Today ended up being another slow one, at least on the business front. With school cancelled around these parks and some uncertainty in the air, it felt like a day that didn’t need to be forced.
Choosing Caution Over Movement
School cancellations around these parks were the first signal that today wasn’t going to be normal. Even though nothing looked especially dangerous outside, I decided not to push it and stayed home with the kiddos. I had one pickup scheduled, but I rescheduled it “due to safety concerns” and stayed home instead.
It wasn’t a dramatic decision, just a practical one. No need to gamble on a light day.
Admin Mode All Day
Most of the business progress today came from admin work. I spent time renewing licenses and paying bills — the unglamorous stuff that still has to get done to keep everything moving.
It wasn’t exciting, but it was productive in its own way. Clearing those tasks off the list always brings a bit of mental relief, even if it doesn’t feel like “real” work in the moment.
Following Up and Looking Back
I did some outreach to people I connected with at the networking event last week. Nothing heavy, just checking back in and keeping the conversation going.
Later, I reviewed quotes I’d lost for events coming up in the next 90 days and reached back out to see if I could win a few of them back. No expectations — just reopening doors that had already been opened once.
Until next time
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🛠 Tools I Use (and Recommend)
These are the tools that keep Peachy Party ATL running smoothly — from quoting clients to managing logistics to staying organized.
Goodshuffle Pro (referral) – My go-to for inventory, scheduling, contracts, and payments. It keeps the rental chaos under control.
Gusto (referral) - I’m still learning about payroll, if Im being honest. But Gusto has an easy to use platform and give me the confidence I need t go to the next level.
Next Insurance (referral) - We all need insurance! This is a great platform to help you get started.
💳 My Credit Card Stack
These are the cards I actually use to manage cash flow, earn rewards, and soften the blow of big purchases.
US Bank - Triple Cash Card
Updated: November 2025
$500 cash back bonus, 0% APR for 12 months on purchases and balance transfers
Amex Blue Business Plus (referral)
Updated: October 2025
12 months 0% APR + 15k Membership Rewards after qualifying spend.
🎪 Rental Industry Resources
If you’re in the rental world — or thinking about jumping in — these are the channels, tools, and communities I use to keep learning and leveling up:
Start A Party Rental Company (referral link) — The most thorough party rental course out there, with clear lessons, tactics, and real world do’s and don’ts.
Event Rental Podcasts:
YouTube Channels:
📚 What I’m Learning From Right Now
A rotating list of the things feeding my brain so I can feed the business.
Community:
The Morning Meet Up (referral) – A daily community for entrepreneurs hosted by David Shands.
Podcasts:
Think Big, Buy Small — Entrepreneurship through acquisition, a Harvard Business School podcast
Built to Sell Radio — For entrepreneurs interested in selling a business
Earn Your Leisure — Financial literacy
YouTube Channels:
Books:
Die With Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life―A Revolutionary Approach to Maximizing Life Experiences Over Accumulating Wealth
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