In his latest Ratchet+Wrench column, Hunt Demarest, CPA, tackles the common traps shop owners fall into when reading their own financial data. If you’ve ever questioned your labor rates, parts pricing, or overall profitability, this is a must-read. Click below to find out why the numbers aren’t always the problem—and how to see the full picture.

Read the full Ratchet+Wrench article here.