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In-depth guides on hiring, cost, and career decisions in the fractional executive space. Written for founders, operators, and experienced executives — not for clicks.

Role Guide · Featured

What Does a Fractional CTO Actually Do? (A Founder's Honest Guide)

The title gets misused constantly. Here's what a real fractional CTO engagement looks like week-to-week, what they own, what they don't, and when you actually need one.

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9 min readMarch 15, 2026

Comparisons

Fractional CTO vs Full-Time CTO: A Founder's Decision Framework

Neither is universally better. Here are the five variables that should drive your decision, with specific thresholds for each.

8 min readMarch 5, 2026

Hiring

How to Hire a Fractional CMO: The Process That Avoids Expensive Mistakes

Most companies get this wrong by starting with the search, not the brief. Here's a step-by-step process that produces a hire you'll actually keep.

11 min readFebruary 28, 2026

Career

Transitioning From Full-Time to Fractional Executive: What Nobody Tells You

The income math, the client acquisition reality, the operational setup, and the psychological adjustment. Written for executives who are seriously considering the move.

12 min readFebruary 20, 2026

Role Guide

Why PE Portfolio Companies Are Turning to Fractional CFOs

Private equity firms are increasingly placing fractional CFOs in their portfolio companies. Here's the economic logic, the risk profile, and how to structure the engagement.

6 min readFebruary 14, 2026

Comparisons

Fractional Executive vs Management Consultant: The Difference That Matters

They charge similar amounts and sometimes do similar work. The distinction that determines whether you hire one or the other: accountability, integration, and outcome ownership.

7 min readFebruary 8, 2026

Career

Building a Fractional Executive Profile That Generates Inbound Clients

Most fractional executive profiles read like LinkedIn resumes. Here's what makes the difference between a profile that generates inquiries and one that doesn't.

8 min readFebruary 2, 2026