explaining any big change.