How a Fractional COO Can Help a Remote Team Get Aligned
The following example illustrates how a fractional COO might help a fast-growing remote company. While the details are fictional, the methods and outcomes reflect what we commonly see in real client engagements. A fast-growing software company had a big problem. Their team was fully remote and spread across four time zones. Business was booming, but […]
Negatives of EOS: Common Problems and Risks
What is EOS and why do some companies struggle with it? The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is a business framework designed to bring structure, clarity, and accountability to growing companies. Many leaders use it to improve focus, simplify processes, and solve issues quickly. But EOS isn’t perfect for every business. While it works well for […]
Does EOS Work for Small Businesses?
The Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) is a business framework designed to bring clarity, structure, and focus to growing companies. It helps leaders organize their teams, track goals, solve issues, and grow with intention. Small business owners often wear many hats. EOS promises to help by creating simple systems, clearer roles, and better results. But does […]
What Goes in an EOS Scorecard (And How to Build One)
An EOS Scorecard is a weekly tool used by leadership teams. It helps track the most important numbers in a business. These numbers show if the team is on track to meet its goals. The Scorecard is part of the EOS system, also known as the Entrepreneurial Operating System. It gives leaders a clear view […]
Fractional COO vs EOS Integrator: What’s the Difference?
As companies grow, operational clarity becomes essential. Two popular solutions often emerge at this stage: the Fractional COO and the EOS Integrator. While both roles aim to improve execution, alignment, and team accountability, they take different approaches. One is based on flexible executive leadership and the other is rooted in a defined operational system. This […]
Fractional COO or Operations Consultant? Choosing the Right Fit
As your business grows in complexity, it becomes critical to bring in the right type of operational support. Two common options are the Fractional COO and the Operations Consultant. While both roles are designed to improve performance, their approach, level of involvement, and long-term impact are fundamentally different. Understanding how these roles compare will help […]
The First 90 Days With a Fractional COO: What to Expect
Bringing on a fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a pivotal move, especially for founders looking to scale without being consumed by daily operations. While fractional COOs typically work on a part-time basis, their impact is anything but small. The first 90 days with a fractional COO sets the tone for how quickly and effectively […]
Hiring a Fractional COO Before Series A? Here’s What You Need to Know
At the pre-Series A stage, founders are often stretched thin: they manage operations, prepare for investor meetings, and drive growth with limited resources. It’s a high-stakes phase, fueled by vision but often held back by bandwidth. That’s why more startups are turning to fractional COOs: senior operators who embed into your company part-time and bring […]
How a Fractional COO Helps Startups Scale Without Breaking the Bank
What Is a Fractional COO? A Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for turning vision into execution: overseeing operations, aligning departments, and ensuring teams are working toward defined business objectives. At startups, where resources are limited and speed matters, outsourced operations leadership such as a fractional COO offers this leadership on a focused, part-time basis. […]
Do I Need a Fractional COO? 7 Signs It’s Time
What is a Fractional COO? For many founders, growth brings complexity. A fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) steps in to operationalize that growth, usually on a 1 to 4 hour-per-day engagement. They embed with your leadership team to build systems, instill accountability, and make sure the business runs efficiently. It’s not about part-time oversight: it’s […]
