The Secret to Smarter Hiring: Tapping Fractional Executives for the Right Expertise, Right When You Need It

Fractional leader

The rise of the “fractional” executive—leaders who lend their expertise to multiple organizations on a part-time or project basis—marks a major shift in how top talent engages with growing companies. As businesses seek agility without sacrificing expertise, fractional roles are becoming a powerful alternative to full-time hires. In fact, a report found that temporary business…

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How McDonald’s and Skilltrade Are Transforming Workforce Education for America’s Frontline Employees
October 9, 2025

Work is changing fast. Automation and artificial intelligence aren’t just reshaping how we work—they’re redefining who gets access to opportunity in the first place. With frontline workers making up a significant share of the American workforce—and one in eight Americans having worked at McDonald’s—the discussion about education, skills, and upward mobility feels more urgent than…

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How to Build a Purpose-Driven Career in the Age of AI and Acceleration
October 9, 2025

In a world reshaped by AI, global connectivity, and relentless technological advancement, the pace of disruption has never been greater. Careers are being reinvented as industries transform, and individuals everywhere are being challenged to find meaning, adaptability, and creativity in their professional paths. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Gen Z and Millennial Survey, 86% of…

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The Secret to Smarter Hiring: Tapping Fractional Executives for the Right Expertise, Right When You Need It

Fractional leader

The rise of the “fractional” executive—leaders who lend their expertise to multiple organizations on a part-time or project basis—marks a major shift in how top talent engages with growing companies. As businesses seek agility without sacrificing expertise, fractional roles are becoming a powerful alternative to full-time hires. In fact, a report found that temporary business…

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Bitcoin
Alts Innovators: Joseph Kelly on Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency

After a year that put digital assets back in the headlines, long-term Bitcoin adoption is quietly compounding beneath the noise. Unchained reports helping “many thousands” of clients secure roughly $12B in Bitcoin via collaborative custody, while on-chain “HODL waves” data shows that ~60% of all Bitcoin typically hasn’t moved in a year or more,…

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Why Culture, Conscious Capitalism, and Purpose Beyond Profit Are Essential to Startup Accelerator Scalability

As the startup ecosystem continues to evolve, pitch competitions and startup accelerators are shaping the way founders connect with investors and communities. According to the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor data, U.S. entrepreneurial activity climbed to a record 19% in 2024—the highest level ever reported—highlighting just how fertile the ground is for platforms like CodeLaunch. This…

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Just Thinking
Just Thinking… About How NeuraPoints Equips Students and Teachers to Think Critically and Stay Engaged

Teachers today are facing a new reality: students have instant access to AI tools that can generate answers in seconds. The share of American teens using ChatGPT for assignments has climbed to 26%—twice as many as just two years ago. That shift raises urgent questions about how education should adapt for a generation that…

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Building Careers, Balancing Life: A CFO’s Journey from Public Accounting to Pipeline Construction

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of accountants and auditors will grow by about 5 percent between 2024 and 2034. That growth is fueled by a combination of factors: companies facing increasingly complex regulatory requirements, an expanding economy that requires financial oversight at every level, and ongoing retirements and career shifts that…

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Experts Talk
Fleet Lifecycle Management: Data, Safety Tech, and Timely Refreshes Cut Costs and Maintain Competitiveness
August 14, 2025

Volatile tariffs, inflationary pressures, and advances in fleet lifecycle management are forcing trucking executives to make strategic choices under uncertainty. The decision to replace or upgrade Class 8 trucks is no longer just about cost-per-month—it’s about lifecycle value, operational safety, compliance readiness, and long-term competitiveness. As the EV credit deadline approaches and OEMs release…

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Holistic Support in Higher Ed: Why Non-Traditional Students Need More Than Just Financial Aid
October 1, 2025

Non-traditional students—adult learners, student parents, veterans, and first-generation college-goers—are carrying heavier burdens than ever. Upswing’s 2024 Ana Insights Report found that nearly nine in ten students intended to complete a FAFSA application, while many also sought help with essentials like food, housing, and bill payments. Perhaps most concerning, students expressed declining confidence in higher…

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Business Services
Turning Strategy Into Scalable Growth: Why Executive Buy-In and Smart Target Lists Define ABM Success
September 30, 2025

In the noisy world of B2B marketing, it’s easy for strategies to come and go like passing trends. Yet one approach—account-based marketing—continues to prove it’s more than just a buzzword. Marketers who’ve leaned into ABM often describe it as transformative, reshaping how sales and marketing teams align around their most important customers. And the results…

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The Silent Health Crisis: Indoor Air Quality in Long-Term Care
July 28, 2025

The Silent Health Crisis: Indoor Air Quality in Long-Term Care Most nursing homes have infection control down to a science. They’ve got medication protocols that would make a hospital jealous. Fall prevention? They track every risk factor. But ask them about their air quality and you’ll likely get a puzzled look. That’s a problem, because…

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Podcast Episodes

Creating a Playbook for Pro Athlete’s Families: How Ladies Playbook Champions Empowerment for Women Off the Field
October 7, 2025

In today’s world of rapid transitions—career moves, geographic relocations, and shifting personal identities—community has become more than a comfort; it’s a lifeline. Studies show that strong social ties can increase well-being, reduce stress, and even improve physical health. For those navigating high-pressure environments, like the partners of professional athletes, having access to a supportive,…

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Leading Through Change: Dr. Kevin Stevenson on Workforce, Innovation, and the Future of Healthcare
October 1, 2025

Healthcare is at a critical turning point, where staffing pressures, shrinking reimbursements, and rising patient expectations are reshaping the future of healthcare. According to the AACN Nursing Workforce Fact Sheet, the federal government projects more than 203,000 new registered nurse positions will be created annually from 2021 to 2031, reflecting high demand from an…

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Beyond the Call: Volunteer Sacrifices and the Radios Powering Search & Rescue Missions in the Field
September 30, 2025

Search and rescue missions are often measured in minutes, where clear communication can mean the difference between life and death. In King County, Washington, search and rescue operations are powered primarily by volunteers—about 600 individuals alongside 16 sheriff’s deputies. Collectively, these volunteers respond to 150–200 missions per year, contribute more than 49,000 hours annually,…

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Icom Powers 3Y0K: Ham Radio’s Most Ambitious DXpedition to Remote Bouvet Island (Part 2)
September 30, 2025

Few places on Earth are as inaccessible—and as coveted by amateur radio operators—as Bouvet Island. Located in the South Atlantic, this uninhabitable rock has long been regarded as the “Mount Everest of DXpeditions.” According to the DXCC Most Wanted List, Bouvet ranks near the very top of sought-after contacts, making every attempt to activate…

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Lies I Taught in Medical School: Uncovering the Flaws in Conventional Medicine with Dr. Robert Lufkin

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Medical school taught Dr. Robert Lufkin the conventional wisdom of the healthcare system, but his experiences and research exposed deeper issues at play. In this episode of Healthcare Rethink, hosted by Brian Urban, the spotlight shines on Dr. Robert Lufkin, MD, the author of Lies I Taught in Medical School. The conversation centers around…

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