14 Mar 2025
By Bill Ellermeyer, Executive Career Strategist, Ellermeyer Connect The iconic CEO of GE, Jack Welch, once advised: “Change before you have to."   No Gold Watch The way we work today differs from how our parents used to work. It’s now uncommon to hear of someone retiring after 30-40 years with the same company and receiving a gold watch. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor… Read
22 Jan 2025
By David Urman, Fractional Chief Revenue Officer & Fractional Chief Legal Officer These are challenging times, and many have suddenly found themselves navigating the world of remote work. Personally, I’ve been working from home for about 25 years. In the early days, remote work was often synonymous with unemployment. Today, however, it is a credible, though still sometimes… Read
12 Dec 2024
By Bryan Janeczko, Fractional Chief Strategy Officer In today's dynamic business landscape, purpose-driven companies are not only making a positive impact on society but also achieving remarkable financial success. Recent data underscores this trend: Consumer Preference: A 2024 survey revealed that 64% of consumers are more likely to support brands that demonstrate a clear commitment… Read
14 Nov 2024
Ready to enhance your company's operations without the overhead of a full-time executive? Explore the GigX Network to find experienced fractional COOs who can help drive your success. Growing a business involves challenges that can overwhelm founders and CEOs, especially when it comes to streamlining operations and scaling efficiently. This is where a Fractional Chief Operating Officer… Read
24 Oct 2024
Growing a startup to its full potential is among the most challenging feats in business. According to smallbiztrends.com, 82 percent of businesses fail due to cash flow problems. This can be daunting for small businesses, as many CEOs juggle multiple roles to ensure all necessary tasks are completed. Navigating financial and operational challenges requires strong, experienced leaders… Read
25 Jul 2024
By Chuck Lee, Co-founder of the GigX Fractional CxO Network I attended a business conference in the mid-'90s where Roberto Goizueta, the Chairman and CEO of the Coca-Cola Company, was the keynote speaker. At that time, Goizueta was a rock star, transforming the company into one of the most celebrated global brands with unprecedented shareholder value. Approaching the podium, Goizueta… Read
11 Jul 2024
By Rich Cocuzzo, Fractional Chief Sales Officer Table of contents: Fee Models for Fractional Executives Consulting Fees vs Fractional Executives Fees Fee Models for Fractional Executives Comparison Conclusion   Fee Models for Fractional Executives There are several different fee models that you can employ as a fractional executive. The two most common are: An hourly rate A… Read
09 May 2024
By Robert Fitts, Fractional COO, CFO, CRO, CAO, CEO, COO, CTO & CSO Table of contents: The Paradox of Growth Recognizing the Danger Signs Bridging the Gap Charting the Course Cultivating a Growth Mindset Monitoring Progress Fine-Tuning for Success Conclusion   The Paradox of Growth We’re all familiar with quotes attributed to various people essentially saying that… Read
23 Aug 2022
By Paul White, Ph.D. In traditional employer-employee work settings, when team members feel valued and appreciated by their colleagues, significant positive effects on the workplace occur. Benefits include increased employee engagement, reduced staff turnover, greater productivity, and less conflict and negativity. But the question arises: does the concept of communicating appreciation… Read
03 Aug 2022
By Jeremiah Wanzell, Fractional CGO & CRO  There are so many DTC (direct to consumer) brands today that there are literally thousands of them. This explosion of brands is enabled because the barrier to entry is an absolute minimum. You no longer need a software development team to code your website or app to sell your products; nope, all you need is a Shopify account and you’re up… Read