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A fractional Chief of Staff is a part-time strategic operator who extends the CEO's capacity — managing cross-functional projects, driving strategic initiatives, and ensuring organizational alignment.
The Chief of Staff role has exploded in popularity at startups and growth-stage companies. A fractional Chief of Staff gives founders the strategic leverage of this role without the full-time commitment.
Fractional Chiefs of Staff typically manage strategic projects, coordinate across departments, prepare board materials, run leadership meetings, and handle the high-priority work that doesn't fit neatly into any other role. They're the founder's force multiplier.
This role is ideal for founders who find themselves spread too thin across strategic initiatives. A fractional Chief of Staff takes ownership of the projects and processes that would otherwise fall through the cracks or keep the founder stuck in execution mode.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a fractional Chief of Staff do?
A fractional Chief of Staff manages strategic projects, coordinates across teams, prepares board materials, runs leadership meetings, and handles high-priority initiatives on behalf of the CEO.
How is a Chief of Staff different from a COO?
A COO owns ongoing operations and typically manages departments. A Chief of Staff focuses on strategic projects, cross-functional coordination, and extending the CEO's personal capacity.
How much does a fractional Chief of Staff cost?
Fractional Chiefs of Staff typically charge $2,500-$8,000 per month depending on hours and scope. Full-time Chiefs of Staff earn $120K-$200K annually.
What size company hires a fractional Chief of Staff?
Companies with 10-100 employees are the sweet spot. Large enough to have cross-functional complexity, but small enough that the CEO is still involved in execution.
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