July 16, 2025

Ep 4: Q&A from MAGIC OF CONTRIBUTION MARGIN PRESENTATION

31 minutes

Question and answer follow-up to ‘Ep 3: Magic of Contribution Margin’ explores common viewer and listener questions.

To get the most from this presentation, it is recommended tohave viewed or listened to ‘Ep 3: Magic of Contribution Margin’ first, which discussed how to accurately calculate contribution margin, break-even and profitability, from individual products and promotions to the entire business.

TIMESTAMPS:

(0:00) Start & Disclaimer!

(1:09) Introduction!

(1:58) Is Contribution Margin The Same As Gross Profit?

(5:01) Can Contribution Margin Be Used At Scale?

(5:55) Can Contribution Margin Be Used For Service Businesses?

(8:38) Why Did Formulas For Contribution Margin $ Sometimes Change?

(11:44) Why Did Formulas For Contribution Margin % Sometimes Change?

(14:32) How Do We Compare Product Sales At Different Price Points?

(19:09) How Easy Is It To Substitute Sales Figures In Profitability Calculations?

(22:31) How Easy Is It To Substitute Sales And Contribution Margin Figures In Profitability Calculations?

(27:33) What Sort Of Businesses Is The Break-Even & Profit Calculator Designed For?

(29:09) Can We Get The Presentations Out Quicker & What Is The Schedule?

(29:48) Wrap-Up & Questions!

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