Frequently Asked Questions


About Our Services

What does a Fractional COO do?

A Fractional Chief Operating Officer (COO) provides executive-level operational leadership on a part-time or project basis. They help small and mid-sized businesses scale by streamlining processes, aligning teams, and implementing proven frameworks like EOS® (Entrepreneurial Operating System) or OKRs.

At OptimizedExecs, our Fractional COOs focus on:

  • Improving efficiency and reducing operational bottlenecks

  • Driving growth with clear metrics and accountability

  • Building strong systems so the CEO can focus on vision and strategy

When should my business hire a Fractional COO?

You may need a Fractional COO if:

  • Your business is growing quickly and your team is stretched thin

  • You lack processes and systems to support scale

  • You're spending too much time in the weeds instead of leading strategically

  • You need a second-in-command but aren’t ready for a full-time executive salary

Hiring a Fractional COO gives you expert leadership without the long-term cost of a full-time hire.

What is an EOS Integrator™ and how do they help businesses?

An EOS Integrator™ is a key leadership role within the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). They work alongside the Visionary (often the CEO) to turn ideas into action by:

  • Running leadership meetings like Level 10 (L10)

  • Managing accountability and scorecards

  • Aligning people, processes, and priorities

  • Driving execution on the company’s Vision/Traction Organizer (V/TO)

OptimizedExecs provides Fractional Integrator™ services to help companies maximize EOS implementation and create measurable results.

What is the difference between a Fractional COO and an EOS Integrator™?

While both roles focus on strategy and operations, there are key differences:

  • Fractional COO: Broader focus on operational leadership, systems, and long-term scaling strategies.

  • EOS Integrator™: Specific to implementing EOS, managing the leadership team, and ensuring EOS tools like scorecards and rocks are executed properly.

Many businesses benefit from a hybrid role, where the Integrator™ also acts as a Fractional COO.

What industries does OptimizedExecs serve?

We partner with small-to-mid-sized businesses (SMBs) across a variety of industries, including:

  • Government contracting – navigating compliance and scaling delivery teams

  • Technology and IT services – optimizing workflows and tech stacks

  • Logistics and manufacturing – improving processes and throughput

  • Marketing and creative agencies – building scalable systems to manage clients and growth

  • Professional services firms – aligning teams and performance metrics

  • Education and youth programs – scaling programs and tracking outcomes

Our cross-functional expertise allows us to create custom solutions that fit each client’s unique challenges, regardless of industry.

Strategic Planning & Frameworks

What are OKRs and why are they important?

OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) are a proven goal-setting framework used by companies like Google, Intel, and LinkedIn to align teams and drive measurable business outcomes.

Benefits of OKRs include:

  • Clear alignment between strategy and daily execution

  • Focus on measurable results, not just activity

  • Improved transparency and accountability across teams

OptimizedExecs offers OKR coaching to help companies simplify and sustain this powerful framework.

What is your Strategic Elevation Framework?

Our Strategic Elevation Framework is a four-phase process designed to diagnose, design, and implement the changes needed to take your business to the next level:

  1. Evaluate – Assess current performance, challenges, and opportunities

  2. Engineer – Create actionable plans for improvement

  3. Execute – Implement new systems and processes for traction

  4. Elevate – Scale sustainably with ongoing support

This framework combines business consulting best practices with real-time execution for rapid results.

Engagement Details

How does a fractional engagement work?

Our fractional services are flexible and tailored to your business needs:

  • Part-time or project-based involvement

  • Weekly leadership meetings and async support

  • Transparent progress tracking through tools like ClickUp and Asana

  • Affordable pricing compared to a full-time executive

This model provides executive expertise without long-term overhead.

What size businesses do you work with?

We work primarily with small and mid-sized businesses (1–250 employees) who are ready to scale but need help aligning people, processes, and tools.

Common client profiles include:

  • Fast-growing companies struggling with operational chaos

  • Established businesses implementing EOS for the first time

  • CEOs looking to delegate execution while staying focused on vision

How do I know if OptimizedExecs is right for my business?

If you’re a business leader who feels:

  • Frustrated by inefficiencies or lack of traction

  • Overwhelmed by day-to-day operations

  • Ready to grow, but unsure how to get there

…then OptimizedExecs can help.
Our proven frameworks create clarity, focus, and measurable results so you can lead with confidence.

Getting Started

What is the first step to working with OptimizedExecs?

We start with a discovery call to learn about your business, challenges, and goals.
From there, we recommend the best-fit engagement model, whether it’s:

  • Fractional COO

  • EOS Integrator™

  • OKR Coaching

  • A full Strategic Elevation engagement

Book a free consultation today to gain clarity on your next steps.

How quickly can I expect results?

Many clients begin seeing improvements within the first 30 days, especially with EOS implementations or OKR coaching.
Full transformation through our Strategic Elevation Framework typically takes 90 days, with continued progress over 6–12 months.