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June 16, 2025 22 mins

 

In this episode, Laura DiBenedetto and Julia Becker Collins discuss the importance of focusing on meaningful metrics in business. They emphasize the distinction between vanity metrics and real metrics that drive revenue and retention. The conversation covers key topics such as customer acquisition cost, the buyer's journey, lead quality, and the need for simplified reporting to make informed business decisions. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights to help listeners understand what truly matters in measuring business success.

 

Takeaways

1 - Most business owners track the wrong metrics.

2 - Vanity metrics do not lead to sales.

3 - Customer acquisition cost is crucial for profitability.

4 - Understanding the buyer's journey is essential.

5 - Lead quality is more important than lead quantity.

 

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Metrics That Matter

02:53 Understanding Vanity Metrics vs. Real Metrics

05:48 The Importance of Customer Acquisition Cost

09:00 Identifying Meaningless Metrics

11:48 Tracking the Buyer’s Journey

14:56 Measuring Lead Quality Over Quantity

17:51 Simplifying Reporting for Better Insights

 

 

 

 

 

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