1. Set the geographic question before judging a channel
A report can become misleading when Arlington, Snohomish County, the broader Washington market, households, and individuals are treated as interchangeable. Arlington is recorded as a municipality in Snohomish County. A sound attribution discussion begins by separating Arlington-specific activity from countywide or wider Washington activity. Ask whether a landing page, referral, advertisement, or call should be evaluated as Arlington activity, Snohomish County activity, or part of a broader service area. Then preserve that distinction in reporting and in conversations about signed cases.
Recommended approach
Bring a written geographic definition to the consultation. Decide whether the firm wants to compare Arlington activity with other places it serves, or simply understand every journey regardless of location. Use observed inquiries, intake answers, consultations, and signed-case outcomes to evaluate what is actually happening.
