Feel like you’re making decisions in the dark? It’s time to turn on the dashboard.
In this episode of Go Beyond Busy, Christine Abela from Oxygen8 Consulting breaks down how small business owners can use the right business metrics to guide smarter, faster, more profitable decisions – without drowning in spreadsheets or jargon.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Why business metrics matter for growth, sustainability, and avoiding costly mistakes
The difference between meaningful metrics and vanity numbers
How to track financial, customer, operational, and growth metrics without overwhelm
Critical numbers like MRR, ARR, profit margins, ROE, customer acquisition cost, retention rates, and cash flow
How to build a simple, action-oriented tracking system that fits a busy owner's life
How to turn insights into real improvements and results
Common mistakes to avoid when starting with metrics
How to foster a data-driven mindset for lasting success
Downloads available with this episode:
eBook: Understanding Business Metrics Made Simple
Checklist: Core Metrics Every Business Should Track
3 Guides: Setting up your business metrics dashboard, Cashflow monitoring framework, Customer metrics implementation guide
AI Prompts: Using Data to Improve Your Business
Toolstack: Recommended Tools for Tracking and Analysis
Workbook: Building Your Business Metrics Dashboard
Get all resources at: https://GoBeyondBusy.com
Hosted by Christine Abela – experienced business consultant and tech strategist helping small business owners move from chaos to calm through practical, real-world advice.
Some content is created with the help of AI tools, but every insight is based on real-world consulting experience.
