In today’s competitive business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking innovative strategies to not only acquire new customers but also maximize the value they bring over their entire relationship with the company.
In an article by Neil Patel, he claims that acquiring new customers is 7 times more expensive than keeping your current clientele.
Let’s deep dive into the concept of CLTV and how companies can leverage OKRs to increase it. So, let’s dive in and explore the powerful combination of CLTV and OKRs, unlocking the potential for long-term success and sustainable profitability in today’s customer-centric marketplace.
What is CLTV?
Customer Lifetime Value (CLTV), also known as Lifetime Value (LTV), is a metric used in marketing and customer relationship management to measure the total value a customer brings to a business over the entire duration of their relationship. CLTV estimates the potential revenue or profit that a customer will generate during their lifetime as a customer.
CLTV takes into account various factors such as customer acquisition costs, the average purchase value, purchase frequency, customer retention rate, and the duration of the customer relationship.
3 Components of Customer Lifetime Value
- Average Purchase Value: This refers to the average amount of money a customer spends during each transaction or purchase.
- Purchase Frequency: It represents the average number of purchases made by a customer within a specific time period, typically a year.
- Customer Lifespan: This is the average duration of the customer’s relationship with the business, often measured in months or years.
By understanding CLTV, businesses can focus their efforts on acquiring high-value customers, retaining existing customers, and increasing customer satisfaction. It also helps in evaluating the return on investment (ROI) of marketing campaigns and customer retention initiatives.