Most business scoreboards fail for one of two reasons: they’re too complicated, or no one looks at them.
A good scoreboard should be simple, focused, and reviewed weekly.
When done right, it becomes your team’s early warning system—and a powerful accountability tool.
Why Scoreboards Get Ignored
- Too many metrics, too little meaning
- No one is clearly responsible for each number
- Data is collected, but not discussed
- It’s used for reporting—not for driving action
The result? A spreadsheet no one trusts, and no one uses.
What a Great Scoreboard Looks Like
1. Keep It to 5–15 Numbers
Less is more. Focus on the critical activities and outcomes that drive your business forward. Think 80/20.
2. Assign an Owner to Each Metric
Each number must have a clear owner—someone who’s responsible for moving it weekly.
3. Set Weekly Targets
Not monthly, not quarterly. Weekly. This creates urgency, visibility, and momentum.
4. Review It Every Week
Embed it into your Weekly Tactical leadership meeting.
If a number is off track, it becomes an topic to solve—not something to ignore.
The Power of a Strong Scoreboard
- You can spot problems before they escalate
- Everyone knows what success looks like
- Accountability becomes objective, not emotional
- You build a performance culture without pressure
Want Help Building a Scoreboard That Drives Results?
I help business owners and their leadership teams create simple, effective scoreboards that make accountability part of their rhythm—not a surprise at review time.
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Talk soon,
Steve Burnett
Pinnacle Business Guide
Helping business owners align their team around vision, strategy, and execution–with accountability that drives growth.
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