DogCo Secrets

This episode is a repost from May 9, 2025 - new content will resume again October 13, 2025!

This week’s hot take? Data. Why it matters, how to use it, and the seven essential metrics you should know to make faster, smarter decisions in your business—without drowning in spreadsheets or chasing perfection.

📈 If the phrase “track your KPIs” makes your eyes glaze over, I gets it. But in this bite-sized episode, I'll cut through the noise and shares quick + dirty math strategies that will help you:

 • Protect your profit
 • Diagnose weak spots
 • Focus your energy where it actually matters

From labor cost percentage to client retention and hiring trends, I'll break down the most actionable metrics that support real-time business health.

Key Metrics Covered:
 1. Labor cost percentage
 2. Profit margin percentage
 3. Week-over-week/month-over-month revenue
 4. Average client spend
 5. Average client retention
 6. Employee hiring leads
 7. Employee retention

💡 Takeaway: Protect your net profit. It is the lifeblood of your business.

What is DogCo Secrets?

Ready to scale your pet care business? Practical advice you can implement easily and quickly to 10x the growth of your business, musings on the current state of the pet care industry, and all the tips and tricks I've learned from coaching over 200 companies in the last two years.