Fractional Friday

Oct 18, 2024

TRIVIA QUESTION

What percentage of employees admit to daydreaming during meetings?

A) 51%
B) 71%
C) 91%
D) 99%

Check your answer at the bottom of the newsletter.

4 Traps to Avoid as You Transition into a Leadership Role

What you do before stepping into a leadership role is vital for your success in the first 90 days and beyond. While it may be tempting to lean on your past experiences and what has worked for you, this approach can lead to misguided conclusions and an incorrect path forward.

Read this HBR article to learn what it takes to succeed in your new role.

In this edition:
💼 How To Embrace The Ceo Role: An Interview With Daniel Vasella
💰 I’m Looking For Funding To Grow My Small Business – Where Do I Start?
🤝 Annie Dean: Successful Teams Innovate How They Work

How To Embrace The CEO Role: An Interview With Daniel Vasella

The top leadership role can be challenging, but as the former Novartis CEO points out, leaders can enjoy the competitive aspect while developing the personal qualities necessary to succeed and inspire their organization.

Learn why being a CEO is still “the best job you can have.”

I’m Looking For Funding To Grow My Small Business – Where Do I Start?

The Globe and Mail asked Amoye Henry, founder of Pitch Better and general partner of FoundHers Innovation Labs, to tackle this question.

Read why it’s important to build relationships with investors before you make your funding asks.

Annie Dean: Successful Teams Innovate How They Work I Atlassian

Ninety-three percent of Fortune 500 executives said their teams could accomplish the same outcomes in half the time if they collaborate more effectively, according to Atlassian's State of Teams 2024 research. 

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TRIVIA ANSWER

The answer is C) 91%

It seems that regardless of company size, employees can’t resist drifting off when the agenda drags on! According to Atlassian, today’s employees attend an average of eight meetings per week. During those meetings, 91% of meeting participants daydreamed.

That’s a wrap!

Best regards,
Sue Mysko
Founder, Hire A Fractional and Fractional In A Box

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