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Nov 2024
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The Growing Trend of Part-Time Executive...

Harvard Business Review
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Imagine you’re leading a small organization, but you’re struggling to recruit and afford the senior talent you need to grow. You could hire a part-time executive. So-called “fractional leadership” is common in startups and is spreading to other businesses and nonprofits. But while a fast-growing number of senior leaders seek this work arrangement, many compa ... Show More
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