Is it time for your business to panic?
Less than 60 seconds. Only 12 simple questions.
Developed by The 80/20 Institute.
The Six Pillars of
Business Performance
Cash Flow
Does your core business generate real, reliable cash?
Investors
Are strategy and expectations aligned to value creation?
Talent
Are your best people focused on high-impact work?
Debt
Is debt accelerating growth or limiting options?
Suppliers
Is your supply chain creating leverage or complexity?
Positioning
Is your value proposition clear to the customers that matter?
What This
Assessment Measures
Your business is evaluated across six strategic pillars that determine whether growth is sustainable or fragile.
This assessment creates a clear starting point for leadership decisions, not another generic report.
What This Assessment Measures
Your business is evaluated across six strategic pillars that determine whether growth is sustainable or fragile.
This assessment creates a clear starting point for leadership decisions, not another generic report.
What Your Score Tells You
Your results place your business into a growth profile from unstable to scalable.
Companies in moderate growth typically:
How This Assessment Helps You
Improve Cash Flow
Focus on EBITDA, working capital, and actions that earn the right to grow.
Optimize Suppliers
Reduce cost and complexity by focusing on strategic partners.
Use Debt Strategically
Eliminate waste, segment P&Ls, and protect profitability.
Strengthen Talent
Identify the top 20% of people driving 80% of impact.
Align Investors
Clarify goals, execution plans, and financial communication.
Sharpen Positioning
Double down on profitable customers and core strengths.
Improve Cash Flow
Focus on EBITDA, working capital, and actions that earn the right to grow.
Optimize Suppliers
Reduce cost and complexity by focusing on strategic partners.
Use Debt Strategically
Eliminate waste, segment P&Ls, and protect profitability.
Strengthen Talent
Identify the top 20% of people driving 80% of impact.
Align Investors
Clarify goals, execution plans, and financial communication.
Sharpen Positioning
Double down on profitable customers and core strengths.
The 80/20
Operating Standard
What Happens Next
1. Face the Facts
Identify profit leaks and growth blockers.
2. Prioritize the Vital Few
Choose 1–3 initiatives that drive most impact.
3. Cut the Noise
Eliminate low-value work and distractions.
4. Align the Team
Refocus leadership, metrics, and accountability.
5. Execute with Discipline
Set 30-60-90-day priorities and review weekly.
