They're not competitors — they're sequential. Most organizations need the diagnosis before the ongoing hire.
| Staff Analysis | Fractional COO | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A one-time diagnostic | An ongoing operator |
| Output | 5 ranked moves + a map | Hands on the day-to-day |
| Timeline | 5 business days | Months, ongoing |
| Cost | $3,500, fixed | Monthly retainer |
| Best when | You need to know what to fix | You know, and need it run |
If you already know exactly what's broken and need someone to run the fix, a fractional COO is the move. If you're not certain where the real constraint is — or you're about to make an expensive hire to solve it — start with the diagnosis. Five days and a fixed fee buys you the map before you commit to a retainer.

Stop being the bottleneck. Get the read, get the five moves, and get back to building.
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