Field Notes
Where Sales Strategy Meets People Strategy
Practical, research-backed lessons on hiring, leadership, HR, and building sales organizations that produce predictable results.
Professional Services Growth Beyond Founder Referrals
A professional services firm can keep the strength of referrals while making growth easier to plan.
Fractional vs. Full-Time VP of Sales: A Financial Analysis
Weighing a fractional sales leader against a full-time executive hire? It’s not just about the base salary. We break down the hidden costs, ROI timelines, and exactly when a fractional VP of Sales is the smarter financial move to scale your revenue.
When to Hire Your First HR Person (and Why Most Ontario Businesses Wait Too Long)
Most Ontario businesses get the timing wrong on when to hire their first HR person, waiting for a headcount number instead of the moment people risk starts costing them. Here are the real triggers, and why a fractional HR executive often fits before a full-time hire does.