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Succeeding in Negotiations: A Fractional CFO’s Perspective on Contracts and Partnerships
The success of a business is often determined not just by what you sell, but by the terms of the agreements that govern your operations

The CFO as Talent Scout: Building a Stronger Finance Team from Within
For many mid-sized, privately held, or family-owned businesses, the finance department is a significant blind spot. While the team may be capable of handling day-to-day

The Human Element of Business: A CEO’s Perspective on Stakeholder Management
A CEO’s most valuable currency is trust, and this trust must be cultivated with every key stakeholder. It’s a fundamental part of the job description,

The 60-Day Sprint: A Fractional CEO’s Initial Approach to Driving Value
When a business is facing a critical juncture—whether it’s stagnant growth, operational inefficiencies, or a looming M&A transaction—there is no time to waste. As a

From CEO to Team Coach: How Modern Leadership Drives Employee Retention and Talent Development
The Physical Problem: Your company is struggling with high turnover, a lack of cohesive culture, and difficulty retaining top performers. You see a clear disconnect

The Great Upskilling: Why Your A-Players Need AI Literacy to Stay Competitive.
The Physical Problem: You know that AI is rapidly reshaping the business landscape, but you feel uncertain about how to effectively integrate it into your

The CEO’s M&A Checklist: What to Know Before You Sell Your Business
The Physical Problem: You’ve built a successful business from the ground up, but now you’re at a critical juncture: you want to sell, but the

Global Operations, Local Solutions: Brent Cranmer on Managing Multi-Site Manufacturing
Expanding to a global scale is a major milestone for any company, but it also introduces a new layer of complexity. Managing a large, multi-site