brave work research brief

fractional OPERATIONS + HR SUPPORT for growing companies

WHAT IS FRACTIONAL?

It’s literally hiring someone for a fraction of a full workweek. Fractional support like ours is more dedicated and embedded in your business than an hourly freelancer.

Instead of hiring a full-time person too early—or avoiding hiring altogether while the chaos multiplies—you get experienced support where it matters most.

Fractional support meets you where you are, adapts as you grow, and scales down or up as needed.

WHO FRACTIONAL support IS FOR

Fractional support is especially effective for:

  • Startups and small companies (10–150 employees)

  • Leaders feeling stretched by people decisions

  • Organizations growing faster than their systems

  • Teams experiencing early signs of burnout or chaos

If you’ve ever thought “We’re not big enough for a full-time hire, but this is getting messy,” you’re likely at the right moment.

HOW FRACTIONAL ENGAGEMENTS TYPICALLY WORK

Fractional engagements are tailored, but commonly include:

  • A monthly retainer based on scope and org size

  • A combination of strategic guidance + hands-on support

  • Regular leadership touchpoints

  • Ongoing prioritization as the company evolves

Some organizations work with us during a growth phase.

Others keep fractional support in place long-term as a steady backbone.