196 episodes

Ben Murray brings you actionable SaaS metrics lessons that he has learned through years of being in the SaaS CFO trenches. Whether you are new to SaaS or a SaaS veteran, learn the latest SaaS metrics, finance, and accounting tactics that drive financial transparency and improved decision-making.

Ben’s SaaS metrics blog consistently rates a 70+ NPS, and his templates have been downloaded over 100,000 times. There is always something to learn about SaaS metrics.

SaaS Metrics School Ben Murray

    • Business

Ben Murray brings you actionable SaaS metrics lessons that he has learned through years of being in the SaaS CFO trenches. Whether you are new to SaaS or a SaaS veteran, learn the latest SaaS metrics, finance, and accounting tactics that drive financial transparency and improved decision-making.

Ben’s SaaS metrics blog consistently rates a 70+ NPS, and his templates have been downloaded over 100,000 times. There is always something to learn about SaaS metrics.

    The Foundation of CAC Part 4

    The Foundation of CAC Part 4

    In episode #196, I address the foundation of CAC in this four-part series. Today, let’s talk PLG and SLG. And segmenting your CAC.

    - SLG and PLG impact on CAC

    - Don’t forget to segment your CAC

    The foundation of CAC blog post.

    • 4 min
    The Foundation of CAC Part 3

    The Foundation of CAC Part 3

    In episode #195, I address the foundation of CAC in this four-part series. Today, about the metrics that use CAC as an input. And what’s your prize?

    - CAC feeds these metrics

    - What’s your prize? Very important to define

    Learn more about CAC here!

    • 3 min
    The Foundation of CAC Part 2

    The Foundation of CAC Part 2

    In episode #194, I address the foundation of CAC in this four-part series. Today, let’s talk data sources. Where do we source CAC data?

    - SaaS P&L

    - Bookings data or your MRR schedule

    Foundation of CAC blog post.

    • 3 min
    The Foundation of CAC Part 1

    The Foundation of CAC Part 1

    In episode #193, I address the foundation of CAC in this four-part series. Today, let’s define CAC. It’s not as obvious as it seems.

    - Begins with your general ledger and your SaaS P&L

    - Gross CAC, customer acquisition cost\

    Blog post on CAC: https://www.thesaascfo.com/the-foundation-of-customer-acquisition-costs-cac/

    • 3 min
    What SaaS Metrics Are Relevant When Passing $10M ARR?

    What SaaS Metrics Are Relevant When Passing $10M ARR?

    In episode #192, I address the relevant SaaS metrics when hitting the big $10M ARR milestone. If you are a founder who is still far away from 10M, it’s good to understand what you’ll need at that point.

    - Do SaaS metrics matter?

    - What financial metrics do I need?

    - The 4 key finance data sources

    Grab my 5 Pillar Framework here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/pl/2148255133

    • 2 min
    What Metrics and Data Do Acquirors Want to See ASAP?

    What Metrics and Data Do Acquirors Want to See ASAP?

    In episode #191, I address the data that is worth its weight in gold. You will always be asked for this data when buyers are evaluating your SaaS business.

    - The golden data

    - Where do you source this data?

    Grab my resource to create your MRR schedule here: https://www.thesaasacademy.com/pl/2148292708

    • 2 min

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