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The Veterinary Leadership Success ShowShort conversations with smart people with good i Author: By Dr Dave Nicol
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138: The 11 Numbers That Matter Most in Veterinary Practice
Episode 138
Wednesday, 10 June, 2026
When everything feels urgent, how do you know what to tackle first?It's something I've wrestled with throughout my career as a practice owner.There's always another problem demanding attention. A staffing issue. An unhappy client. A dip in revenue. A packed diary. A team disagreement.The temptation is to fight the loudest fire.But the loudest fire isn't always the most important one.In this episode, I share the 11 numbers I use to understand what's really happening inside a practice. Because when you can see the signals clearly, you stop reacting to symptoms and start fixing the causes.And that's important because this isn't really about numbers.It's about creating more clarity, more confidence, and less stress in the way you lead.When you understand what's happening inside your practice, you make better decisions, build stronger teams, and create the space to focus on what matters most: building a remarkable practice at the heart of your community.Episode Outline:[00:00] Is your practice working?[02:20] The Practice Value Chain[05:15] The 11 numbers that matter[08:00] Happy clients, healthy teams[10:20] What your numbers are telling you[13:00] Why meetings become reactive[14:30] Signals vs symptoms[15:20] Stop guessing and start leadingWant to See the Signals in Your Own Practice?For years, I ran my practices using spreadsheets. That's why I built VetDash.In just a few minutes, VetDash turns your key practice metrics into a simple dashboard that helps you spot problems earlier, identify opportunities faster, and focus on the numbers that matter most.Start your free 30-day trial and see what's really happening inside your practice.Follow Dr. Dave Nicol for More Leadership Insights:Follow Dr. Dave: @drdavenicolLearn more about the Veterinary Leadership AcademyEnjoyed this episode?Leave a review on iTunes and share it with your veterinary colleagues!
