Posts tagged executive
The Art and Science of Matching Fractional Executives with CEOs

What began as a niche solution—one executive helping a founder “on the side”—has matured into a vibrant marketplace. Yet, with growth comes competition, confusion, and hiring mistakes that can derail results before they begin.

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Nobody Is Born a Fractional Executive

No executive is born to be a Fractional. They become them - usually because they’re exceptional subject‑matter experts with deep domain credibility. Being a fractional executive, though, doesn’t mean you already know how to build and run a sustainable business around yourself.

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Hanging Out Your Shingle: A Rite of Passage for Fractional Executives

In the world of independent professionals and fractional executives, one phrase echoes with both tradition and boldness: “I’ve decided to hang out my shingle.” It’s a declaration of independence, a signal to the market, and a commitment to charting one’s own course.

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When Is a Fractional Executive the Right Fit?

The rise of fractional executives—seasoned C-suite leaders working part-time across multiple organizations—offers a compelling strategy alternative for companies navigating growth, transition, or strategic shifts. While this model brings agility and expertise, it isn't a universal solution.

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How Are Executive Jobs Valued—and Why Sales Leadership Gets Compensated Differently

Executive compensation is shaped by a combination of market dynamics, perceived value creation, and the risk/reward trade-offs inherent to each role. Here's a closer look at how different leadership functions are valued—and why senior sales leaders often stand apart in terms of earnings potential.

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Say Yes to the Mess

Economic uncertainty is back in full swing—and if we’re honest, it never truly left. Rising interest rates, geopolitical instability, sticky inflation, and increasingly cautious customers have created what many are calling a "mess" in the U.S. economy.

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Managing the Unmanageable: How to Handle Unreasonable Client Expectations

Every fractional executive eventually encounters the same scenario: a well-meaning client, confident and optimistic, presents a goal so unrealistic it could make Don Quixote blush.

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“How Much Is It?” – Answering the Hardest First Question in Executive Search

“How much is it?” It’s a fair question. But when it comes at the very start—before any discussion of process, deliverables, or outcomes—it presents a challenge.

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You Get What You Pay For

When it comes to leadership, there’s no room for compromise. The stakes are too high, and the potential cost of missteps is far greater than the upfront savings of hiring cheap talent.

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The State of Fractional Executives Around the World

North America and Western Europe are leading the way. And as globalization and digital transformation continue, the demand for flexible executive talent growing, leading to broader adoption worldwide.

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