In this episode of Fractionals Unplugged, Jay Kingley speaks with Shelley Majors, a Fractional CHRO on the critical role of leadership in business, emphasizing the need for effective communication and the importance of treating employees well. She highlights the dangers of surrounding oneself with 'yes people' and the necessity for honest feedback in fostering a healthy workplace culture.

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In this episode of Fractionals Unplugged, Jay Kingley speaks with Jen Hamilton, founder of the Fractional COO Collective. They discuss the role of fractional COOs and integrators, the benefits of joining the community, and the challenges faced in business development. Jen shares her insights on the importance of support and mentorship for fractional COOs, as well as her plans for the future of the collective, including a new podcast to advocate for the profession.

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In this episode of Fractionals Unplugged, Jay Kingley speaks with Rebecca Kushner, a Fractional CFO specializing in helping health and wellness practitioners navigate their financial challenges. They discuss the common issues practitioners face, including pricing, client volume, and overhead costs. Rebecca emphasizes the importance of understanding financial metrics to make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth. The conversation also touches on the impact of industry consolidation and the misconceptions practitioners have about growth. Rebecca shares actionable steps for practitioners to improve their financial clarity and outlines her journey to becoming a financial educator.

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In this episode of Fractionals Unplugged, Jay Kingley and Oleksii Lunkov discuss the challenges faced by early to mid-stage companies in the e-commerce sector. Oleksii shares insights on the importance of understanding revenue growth, identifying root causes of e-commerce issues, and the necessity of balancing basic e-commerce practices with unique brand elements. He emphasizes the role of a strong team and leadership in overcoming struggles and achieving success in a competitive digital market.

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In this episode of Fractionals Unplugged, Jay Kingley speaks with Tom Dillon, a Fractional CFO specializing in helping businesses navigate financial challenges. They discuss the concept of 'sweaty startups', the importance of understanding cash flow, and the role of finance in driving business growth. Tom emphasizes the need for transparency and leadership in addressing key business problems and shares insights on building a successful team for the future.

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Jay Kingley interviews Ashish Nanavati, a data-driven fractional marketer. They discuss the importance of understanding ideal client profiles (ICPs), the urgent problems startups face, and the challenges in achieving desired outcomes. Ashish emphasizes the need to identify root causes of marketing struggles, break down silos within organizations, and implement growth loop structures. He also shares his personal journey, including a life-threatening surgery that led him to consulting work, and his focus on leveraging AI in marketing for future growth.

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Jess Schultz, a Fractional CRO/CMO, talks about the challenges faced by founders of B2B SaaS companies as they transition from founder-led sales to a more structured go-to-market strategy. Jess and Jay discuss the emotional toll on founders, common mistakes in scaling sales, and the importance of understanding the ideal client profile. Jessica shares her insights on identifying root causes of revenue issues and offers strategies for effective execution while emphasizing the need for alignment within teams.

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Russell Lookadoo, a Fractional Chief HR Officer, talks about the challenges small business owners face in hiring and managing staff. Russell shares insights on the importance of emotional connection in leadership, the pain points of hiring, and the need for clear communication and strategic planning. He emphasizes the significance of understanding one's ideal client profile and the necessity of creating a supportive work environment that fosters growth and innovation.

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