How to Build KPIs That Actually Guide Better Business Decisions

Picture of The Kaizen Team The Kaizen Team · October 16, 2025

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How to Build KPIs That Actually Guide Better Business Decisions
How to Build KPIs That Actually Guide Better Business Decisions
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This episode of Kaizen Time breaks down how small business owners can create simple, effective Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that actually guide better decisions. Discover practical metrics like cost per unit and gross margin to track profit, plus financial health indicators such as the current ratio and days sales outstanding (DSO) vs. days payable outstanding (DPO) to manage cash flow. Learn why keeping KPIs clear and actionable matters more than complex formulas—and how the right numbers can reveal whether you’re truly ready for growth.

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