The Secret to Actually Using Your Data


Hi, Reader!

Most businesses don’t have a data problem.

They have a decision problem.

They have reports. They have numbers. But they’re not using them to make better marketing decisions because they feel like they're drowning in data with no idea what to do with it all.

In my Measurement Maturity Framework, Insight is all about:
Recognizing patterns so you can improve what’s working
Spotting trends that show where leads are dropping off
Asking better questions so your marketing improves over time

🔹 The biggest mistake I see?
People chase accuracy instead of trends. But no tool is 100% accurate, especially in today's digital environment with tracking blockers and private browsing. The power isn't in the numbers, the real power is in the trends and patterns you see over time.

So here’s my question for you:
What would you want to know if you could “see into the future” of your business using your data? Hit reply and let me know.

Next time, we’ll talk about Action - because data is only useful if you actually use it to optimize and improve your marketing ecosystem.

Until then,

Ashley Clayton
CEO | Owner | Founder
Iterateology LLC
ashley@iterateology.com
iterateology.com

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P.S. Did you miss the last email? You can catch the whole Measurement Maturity Framework series on my Creator Profile with Kit. I'd love to hear your thoughts. If you could "see into the future" of your marketing performance, what would you want to know?

Iterateology

Ashley Clayton is the Founder and Marketing Measurement Expert at Iterateology, where she helps six-figure coaching CEOs build thriving, data-driven marketing ecosystems that grow sustainably. With 15+ years in tech, marketing, and analytics, she specializes in turning insights into strategies that attract, convert, and retain ideal clients. Ashley is also a Google Women Techmaker Ambassador, committed to empowering businesses with smarter, measurable marketing.

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