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Fractional Marketing Services

Many medium-sized companies face the challenge of needing high-level marketing expertise but not having the budget or workload to justify hiring a full-time Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) or Vice President (VP) of Marketing. In such cases, bringing on a Fractional CMO or marketing VP can be a cost-effective and strategic solution. Trace Consulting is your affordable Fractional Marketing Solution that gives you the  flexibility and the expertise you need for your business and teams.

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Key benefits of hiring a Fractional Marketing Professional:​

  1. Cost-Effective: Fractional Marketing Professionals are typically hired on a part-time or contract basis, which can be more affordable than a full-time executive salary and benefits package.
     

  2. Expertise: Fractional Marketing Professionals often bring a wealth of experience and expertise from working with various companies across different industries. They can provide fresh insights and strategies to help your company grow.
     

  3. Flexibility: You can scale the Fractional Marketing Professaional's involvement up or down as needed, depending on your company's changing marketing needs and budget.
     

  4. Strategic Guidance: These experienced professionals can help you develop and execute a comprehensive marketing strategy tailored to your specific goals and challenges.
     

  5. Objectivity: Fractional Marketing Professionals can provide an unbiased perspective on your marketing efforts, which can be valuable for identifying and addressing weaknesses.
     

  6. Access to Networks: They often come with established networks and connections in the marketing industry, which can be leveraged for partnerships, collaborations, or finding the right talent.
     

  7. Project-Based Focus: If your company has specific marketing projects or campaigns, a fractional Marketing Professional can provide dedicated leadership for those initiatives without the long-term commitment of a full-time hire.
     

When considering hiring a Fractional Marketing Professional, it's important to define clear expectations, responsibilities, and goals to ensure a successful partnership. Additionally, selecting someone with a track record of success in your industry or a similar one can be especially beneficial.
 

Overall, the flexibility and expertise offered by fractional marketing executives can help medium-sized companies make strategic marketing decisions and drive growth without the financial burden of a full-time hire.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How is this different from hiring a marketing agency?

A: Agencies execute tactics; I provide strategic leadership. I work within your organization, develop your team, and focus on long-term growth rather than project-based deliverables.

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Q: What if I need more or fewer hours in a given month?

A: We build flexibility into every engagement. I can scale up during campaign launches or strategic initiatives, and scale back during maintenance periods.

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Q: Do you work on-site or remotely?

A: Primarily remote with quarterly on-site visits included. Additional on-site time available for critical projects, team workshops, or board presentations.

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Q: What tools and systems do you use?

A: I adapt to your existing tech stack while recommending optimizations. Experienced with all major marketing platforms, CRMs, and analytics tools.

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Q: How quickly can we get started?

A: Strategic consultations can begin within one week. Fractional partnerships typically launch within 2-3 weeks to allow for proper onboarding and discovery.

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Let's get started
Let's get started on the road to your marketing success. Call or email. Share some thoughts or ask questions or for some time to meet. I'm excited to meet you.

TRACY ZWILLING

Tel: 320-290-2518

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