Here's what Monday looks like
A peek inside a typical issue of the Fractional Executive Brief.
| Role | Listings | Avg Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Fractional CFO | 864 | $65/hr |
| Fractional CMO | 712 | $58/hr |
| Fractional CTO | 648 | $72/hr |
| Fractional COO | 524 | $55/hr |
| Fractional CHRO | 318 | $52/hr |
| Metro | Listings |
|---|---|
| New York | 349 |
| Los Angeles | 346 |
| Washington DC | 52 |
| San Francisco | 51 |
| Seattle | 44 |
Every issue covers
Built from live job data, updated every week.
Market Snapshot
Total active listings, week-over-week changes, and which roles are gaining or losing demand.
Rate Benchmarks
Average rates by role, Fractional CFO vs CMO vs CTO, from real job postings, updated weekly.
Metro Spotlight
Which cities have the most fractional opportunities. NYC, LA, SF, DC, tracked by listing volume.
Hiring Signals
Growth hires vs turnaround roles. Equity mentions. Enterprise vs SMB. The patterns that tell you where demand is headed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often does the newsletter go out?
Every Monday morning. Consistent, predictable, never spammy.
Is it free?
Yes. The Fractional Executive Brief is free. We may offer premium data products in the future, but the core newsletter stays free.
Where does the data come from?
We scrape and analyze live job postings every week from Indeed, FractionalJobs.io, and The Free Agent. Rate data comes from posted ranges, not self-reported surveys.
Can I suggest topics or contribute?
Absolutely. Reply to any issue or email hello@fractionalpulse.com.
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