Strategy Meets Finance

When KPIs Are a Waste of Time | Ep 204

Dec 22, 2025
Discover why KPIs may be falling flat and not driving any real change in your business. The discussion highlights the importance of taking action based on data, rather than just passively reviewing it. Uncover the pitfalls of tracking meaningless metrics and learn how a skills gap can hinder teams from acting on vital signals. The episode emphasizes focusing on only a few impactful KPIs that align with business goals. Get ready to transform insights into actionable strategies for better financial health!
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ADVICE

Cull Useless KPIs

  • Stop reporting KPIs that don't change behavior and drain resources.
  • Eliminate useless reports and focus on measures that drive action and decisions.
INSIGHT

Measurement Must Change Behavior

  • Metrics only matter if they change behavior and lead to outcomes.
  • Measuring irrelevant things (like room temperature) wastes time without impact.
INSIGHT

Skills Gap Blocks KPI Action

  • Lack of skills and capabilities prevents teams from acting on KPIs.
  • Junior staff need explicit playbooks while seniors can translate KPIs into fixes.
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