Fractional Friday

January 3, 2025

TRIVIA QUESTION

What is the symbolic meaning behind the New Year's ball drop in Times Square?

A) Representing Time Passing
B) Symbolizing New Life and Renewal
C) Honoring Past Achievements
D) Counting Down the Clock

Check your answer at the bottom of the newsletter.

CEOs Often Feel Lonely. Here’s How They Can Cope.

CEOs often feel lonely not because they don't have friends or colleagues, but because of the weight of their leadership roles and the tough decisions they have to make—especially during crises. 

When things get tough, they turn to their board members, senior executives, or managers for support, but sometimes they feel like those people aren't equipped to help or that they can't agree on a plan. 

Learn about the six strategies that leaders can use to combat feelings of loneliness.

In this edition:
📆 The Charts That Help Make Sense of 2024
🤖 Top Cybersecurity Advice With Friends And Family
💻 What No One Tells You About Working At A Startup

The Charts That Help Make Sense of 2024

Although they don't capture everything that happened in 2024, seven charts highlight important themes and trends that influenced business, management, and the world. These charts remind us of what matters and what's at stake. 

Learn about the lessons we can learn from beer and boycotts, and what the future of work may look like.

Share This Top Cybersecurity Advice With Friends And Family

As we enter the New Year, take a moment to share some important cybersecurity advice with your loved ones. It’s a great time to help your loved ones make important improvements to their cybersecurity. While fixing the family printer is nice, sharing some basic security tips can help protect them from common online dangers.

Here’s some advice to share with your family.

What No One Tells You About Working At A Startup

Working at a startup involves rapid changes, wearing many hats, and navigating chaos, but it offers ownership, growth, and unique challenges while requiring emotional regulation, reflection, and balance to thrive.

This video emphasizes the perception versus the actual experience of working as an early employee at a startup.

ICYMI: Which Book Cover Would You Choose?

I’m really excited to give you a sneak peek of my upcoming book, "The Fractional Formula: The Fractional Executive's Guide to Predictable Growth." 

But I need your help first! Check out these cover options and let me know which one you would choose if you saw it on the shelf. 

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TRIVIA ANSWER

The answer is B) Symbolizing New Life and Renewal

The iconic New Year's ball drop in Times Square is a symbolic gesture that marks the transition from one year to the next. The descending ball represents the passing of time but symbolizes new life and renewal. As the ball drops on midnight, it reflects the collective hope and optimism for a fresh start, embodying the spirit of transformation and the desire for a better future.

That’s a wrap!

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

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