Playbook Strategies LLC

Great piece by MiNDPOP and Deanne Watt on the ROI of hiring fractional, especially for start ups. #fractional #coo #ceo #cao #startup https://lnkd.in/geyUYNwv

“So, what are you up to these days???” It’s one of our favorite questions from friends and former colleagues. After launching Playbook Strategies LLC last year, we had ideas about what our ideal work would look like but didn’t know if it would resonate. Like the guests on this Harvard Business Review podcast episode, we’ve found value in a combination of roles, especially including fractional executive leadership. https://lnkd.in/gDGarN6M Today, we’re working on a variety of engaging projects and in a handful of fractional roles. From active project management to strategy development to fractional leadership roles in start ups and organizations in transition, the work is meaningful and we are honored to be trusted with the responsibility. Curious? We’d love to share more! Reach out!

Reflecting on Year One: Three Key Learnings As we close out our first year in business, we're incredibly grateful to our clients for invaluable lessons. Here are three key takeaways shaping our approach in 2025: Beyond the Election Cycle: The world keeps moving forward, regardless of political tides. We've witnessed inspiring organizations tirelessly working for positive change, often navigating the challenging waters of political polarization. To our fellow donors, supporters, funders, and advocates: Let's extend grace and understanding to organizations striving for impact. Project Management Simplified: Complex methodologies aren't always the answer. We've found that streamlined project management approaches, paired with robust training and support, can be incredibly effective, especially for smaller organizations. If you feel overwhelmed by one of the 'brand name' approaches to project management, reach out - we can help. The Power of Clear Communication: Effective communication is paramount across all aspects of our work. It's about delivering concise messages through the most appropriate channels, ensuring they resonate with the intended audience. To those organizations who are bravely asking their audience "how can we best communicate with you in 2025?" we are excited to hear what you learn. ?? What key lessons did you learn this year?

As we celebrate, we are reminded that every Thanksgiving chef is also a project manager with their own playbook. Whether you’re calling the plays or racking up the assists, we are wishing each of you a warm and wonderful holiday. ???? We’re especially grateful this year for the clients who entrusted us to build and run their playbooks. Starting a new business is a leap of faith and from family to friends to new clients, we’re humbled by the outpouring of support we’ve felt. With gratitude, Meredith & Dan

Fast Company's Beth Jannery makes some great points about how fractional executive leadership can benefit any entity - from nonprofit to start up, mid-market to government. https://lnkd.in/gRZu4mfm Playbook Strategies LLC is here for all your fractional needs and special project. Reach out today! [email protected]

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Karina Mikhli offers a great quick summary of what a fractional hire offers. At Playbook Strategies LLC we specialize in fractional COO/CAO roles. If you’re wondering “how do we make this happen?” you may need a fractional operator. Reach out!

We’re excited to announce the formation of Playbook Strategies, led by seasoned operators Meredith Vadis and Dan Feehan. Playbook Strategies LLC is an innovative new consulting firm dedicated to providing fractional executive leadership to non-profit, for-profit, and governmental entities through the most exciting and challenging phases of growth, change, and reinvention. Bringing their considerable experience solving complex public policy problems, and hands-on history leading startup operations and mid-market business turnarounds, Dan and Meredith take pride in being more than advisors - they believe that every consultant should be a doer, too. Playbook Strategies was founded on the firm belief that hope is not a strategy and every project, organization and collective effort needs a playbook. What is a fractional executive? Fractional executives are seasoned c-suite leaders with a strong repeat track record of success. Fractional executives (COO, CEO, CAO, CFO, CTO, CMO, CHRO, etc) join a company in a part time and/or temporary capacity to provide experienced leadership and management, helping a company with periods of growth and change management. Playbook Strategies is a woman and veteran-owned small business. Have a challenge and need a new perspective? We’ve got a playbook for you - email us at [email protected] to get started today.

While this article doesn’t reach any earth-shattering conclusions, Harvard Business Review’s coverage of the expanding fractional leadership market is a sign of the times. Want to know more about how Playbook Strategies LLC can help clients from all sectors in a fractional capacity? Reach out! https://lnkd.in/dR3c2ZKP

Voyageur University Fractional Education and it's CEO John Arms are working to educate employers about how to hire and effectively utilize fractional workers while also teaching fractional workers how to provide their clients with the greatest value. Want to know more about how to engage with the fractional workforce? Check out the blog post below, co-authored by John and Playbook Strategies LLC Co-CEO Meredith Vadis.