The Executive Leverage Matrix
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The Economic Argument
Most companies hire full-time executives too early. They pay for capacity, but they need capability.
The Full-Time Trap
- ❌ Cost: £150k - £200k + Equity
- ❌ Time spent on Strategy: 20%
- ❌ Time spent on HR/Admin: 80%
- ❌ Risk: High (Hard to fire)
Result: You pay £120k for administration.
The Fractional Lever
- ✅ Cost: £60k - £90k (Fixed)
- ✅ Time spent on Strategy: 100%
- ✅ Time spent on HR/Admin: 0%
- ✅ Risk: Low (30-day notice)
Result: You pay only for impact.
The Decision Rule
Hire Full-Time when you need someone to manage people.
Hire Fractional when you need someone to manage value.
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