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Top companies no longer want full-time executives—they want flexible leaders who deliver results without the overhead. The Fractional Edge is your blueprint for packaging your expertise as a part-time CxO and building a career on your own terms.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to define your scope, structure offers, and craft retainers that keep revenue consistent. You’ll discover onboarding strategies that establish authority from day one, as well as the key metrics that show your value clearly to small and mid-sized enterprises. Whether you’re a seasoned professional stepping into entrepreneurship or an executive seeking freedom and balance, this book reveals the systems and strategies to make you indispensable without sacrificing flexibility.
By the end, you’ll know how to confidently present yourself as a fractional leader, command premium pricing, and create a lifestyle where your expertise drives both company growth and your own freedom. It’s not about working less—it’s about working smarter, on your terms.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025
Celeste Rowan
The Fractional Edge
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1. Chapter 1
2. Chapter 1: The Rise of Fractional Leadership
3. Chapter 2: Defining Your Fractional Leadership Scope
4. Chapter 3: Structuring Your Offers
5. Chapter 4: Creating Effective Retainers for Consistent Revenue
6. Chapter 5: Executive Onboarding Strategies
7. Chapter 6: Leadership Offers That Attract Clients
8. Chapter 7: Key Business Metrics that Showcase Your Value
9. Chapter 8: Marketing Yourself as a Fractional Leader
10. Chapter 9: Balancing Work and Life as a Fractional Executive
11. Chapter 10: Building Lasting Client Relationships
12. Chapter 11: Case Studies of Successful Fractional Leaders
13. Chapter 12: Future Trends in Fractional Leadership
14. Chapter 1: The Rise of Fractional Leadership
15. Chapter 2: Defining Your Fractional Leadership Scope
16. Chapter 3: Structuring Your Offers
17. Chapter 4: Creating Effective Retainers for Consistent Revenue
18. Chapter 5: Executive Onboarding Strategies
19. Chapter 6: Leadership Offers That Attract Clients
20. Chapter 7: Key Business Metrics that Showcase Your Value
21. Chapter 8: Marketing Yourself as a Fractional Leader
22. Chapter 9: Balancing Work and Life as a Fractional Executive
23. Chapter 10: Building Lasting Client Relationships
24. Chapter 11: Case Studies of Successful Fractional Leaders
25. Chapter 12: Future Trends in Fractional Leadership
Table of Contents
Understanding Fractional Leadership
The Benefits of Fractional Leadership for Companies
How Fractional Leadership Benefits Executives
The Impact of Digital Transformation
Understanding Your Core Competencies
Defining Your Target Audience
Articulating Your Unique Value Proposition
Structuring Your Service Offerings
Setting Boundaries and Availability
Understanding Your Value Proposition
Crafting Package Offers
Pricing Strategies for Fractional Leadership
Developing Retainer Agreements
Understanding Retainers
Structuring Your Retainer Agreements
Delivering Value in Retainer Relationships
Negotiating Retainers with Clients
The Importance of a Strong Onboarding Process
Understand the Company Culture
Establish Clear Goals and Expectations
Build Relationships with Key Stakeholders
Create an Action Plan
Seek Feedback Regularly
Understanding Client Needs
Crafting Compelling Offers
Pricing Strategies for Fractional Leadership
Communicating Your Value Proposition
Creating a Marketing Strategy for Your Offers
Building Long-Term Relationships with Clients
Understanding Key Metrics
Financial Metrics
Operational Metrics
Customer-Centric Metrics
Presenting Metrics to Clients
Adjusting Metrics for Continuous Improvement
Understanding Your Unique Value Proposition
Building Your Personal Brand
Crafting Your Marketing Materials
Strategies for Lead Generation
Understanding Work-Life Balance
Effective Time Management Strategies
Self-Care Practices for Sustainability
Communicating Your Needs