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The Increasing Rise of Fractional Hiring | FODcast Bonus Episode with Adrian Wakefield

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In the second of our FODcast ‘shorts’ with CEO, Tim Roedel, we’re excited to bring you another great discussion on the rising trend of fractional hiring with Adrian Wakefield, Co-Founder of The Digital WoW Group.
With over 35 years of experience in delivering technology and digital transformations, Adrian's journey spans from manufacturing and operations to tech leadership, including his role as CIO of a global tech organisation. Now at the forefront of fractional consulting, Adrian helps businesses leverage high-level expertise on a part-time basis – and was therefore a great guest to feature on the topic.
🔍 Discussion Highlights:

  • Drivers of Fractional Hiring Increase: Learn about the flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and access to specialised skills driving this trend.
  • Organisational Adaptation: Understand how businesses can navigate regulations, adjust roles, and manage operational people matters to integrate fractional leaders.
  • Characteristics of Effective Fractional Leaders: Discover the key traits of successful fractional leaders, including availability, expertise, strategic vision, and strong communication skills.
  • Future Outlook: Explore the long-term benefits of fractional hiring and its potential to become a permanent fixture in the business landscape.

Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of fractional hiring and its impact on digital transformation and business strategy.

Simply Commerce is the leading supplier of talent into digital commerce across technology, digital marketing, product, sales, and leadership.

Find our more about our approach and our services within digital commerce recruitment here: https://simply-commerce.co.uk/

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Chapters

1. The Increasing Rise of Fractional Hiring | FODcast Bonus Episode with Adrian Wakefield (00:00:00)

2. Why do you think fractional hiring is becoming more prevalent? (00:04:38)

3. Are the complexities around digital transformation driving the demand for fractional hiring? (00:07:44)

4. What do you think is the MAIN driver behind the increase in fractional hiring? (00:09:04)

5. What is your definition of 'fractional'? (00:11:20)

6. How is the organisational structure impacted with the introduction of fractional hires? (00:15:09)

7. When it comes to driving cultural change, does that play in to the role of a new fractional hire? (00:20:45)

8. What is the future for fractional? (00:24:26)

68 episodes

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Content provided by Tim Roedel and James Hodges, Tim Roedel, and James Hodges. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Tim Roedel and James Hodges, Tim Roedel, and James Hodges or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In the second of our FODcast ‘shorts’ with CEO, Tim Roedel, we’re excited to bring you another great discussion on the rising trend of fractional hiring with Adrian Wakefield, Co-Founder of The Digital WoW Group.
With over 35 years of experience in delivering technology and digital transformations, Adrian's journey spans from manufacturing and operations to tech leadership, including his role as CIO of a global tech organisation. Now at the forefront of fractional consulting, Adrian helps businesses leverage high-level expertise on a part-time basis – and was therefore a great guest to feature on the topic.
🔍 Discussion Highlights:

  • Drivers of Fractional Hiring Increase: Learn about the flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and access to specialised skills driving this trend.
  • Organisational Adaptation: Understand how businesses can navigate regulations, adjust roles, and manage operational people matters to integrate fractional leaders.
  • Characteristics of Effective Fractional Leaders: Discover the key traits of successful fractional leaders, including availability, expertise, strategic vision, and strong communication skills.
  • Future Outlook: Explore the long-term benefits of fractional hiring and its potential to become a permanent fixture in the business landscape.

Tune in now to gain a deeper understanding of fractional hiring and its impact on digital transformation and business strategy.

Simply Commerce is the leading supplier of talent into digital commerce across technology, digital marketing, product, sales, and leadership.

Find our more about our approach and our services within digital commerce recruitment here: https://simply-commerce.co.uk/

  continue reading

Chapters

1. The Increasing Rise of Fractional Hiring | FODcast Bonus Episode with Adrian Wakefield (00:00:00)

2. Why do you think fractional hiring is becoming more prevalent? (00:04:38)

3. Are the complexities around digital transformation driving the demand for fractional hiring? (00:07:44)

4. What do you think is the MAIN driver behind the increase in fractional hiring? (00:09:04)

5. What is your definition of 'fractional'? (00:11:20)

6. How is the organisational structure impacted with the introduction of fractional hires? (00:15:09)

7. When it comes to driving cultural change, does that play in to the role of a new fractional hire? (00:20:45)

8. What is the future for fractional? (00:24:26)

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