#EP06 How to Hire an Executive Assistant For Your Fractional Practice (The 2026 Delegation Guide)

#EP07 How Fractional Leaders Win Clients on LinkedIn with Nathanial Bibby

In this episode of The Fractional Practice Podcast, I sit down with Nathanial Bibby to discuss how fractional executives can win clients on LinkedIn. We break down a practical, relationship-first approach to LinkedIn client acquisition, without chasing followers or relying on spam outreach. We cover: * How fractional CFOs, CMOs and CROs can generate clients on LinkedIn * Why relationships matter more than reach * Moving conversations from LinkedIn to real business * The role of video in building authority * How to focus on the small percentage of buyers who are ready If you are building a fractional practice and want a smarter way to grow your client base, this episode offers practical insight grounded in real experience. Guest Links: Website: https://nathanialbibby.com/ [https://nathanialbibby.com/] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanialbibby/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanialbibby/] -- Learn more at https://fractionalpractice.com [https://fractionalpractice.com]

#EP06 How to Hire an Executive Assistant For Your Fractional Practice (The 2026 Delegation Guide)

When should a fractional executive hire an executive assistant? Many fractional leaders are exceptional operators inside client businesses, yet inside their own practice they delay delegation. They manage their own admin, calendar, follow-ups, and business development, slowly becoming the bottleneck. In this episode, Jag Jassel speaks with Francesca Moi, founder of Empowering Virtual Solutions, about when it actually makes sense to hire support. They discuss what to delegate first, common hiring mistakes, onboarding structure, security concerns, and how building the right support system changes both the practice and the lifestyle of a fractional leader. If you are building a serious fractional practice, this conversation will help you think more structurally about delegation. Learn more at https://fractionalpractice.com [https://fractionalpractice.com] ---------------------------------------- Guest: Francesca Moi Founder, Empowering Virtual Solutions Website [https://empoweringvirtualsolution.com/] 100 Tasks to Delegate to a Virtual Assistant [https://francescamoi.pages.ontraport.net/va-tasks-guide] The Level Up Business Conference 2026 [https://empoweringvirtualsolution.com/level-up-business-conference-2026/] If you are building a serious fractional practice, this conversation will help you think more structurally about delegation.

#EP05 Why Senior Executives Fail When They Go Fractional (And How to Avoid It) | David King

Fractional leadership is often mistaken for consulting. That misunderstanding is why many experienced executives struggle when they leave corporate roles. In this episode of The Fractional Practice Podcast, David King, CEO of CFO Centre (Australia and New Zealand), explains what actually makes fractional work succeed. We cover mindset shifts, outcome ownership, long-term authority, and why fractional roles require a different operating model than consulting. Essential listening for CFOs and senior executives building a professional fractional practice. Learn more at https://fractionalpractice.com [https://fractionalpractice.com]

#EP04 Employee Thinking Is Killing Your Fractional Practice | Rob Nicholls

Most experienced executives don’t fail at fractional work because they lack skill. They fail because they never stop thinking like employees. In this episode of The Fractional Practice Podcast, Jag Jassel is joined by Rob Nicholls, a UK-based Fractional CFO, Non-Executive Director, and Board Advisor with over 30 years of experience across the US and UK. Together, they unpack the real identity shift required to build a sustainable fractional practice, not a fragile portfolio dependent on luck, underpricing, or third-party intermediaries. This conversation covers: * Why employee thinking quietly undermines fractional practices * The difference between being hired and being trusted * How many clients a fractional executive can realistically sustain * Why owning the client relationship is non-negotiable * The hidden cost of fractional brokerages * How experienced leaders should think about pricing, value, and leverage This episode is essential listening for executives exploring fractional work, portfolio careers, or independent advisory roles who want long-term control, credibility, and stability. Next steps for serious fractional leaders: Download the Fractional Practice Whitepaper → https://fractionalpractice.com [https://fractionalpractice.com] Take the Online Fractional Practice Readiness Assessment → https://fractionalpractice.com/assess [https://fractionalpractice.com/assessment]... [https://fractionalpractice.com/assessment] View the Fractional Practice Overview → https://fractionalpractice.com/overview [https://fractionalpractice.com/overview]

#EP03 How to WIN in Your Fractional Practice in 2026 | Jag Jassel

Fractional work is evolving fast. More executives are entering the market, clients are better informed, and experience alone is no longer enough to stand out. In this episode, Jag Jassel breaks down what it actually takes to win in fractional practice in 2026. Drawing on conversations with hundreds of fractional leaders, this episode focuses on the structural shifts separating serious practices from those that stall or burn out. This is not career advice or theory. It’s a practical discussion about how experienced executives operate fractional leadership as a real practice, not a series of short-term roles. You’ll learn: * Why fractional work is becoming more competitive * The difference between operating like an employee vs owning a practice * How to design authority instead of renegotiating it * Why intellectual property matters more than time or day rates * How to work across multiple clients without losing control * What clients actually look for when choosing a fractional leader This episode is for experienced executives building or refining a serious fractional practice across CFO, COO, CMO, CRO, and CTO roles. Next steps for serious fractional leaders: Download the Fractional Practice Whitepaper → https://fractionalpractice.com [https://fractionalpractice.com] Take the Online Fractional Practice Readiness Assessment → https://fractionalpractice.com/assessment [https://fractionalpractice.com/assessment] View the Fractional Practice Overview → https://fractionalpractice.com/overview [https://fractionalpractice.com/overview]