Today, I'm diving into the pitfalls of complacency in business and how it can quietly hold you back from growth. As a fractional CFO working with a variety of businesses, I've seen firsthand how important it is to track performance metrics—especially revenue by employee—to identify your top performers and the areas that need attention. I'll share practical ways to stay vigilant and intentional in your growth strategies so that every decision moves you closer to greater profitability and long-term enterprise value. Tune in for actionable insights to help you maintain momentum and achieve lasting business success.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[0:45] Learning from Clients as a Fractional CFO

[01:25] The Silent Business Killer: Complacency

[02:50] Tracking Performance Metrics by Employee

[04:00] Empowering and Rewarding Top Performers

[05:35] The Importance of Revenue by Employee

[08:45] Combating Complacency with Critical Analysis

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