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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Focus on a few key metrics—four or five is sufficient—rather than trying to track dozens, especially in the early stages of your startup.

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B2B Startup Metrics | Startup School

@ Y Combinator

12/16/23

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Adora Cheung

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

Don't get caught up in tracking too many metrics at once, as this can lead to analysis paralysis. Instead, focus on three to five key metrics that matter most to your business.

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Suhail Doshi

09/12/18

@ Y Combinator

Don't overcomplicate your analytics; focus on three to five key metrics instead of trying to track everything.

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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Before launching a startup, ensure you have four or five key metrics in place to avoid operating blindly and to make informed decisions.

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Tom Blomfield

12/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Avoid vanity metrics and focus on clear, actionable metrics that can guide your startup's strategy and decision-making processes.

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Adora Cheung

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

It's important to track a few secondary metrics alongside your primary metric to gain a comprehensive view of your startup's health, rather than focusing solely on one metric.

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Adora Cheung

08/01/19

@ Y Combinator

When choosing KPIs, focus on one primary metric that you would bet the whole company on, as it simplifies your focus and helps you determine how well your startup is doing.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

Startups must focus on measuring the right metrics comprehensively to understand their performance and drive success.

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Aydin Senkut

04/16/25

@ EO

In the early stages, founders should concentrate on a few critical tasks rather than spreading themselves too thin across many activities.

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Alexandra

09/18/18

@ Y Combinator

Focus on what matters most for your business; avoid vanity metrics and concentrate on sustainable growth and revenue.