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Fractional Futures is the essential podcast for CEOs, investors, and senior marketing executives looking to unlock the power of fractional marketing leadership.

Hosted by Paul Mills, Founder at VCMO, and with special guests, we'll share expert insights, provide actionable strategies and explore real-world success stories to help you leverage fractional marketing leadership for maximum impact.

In this episode…
Paul Mills interviews Sofiane Morouche, a fractional CMO based in Thailand. They discuss the fractional leadership model, its appeal, and the challenges faced by fractional leaders. Sofiane shares his journey from traditional marketing to becoming a fractional CMO, the misconceptions surrounding the model, and the importance of integrating into client organizations. He emphasizes the flexibility and strategic advantages of fractional leadership, as well as its potential for growth in the future.

Special Guest
Sofiane Morouche, Fractional CMO, Growth Connect Thailand

Learn more about Growth Connect https://growthconnect.io/

Key takeaways

• To be a fractional leader, you need prior leadership experience.
• The fractional model allows working with multiple clients simultaneously.
• Fractional leadership is still developing in Asia compared to the US.
• Clients need to be open-minded about the fractional model.
• Fractional CMOs focus on strategy, not execution.
• Integration into client organizations is crucial for success.
• The fractional model offers flexibility for experienced professionals.
• Companies need to be financially stable to hire fractional leaders.
• The future of fractional leadership looks promising post-pandemic.
• Curiosity and openness are key for business leaders considering fractional CMOs.

Sound Bites

• "You need to have a bit of background."
• "I started in traditional marketing."
• "I came across the concept of fractional leader."

Contact VCMO

• Connect with the host on LinkedIn
• Tweet us at @VCMO_UK
• Email us at hi@vcmo.uk
• Visit our website vcmo.uk
• Phone us +44 (0) 331 630 9395

Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Fractional Marketing Leadership | Marketing Transformed.

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Fractional Futures is the essential podcast for CEOs, investors, and senior marketing executives looking to unlock the power of fractional marketing leadership.

Hosted by Paul Mills, Founder at VCMO, and with special guests, we'll share expert insights, provide actionable strategies and explore real-world success stories to help you leverage fractional marketing leadership for maximum impact.

In this episode…

In this episode of Fractional Futures, Paul Mills interviews Michelle Allbon, a Fractional Chief Revenue Officer based in New Zealand. They discuss Michelle's journey into fractional leadership, the challenges and opportunities it presents, and the current state of the fractional model in New Zealand compared to other regions. Michelle shares insights on the misconceptions surrounding fractional roles, the importance of understanding deliverables, and the future of fractional leadership as a sustainable work model. Additionally, they touch on the launch of the Fractional Directory, aimed at mapping and legitimizing the fractional community in New Zealand and beyond.

Special Guest
Michelle Allbon, CEO & Co-Founder The Fractional Directory

Learn more about the Fractional Directory https://www.fractional.co.nz/

Key takeaways

• Fractional leadership is often stumbled upon rather than planned.
• The fractional model allows for flexibility and work-life balance.
• New Zealand's fractional community is still in its early stages.
• Misconceptions about fractional roles can lead to mismatched expectations.
• Fractional leaders can deliver results in fewer hours than traditional roles.
• The demand for fractional leadership is growing post-COVID.
• Understanding deliverables is key to hiring fractional leaders.
• The fractional model is becoming more recognized globally.
• Technology integration is crucial for fractional leaders in all sectors.
• The future of work will likely include more fractional roles.

Sound Bites

• "I think it's a more stable way to build a career."
• "Fractional is just going to be what leadership is in the future."
• "It's a real de-risking model."

Contact VCMO

• Connect with the host on LinkedIn
• Tweet us at @VCMO_UK
• Email us at hi@vcmo.uk
• Visit our website vcmo.uk
• Phone us +44 (0) 331 630 9395

Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Fractional Marketing Leadership | Marketing Transformed.

Send us a text

Fractional Futures is the essential podcast for CEOs, investors, and senior marketing executives looking to unlock the power of fractional marketing leadership.

Hosted by Paul Mills, Founder at VCMO, and with special guests, we'll share expert insights, provide actionable strategies and explore real-world success stories to help you leverage fractional marketing leadership for maximum impact.


In this episode…

In this final episode of Season 1, Paul Mills and Dan Gwalter discuss common pitfalls associated with a portfolio career. They cover topics such as identifying growth traps, maintaining quality while scaling a service, financial management, planning for growth, and staying ahead of industry trends. Dan emphasizes the importance of finding time to build your brand and nurture relationships, rather than dedicating 100% of your time to one client. He also advises knowing your ideal client profile and being selective in order to avoid overcommitting. Paul and Dan also discuss the challenges of managing sustained growth and future-proofing your career in a competitive market.

Special Guest
Dan Gwalter, Founder No-Nonsense Leadership

Dan has kindly offered a complimentary 30 minute consultation to anyone who wants to know more about his fractional executive coaching service. You can book using this link.


Key Takeaways…

• Identify growth traps in a portfolio career and find time to build your brand and nurture relationships.
• Know your ideal client profile and be selective to avoid overcommitting.
• Maintain quality while scaling a service by prioritizing incumbent clients and developing processes to manage multiple clients simultaneously.
• Future-proof your career by creating value-based products, developing a safety net option for existing clients, and staying focused on your core offer.
• Stay ahead of industry trends by selectively pivoting and avoiding overloading your offering with too many skills and capabilities.

Sound Bites

• "You have to find time to build your brand, to nurture the existing relationships that you've created and to create new relationships."
• "Define your ideal customer in both directions, not just what they are, but what do they need and what does that mean for you?"
• "Your time is always best spent looking after incumbent clients because the cost of acquisition for new clients is so high."

Contact VCMO

• Connect with the host on LinkedIn
• Tweet us at @VCMO_UK
• Email us at hi@vcmo.uk
• Visit our website vcmo.uk
• Phone us +44 (0) 331 630 9395

Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Fractional Marketing Leadership | Marketing Transformed.