The Fractional Leadership Blog

Expert insights on fractional executive hiring, costs, strategy, and the future of flexible leadership.

Guide

What Is a Fractional CFO? The Complete Guide for 2026

A comprehensive guide to fractional CFOs — what they do, who needs one, how much they cost, and how to find the right fit for your business.

10 min read · February 2026
Strategy

Fractional vs. Full-Time Executive: How to Decide

Not every company needs a full-time C-suite. Learn when fractional leadership makes more sense — and when it's time to hire permanently.

9 min read · February 2026
Cost Guide

How Much Does a Fractional CMO Cost in 2026?

Breaking down fractional CMO pricing — hourly rates, monthly retainers, project fees, and what drives cost differences across industries.

8 min read · January 2026
Technology

5 Signs Your Startup Needs a Fractional CTO

Technical debt piling up? Struggling to hire engineers? Here are the signals that it's time to bring in a fractional CTO.

7 min read · January 2026
People

The Rise of the Fractional CHRO: HR Leadership on Demand

HR strategy is too important to ignore and too expensive to staff full-time at many companies. Enter the fractional CHRO — and why demand is surging.

8 min read · December 2025
Revenue

How a Fractional CRO Can Transform Your Revenue Pipeline

Discover how fractional CROs transform revenue operations at growth-stage B2B companies — and the playbook they use to accelerate pipeline.

9 min read · December 2025
Operations

What Does a Fractional COO Do? Roles and Responsibilities

A clear breakdown of fractional COO responsibilities — from process optimization to team alignment — and when your business needs one.

8 min read · November 2025
Hiring

10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Fractional Executive

The essential interview questions and evaluation criteria for selecting the right fractional executive for your business.

8 min read · November 2025
Technology

Fractional CIO: When Your Business Needs Technology Leadership

A fractional CIO brings strategic IT leadership to mid-sized companies. Learn when you need one and what they deliver.

7 min read · November 2025
Finance

The Fractional Executive Compensation Guide: Rates by Role

A comprehensive breakdown of fractional executive rates across every C-suite role — CFO, CMO, CTO, COO, CHRO, CIO, and CRO.

9 min read · October 2025
Industry

How PE Firms Use Fractional Executives in Portfolio Companies

Private equity firms are among the biggest users of fractional executives. Learn how they deploy fractional talent across their portfolio companies.

8 min read · October 2025
Career

Building a Fractional Executive Practice: A Step-by-Step Guide

A practical guide for experienced executives who want to build a successful fractional practice — from positioning to pricing to finding clients.

10 min read · September 2025
Trends

Remote vs. On-Site: How Fractional Executives Work in 2026

How has remote work changed fractional executive engagements? We explore the hybrid models, tools, and best practices defining 2026.

7 min read · September 2025
SaaS

Why SaaS Companies Are Embracing Fractional Leadership

SaaS companies are the most active adopters of fractional executives. Here's why the model fits the SaaS business model so well.

8 min read · August 2025
Legal

The Fractional Executive Contract: What to Include

A practical guide to structuring fractional executive contracts — from scope and payment to IP, confidentiality, and termination clauses.

8 min read · August 2025
Nonprofit

Fractional Leadership for Nonprofits: Affordable C-Suite Talent

How nonprofits can access executive-level financial, marketing, and operational leadership through fractional engagement — without the full-time cost.

7 min read · July 2025
Career

How to Transition from Full-Time to Fractional Executive

A practical roadmap for experienced executives considering the leap from full-time employment to fractional practice — including the financial planning involved.

9 min read · July 2025
Analytics

Measuring ROI: Is Your Fractional Executive Worth It?

How to evaluate the return on investment from your fractional executive engagement with practical measurement frameworks.

8 min read · June 2025
Trends

The Future of Work: Why Fractional Is the New Normal

The fractional executive model isn't a trend — it's a structural shift in how companies access leadership. Here's what's driving the change.

8 min read · June 2025
Hiring

Fractional Executive Red Flags: How to Spot a Bad Fit

Not every fractional executive is right for every company. Here are the warning signs to watch for — before, during, and after hiring.

8 min read · May 2025

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