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The 5 Must-Know Metrics Driving Studio Success

We get it. Most of us don’t open our boutique fitness studio to analyze spreadsheets. But if you’re not checking your numbers regularly, you’re actually jeopardizing your business. 

Get a brief overview of what’s essential to keep an eye on (and why) with Matt Hanton and Conor McGarry in Episode 718: The 5 Must-Know Metrics Driving Studio Success.

  • Fill the room: aim for 70-80% capacity utilization to meet real demand
  • Stabilize cash flow: build memberships to about 70% of monthly recurring revenue 
  • Compel the curious: convert more leads to intros and intros to memberships.
  • Extend the stay: maximize retention as a marketing strategy & profit multiplier
  • Evaluate expenses: keep instructor payroll at 30-40% of your total revenue 

Together, these numbers tell the true story of your studio’s health—and where to focus if you’re struggling to achieve profitability or sustainable growth. Do yourself a favor with Episode 718.

Catch you there.

With grit and gratitude,
Lisé

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