Fractional CMO Show
The Fractional CMO Show, hosted by Casey Stanton, explores the growing industry of fractional chief marketing officers. It discusses how marketers can solve bigger problems, earn higher paychecks, and create a better lifestyle by serving companies as fractional CMOs. The show is sponsored by CMOx, a company that teaches how to attract and serve high-paying fractional CMO clients.
Episodes
What AI Tools I'm Using Right Now - Part 2
Casey runs 11 Claude Code windows at once right now, across four live projects, with an orchestrator agent coordinating domain-specific agents below it. This episode gets specific: the exact folder structure, the soul.md file that makes an AI agent actually behave, and the real reason his wife's agentic work started going sideways before they fixed it on a Friday. But the AI stack is only half the
Meat Proxy
AI is eating marketing from the bottom up, and most marketers don't see what that actually means for their career. Casey isn't talking about AI replacing creativity or strategy in some distant future, he's talking about what's already happening inside companies right now, where a single marketing coordinator armed with Claude is lobbing what one executive called 'slop grenades' into the business,
The AI Tools I Actually Use as a Fractional CMO
Right now, experienced marketers are spending hundreds of dollars a month on AI tools they barely use, or bouncing between platforms every time a new model drops, and wondering why they're not getting more out of any of it. In this episode, Casey breaks down the exact AI stack he runs today as a fractional CMO, including why he has 12 Claude Code windows open at any given moment, why he thinks the
The AI Turning Point Every Fractional CMO Needs to See Coming
The primary sources that marketers have relied on for years are quietly disappearing from AI. News organizations, forums, and media companies are locking down their content from the bots that power the tools everyone is rushing to adopt. What that means for how you serve clients, and for your own relevance, is something most fractional CMOs haven't thought through yet. This episode digs into why t
Your Experience is Expiring
Are you actually worth what you're getting paid? It's a question most senior marketers never ask themselves honestly, and the answer is getting harder to dodge as the tools, the tactics, and the competition all shift beneath your feet. This episode opens with a provocation aimed squarely at the folks making $200K, $300K, $400K a year, and asks whether the experience behind that number is still cur
When Vibe Coding Breaks, The CMO Pays For It
When a developer ships AI-generated code that quietly starts misfiring, the technical team moves on. What's left is a customer experience problem, a reputation problem, and a relationship problem. All of which land in the lap of the one person who wasn't even in the room when the code got written. This episode gets into why that's happening more often than anyone wants to admit, and what fractiona
Calling Yourself a Fractional CMO is Stupid?
Someone wrote a blog post arguing that calling yourself a Fractional CMO is pricing yourself out of the market. The argument isn't wrong, exactly, it's just aimed at the wrong target. What gets unpacked is the real question underneath the debate: what kind of problems do you want to solve, and for whom? The episode traces the difference between companies that need a web designer and companies that
Ask What Won't Change
The marketing industry is fracturing fast, and the break isn't happening where most people are looking. The bottom is getting cut out from under SEO agencies, PPC shops, funnel builders, and copywriters, not slowly, but all at once. What gets unpacked is who survives that collapse, and why the answer has almost nothing to do with your technical skills. The argument is about positioning at a level
Cranky Crab
There's a certain kind of client who will never want what you're offering, no matter how good your pitch is. The episode opens with a story about a roadside crab shack in Maryland with 178 reviews and a 4.8-star rating, and why Casey walked away from it as a hard no. What that moment revealed about positioning as a fractional CMO is the whole argument of the episode. He also draws a sharp line ar
Claude is Writing Mid Copy
A question showed up in a Facebook group that's been sitting with me ever since: is anyone else noticing that Claude is writing really mid copy? What followed wasn't a rant about AI. It was something more interesting, a diagnosis of what separates marketers who can catch bad work from the ones who can't, and why that gap is about to matter more than almost any other skill you have. The episode get
How to Not Stop
Most fractional CMOs have the skills to succeed. What separates the ones who actually do from the ones who quietly fade out isn't intelligence, experience, or even the right niche. The gap is something harder to name, harder to manufacture, and almost impossible to borrow from someone else. This episode digs into why so many people with real marketing talent give up before the compound interest ki
Majoring in the Minors
Most fractional CMOs aren't failing because they lack skill. They're stalling because they're busy doing everything except the one thing that actually moves the needle. This episode opens with a gym analogy that's almost too accurate, then goes somewhere more uncomfortable: the real reason experienced marketers spend weeks building websites, booking headshots, and dreaming about book signings befo
Why You Need to Shut Up More Often
The best fractional CMOs in the room aren't the ones talking the most. This episode makes the case that silence, in negotiations, in pricing conversations, and especially around how you get your work done, might be the sharpest tool in your practice right now. What gets unpacked is a real situation: a CMO who cut their rate, earned their upside, and then watched it potentially slip away because no
Lunch Q&A with Casey
What happens when experienced marketers get honest about where they're stuck and ask for unfiltered coaching on how to move forward? That's the premise of this episode, and the answers get uncomfortable in the best way. The questions are real, the resistance is real, and so is the pushback. What gets unpacked is a pattern that shows up again and again across marketers trying to build a fractiona
Finding Your Villian
Most fractional CMOs aren't struggling because they're lazy or undisciplined. They're struggling because they keep solving the wrong size of problem, and the market is about to make that very expensive. This episode draws a sharp line between the work that keeps you busy and the work that actually moves you forward, and the gap between those two things is wider than most people want to admit. What
Taste, Discernment, Experience: Why AI Won't Replace You (But It Might Expose You)
AI's arrival in the marketing department isn't the threat most fractional CMOs think it is. The episode opens with a provocation: the marketers who are scared of AI are scared for the wrong reasons, and the ones who are leaning into it with the wrong instincts are making a mistake that's harder to walk back. What gets unpacked is the real role that experience, taste, and discernment play when ever
Simplicity: Why You're Too Smart for Your Own Good
The argument is a counterintuitive one: the thing holding most experienced marketers back isn't a lack of knowledge or skill. It's something they'd never think to look for. The episode opens with a challenge, think of someone in your life who isn't as smart as you, yet is more successful, less stressed, and more free, and then builds the case for why that gap exists and what's actually responsible
Niche Finding Strategy: How to Find the Clients Who Actually Need You
The hardest thing about building a fractional CMO practice isn't the marketing work itself. It's knowing how to talk about what you do in a way that makes the right clients say "that's exactly what I need" before you've even finished the sentence. This episode gets into the mechanics of positioning a fractional CMO practice, why most practitioners get it wrong from the start, and what it actually
What Leadership Looks Like in the Age of AI
The marketing department is shrinking from the bottom up, and most fractional CMOs are running straight into the part that's getting cut. In this episode, Casey breaks down the one quality that separates the CMOs who keep their seat from the ones AI is about to replace, and it isn't strategy, an AI tool stack, or a $29 a month SaaS tool you build on the weekend. It's leadership. The bigger picture
Selling AI-First Fractional CMO Services
AI is moving fast. So why are so many fractional CMOs spending their nights vibe coding SaaS tools that nobody's paying for? In this episode, Casey draws a hard line between eating your dinner and eating dessert — and explains why most marketers are choosing the wrong one. He breaks down the two camps: the ones who feel behind and don't know how to talk about AI without sounding lost, and the on
The 5-Part Marketing Team All Fractional CMOs Must Build
As a Fractional CMO, you're not supposed to do everything. So who — or what — does? In this episode, Casey breaks down the five-resource allocation framework: the exact model he uses to staff a marketing department without becoming the person who handles it all. He walks through each layer in plain terms — full-time hires, contractors, agencies, fractional talent, and AI agents. When to use each o
Claude Code for Fractional CMOx
AI isn't just changing how marketers work — it's changing who gets to work at all. In this episode, Casey goes live inside Claude Code and builds a full conference PowerPoint from a single prompt. The product is fake. The lesson is very real. He walks through the whole thing in plain language — no coding, no agency, no waiting. Deck built. Formatting fixed. Converted to a scrollable website. Upl
Separation Season
We're in separation season—and Casey wants you to feel that. In this episode, he breaks down why the rise of AI isn't just a productivity upgrade, it's a fundamental reshaping of entire industries. The fractional CMOs who thrive won't be the most experienced. They'll be the ones who understand what's actually happening and move accordingly. Casey walks through the legal world's e-discovery trans
How to Develop a Marketing Strategy as a CMO
Casey's heard the question too many times: What should I take on from the client's plate? In this episode, he explains why that's the wrong question entirely—and what a CMO should be asking instead. Real strategic thinking doesn't start with what exists. It starts with where the company wants to go and what's actually required to get there. Everything else is just inherited chaos. Casey also wa
Why AI has been a major turning point for us CMOs
Casey has been tinkering with AI tools for years—paying for subscriptions, defaulting to ChatGPT, getting marginal value. Then February 5th, 2026 happened. That's when Opus 4.6 dropped, and something clicked. In this episode, Casey breaks down what finally changed, why it matters more to CMOs than anyone's talking about, and why the demarcation between before and after is real—whether you feel it
I found the future of AI for CMOs
Casey goes into the AI breakthrough he's been waiting for—and it's not what you think. After years of tinkering with AI tools, he's found something that fundamentally changed how he views the technology: AI that works where you work. In this episode, Casey breaks down his experience with OpenClaw (formerly ClawdBot), an open-source project that brings AI agents directly into Slack, email, and othe
The State of the Fractional CMO Union - Part 2
In this live Q&A episode, Casey answers real questions from people building fractional CMO practices—some just getting started, others already charging $30K/month. The group digs into team structure, niche selection, pricing, dealing with messy client situations, and what it actually takes to transition from implementation work to strategic leadership. This isn't theory. These are the tactical que
The State of the Fractional CMO Union - Part 1
In this State of the Union, Casey explains why 2026 is the moment to go fractional - and why waiting will cost you. March 2020: his agency friends got destroyed by cancellations. His fractional clients pulled him closer. Vendors get cut. Leaders get kept. Corporate security is dead. That IBM pension your dad had? Gone. Health insurance keeping you stuck? It's $600/month - nothing when you're ch
Underdogs: If you haven't ever managed someone, listen to this
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey talks directly to the underdog - the marketer who's never held the CMO title. Maybe you got passed over. Maybe you've been grinding in agencies where the title was never in the cards. You're sitting there thinking: how can I be a fractional CMO without the credential? Casey breaks down why your lack of a fancy title doesn't matter. You understan
When You Say This Phrase, It All Changes
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey shares a line from a boardroom member that stopped him cold: "I'm never going back." This member joined the accelerator in 2025, won their first two clients, and declared they're done with W2 work forever. Casey breaks down why this declaration changes everything. Casey shares the moment he left his agency thinking they'd miss him - they didn't s
Why Prospects Don't Care About Your Pitch?
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey tackles the brutal reality every fractional CMO faces: prospects just don't care about what you're offering. Casey shares a war story about losing a private jet deal the moment he confused "FOB" with "FBO" - instantly revealing himself as an outsider faking expertise. The prospect literally laughed in his face. Most fractional CMOs show up talki
AI Tools for Fractional CMOs
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey tackles the question every fractional CMO is asking: Which AI tools should I be using? But his answer isn't what you'd expect. Casey admits he spent 14 months considering ditching fractional work entirely to chase the AI gold rush. Instead, he doubled down on something old-fashioned: actually knowing how to do the work. He shares war stories of
Bonus Coaching with Casey - Part 2
In this bonus episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey opens up a raw coaching call with people who aren't fractional CMOs yet—but want to be. These are agency owners tired of the hamster wheel, strategists stuck doing execution, and full-time employees wondering if this fractional thing is actually real. John is worried about getting pulled into grunt work. Laura thinks she needs a bigger titl
Bonus Coaching with Casey - Part 1
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey opens up a raw coaching call with people who aren't fractional CMOs yet—but want to be. These are agency owners tired of the hamster wheel, strategists stuck doing execution, and full-time employees wondering if this fractional thing is actually real. Casey coaches through real deals happening this week: Eric transitioning from agency to targeti
A Roundtable of Women, Succeeding as Fractional CMOs: Part 2
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey continues the conversation with a dozen successful women from the CMOx accelerator boardroom. This is part two of a webinar series where these fractional CMOs get real about building six-figure practices on their own terms. These aren't beginners. These are women commanding $10K+ monthly retainers, managing teams of 30+ people across multiple cli
A Roundtable of Women, Succeeding as Fractional CMOs: Part 1
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, a dozen women from the CMOx accelerator boardroom come together to share their real experiences building successful fractional CMO practices. This is part one of a two-part series that started when member Courtney challenged Casey's solo episode—pointing out there was a whole perspective he couldn't see. These aren't theoretical success stories. These ar
The REAL Reason You Didn't Close That Fractional CMO Client
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down exactly why deals fall apart—and why most of the time, it's not about you. Drawing from Eugene Schwartz's Breakthrough Advertising, Casey walks through the stages of prospect awareness and reveals the harsh truth: 20% of deals will never close, 20% are laydowns, and 60% require serious follow-up. He shares real stories from th
What Implementation Work a Fractional CMO Should Do
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton dives into what it really means to work as a fractional CMO—and why sometimes that means rolling up your sleeves and doing the work yourself. He's pulling from years of real client experience, from managing multi-million-dollar launches to helping clients navigate gaps in their teams, and he's calling out the patterns he sees: overextending
For Women Only (Guys, Skip This One)
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton speaks directly to women in the marketing world who want to step into the fractional CMO role but often hold themselves back. Drawing from coaching over 200 women inside the Accelerator, Casey highlights the recurring patterns he sees — undercharging, over-justifying, second-guessing their expertise, and hesitating to bring in outside speci
The Secret to Making it as a Fractional CMO is FUN
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey dives into the secret to thriving long-term as a fractional CMO: having fun. He shares why commitment and consistency matter, but also why enjoying the work you do is what fuels creativity, engagement, and lasting success. Drawing on his own experiences — from conversations with Jeff Walker, the enduring "Launch Guy," to experimenting with vibe cod
How Real Fractional CMOs are Getting Rich Slowly
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down what it really looks like to "get rich slowly" as a fractional CMO—and why that's a far better goal than chasing quick wins or sprinting toward burnout. Drawing from real stories inside the Accelerator, Casey shares how members like Lisa, Ben, Sean, and Jennifer are building long-term, stable income by focusing on the fundame
Is Being a Fractional CMO Even a Real Job?
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton tackles a question many marketers quietly ask: Is being a fractional CMO even a real job? Through sharp insights and personal reflection, Casey makes the case that the corporate "safety net" is long gone—and that the real opportunity lies in betting on yourself. He explores why today's market pressures—from AI disruption to global co
Long Term Commitments
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton unpacks what it really means to build long-term commitments—in business, in life, and with your clients. He draws parallels between parenting, marriage, and marketing to show why real success as a fractional CMO doesn't come from chasing quick wins or stacking short-term contracts—but from committing deeply to the right people and problems
The Minimum Tech and Talent Stack for a Fractional CMO Practice
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down what it really takes to run a high-profit, low-complexity fractional CMO business—without drowning in tools, team costs, or tech bloat. He reveals the essential tech stack and talent stack you actually need to succeed, and why most marketers overcomplicate their path to six- and seven-figure practices. Casey walks through
How to FOCUS as a Fractional CMO
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey explores the one quality that separates successful Fractional CMOs from those who struggle: focus. Drawing from real-world lessons, he explains why chasing shiny objects, people-pleasing, and taking on low-value work keep you stuck, while persistence and clarity push you toward building a thriving practice. Casey shares stories and insights from hi
The Fractional CMO's Guide to Q4 and a Damn Strong 2026
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton lays out why Q4 is the single most important season to land (and keep) high-paying clients—and how to set yourself up for a record-breaking 2026. He breaks down the mistakes that sink most aspiring fractional CMOs, like offering implementation services or acting like a "pirate" with client budgets, and shares why building a solid foundation
The 4 Types of Fractional CMOs
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down the four types of fractional CMOs—Dreamers, Dabblers, Builders, and Drivers—and why Q4 is the most important time of year to level up. He shares hard-won lessons from his own journey, including how dreamers get stuck without commitment, how dabblers burn energy without results, how builders often cap themselves at $20–30K/month,
Niching Down (Inside versus Outside the Car)
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton unpacks one of the most important skills for any fractional leader: knowing how to choose the right clients. Using his "inside the car, outside the car" analogy, he explains why the biggest wins come from focusing first on the obvious stuff—industry, revenue, sales model—before worrying about the intangibles like personality or mission. Cas
A Day in the Life of a Fractional CMO
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton takes you inside a real "day in the life" of a fractional CMO—pulling back the curtain on what it actually looks like to serve clients at the highest level without burning out. He explains why Mondays are heavy, Fridays are light, and why designing your week this way gives you both structure and freedom. Casey also digs into the mindset shi
Grow Your Authority and Income as a Fractional CMO
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton gets deeply personal—sharing how his father's passing revealed the true freedom that comes with fractional leadership. He unpacks why building teams around trust, grace, and outcomes—not hours logged—creates a business that keeps moving even when life interrupts. Casey also walks through a counterintuitive client story: why niching down mat
How to Prepare for Your Best Year Yet
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton lays down a wake-up call for marketers entering 2026. He explores the biggest trends reshaping the industry—from the over-adoption of AI and reliance on "black box" tools, to the fast-fashion era of SaaS and the rise of fractional leadership. Casey warns against outsourcing your thinking to AI, chasing shortcuts, or splitting your focus bet
Are You Fighting for Your Client?
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton delivers a rallying cry for marketers who feel themselves slipping into "good enough" mode. He challenges leaders to stop coasting, stop accepting mediocrity, and start fighting—for their clients, their results, and their own success. Casey shares why conviction and commitment are the real differentiators in marketing leadership, and why th
What to Do if You Have Even 1 Grey Hair
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton tackles a topic many seasoned marketers quietly struggle with: ageism. If you've ever felt overlooked because of your experience—or the price tag that comes with it—this is your wake-up call. Casey pulls back the curtain on the harsh truth: hiring managers often favor younger, cheaper candidates, not because they're better—but because t
Fractional CMOing for Equity
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton challenges the hype around "consulting for equity" and delivers a sharper, more lucrative path: earning upside as a fractional CMO—without getting tangled in risky cap tables. Casey breaks down why equity is often a mirage and why true leverage lies in performance-based revenue sharing. He shares the unique power fractional CMOs have to e
Punching Up to the Next Level
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton delivers a powerful mindset shift: if you want to earn more, you have to play bigger. This episode tackles the real reason so many talented marketers struggle to land high-paying fractional CMO clients—and it's not a lack of skill. Casey breaks down how a scarcity mindset, fear of rejection, and clinging to meritocracy are holding you bac
Why Great Marketers Are Not Getting Fractional CMO Clients
In this solo episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton confronts a harsh truth: being a great marketer isn't enough. If you're wondering why you're not getting clients as a fractional CMO—even though you're highly skilled—this episode is the wake-up call you need. Casey unpacks why talent doesn't always translate to traction, how giving away strategy is costing you money, and why volume, n
Live Coaching with Casey
In this live coaching episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down the realities of building a thriving career as a fractional CMO—without burning out or undercharging. Casey dives deep into how to pitch your services with confidence, avoid giving away strategy for free, and structure your offers around leadership and long-term value—not short-lived tactics. Whether you're just st
Overcoming Objections during Sales Calls
In this solo episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton tackles one of the biggest challenges fractional CMOs face—overcoming sales objections. Drawing from real-world scenarios and personal insights, Casey walks through the most common pushbacks fractional CMOs hear on sales calls—like "you don't have experience in our industry" or "I could just hire a full-timer for that"—and shows you ho
Your Mantra for More Opportunity
In this solo episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton shares a life-changing mantra that will transform how you approach business development: "You're prospecting forever." Drawing from personal stories—from grueling mountain hikes to backyard landscaping projects—Casey reveals how adopting a "forever" mindset can help fractional CMOs build resilience, consistency, and long-term success.
Transition from Selling Fractional CMO Services to being the Buyer of Great Opportunities
In this episode, Casey breaks down one of the most transformative mindset shifts for any fractional CMO: going from seller to buyer. Instead of pitching your services with desperation, what if you could select the clients and problems that genuinely excite you? Casey shares how stepping into this new role changes the energy of your sales conversations, attracts higher-quality opportunities, and le
Dawn's Strategic Shift from Agency Owner to Fractional CMO
In this insightful episode, Casey chats with Dawn, a longtime agency owner who saw the writing on the wall — agencies are losing their edge. Rather than wait for the industry to shift beneath her, Dawn took action and pivoted into offering high-level fractional CMO services. She shares how she navigated the blurry line between strategy and execution, why she separated her fractional work into a ne
Ben's Journey from Identity Crisis to Fractional CMO Leader
In this powerful episode, Casey sits down with Ben, a CMOx Accelerator member whose story is anything but ordinary. From shutting down an agency that no longer resonated with clients to becoming a high-performing, fully booked fractional CMO, Ben shares the pivotal mindset shifts, near-tragic car accident, and deep personal reflections that shaped his trajectory. You'll hear how he overcame limiti
Stop Asking Permission: How Rachel Went from Corporate Grind to Confident Fractional CMO
In this inspiring episode of The Fractional CMO Show, host Casey Stanton sits down with Rachel, a standout member of the CMOx Accelerator. Once working a traditional 9–5 marketing role in Tel Aviv, Rachel shares how one mindset shift—and one big client—catapulted her into a thriving career as a high-value fractional CMO. Discover how she overcame self-doubt, redefined her worth, and now drives pow
Break the Beliefs Keeping You Stuck — with Coach Raphael Schwartzman
In this milestone episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton sits down with longtime teammate and coach, Raphael Schwartzman, for a raw and insightful conversation on what really holds fractional CMOs back. Forget funnels and lead hacks—this episode dives deep into the inner game: identity ceilings, self-permission, and how your limiting beliefs could be capping your income and impact. Raph
The 3 Stages of a Fractional CMO's Growth
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton walks you through the three distinct stages of becoming a successful fractional CMO: Getting Sales Ready, The Road to 10K, and Boardroom. He shares practical insights on building your offer, setting boundaries, overcoming internal roadblocks, and scaling your income and impact. Whether you're just starting out or ready to grow to six-figure
Leverage this Marketing Campaign for your Fractional CMO Clients
In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful and underutilized marketing strategies for fractional CMOs: the Short-Term Nurture Sequence (STN). This email campaign builds structure within marketing departments, reduces overwhelm, and converts long-tail leads into loyal customers over time. Learn how to craft a repeatable nurture system using four essential email types—without relying on fa
How to Hire a Marketing Technician
Feeling stuck as a one-person marketing department? Casey lays out why the marketing technician is the must-have hire to level up your fractional CMO game. In this episode, you'll learn how to assess team gaps, find the right kind of marketing technician, and avoid the trap of doing all the implementation work yourself. Casey breaks down exactly how to recruit, train, and manage this key role—plus
How to Position Yourself as the Most Valuable Executive to your Entrepreneur
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton dives into the key strategies for building long-term relationships with visionary entrepreneurs as a fractional Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Casey shares actionable insights on how to support your clients beyond their business success, helping them achieve personal growth and create a bigger vision for their company. Learn how to foster l
You're too old/young/inexperienced to be a Fractional CMO
Not sure if you're experienced enough to be a successful fractional CMO? In this episode, Casey Stanton breaks down what it really takes to step into the role. He tackles common doubts about age, experience, and industry background—proving that success isn't about years in the game but about solving bigger problems. Casey shares insights on why marketing teams are shrinking, how AI is reshaping th
Three AI Convergences Changing the Marketing Department
AI is moving fast—faster than we think. In this episode, Casey Stanton discusses the three major AI shifts that are already reshaping the marketing landscape. He dives into deep research tools, AI-powered voice agents, and the game-changing ability of AI to move beyond automation into real decision-making. What does this mean for fractional CMOs? Bigger opportunities, bigger challenges, and a chan
Don't Do This Busywork So You Can Be a Successful Fractional CMO
Are you actually running a business as a fractional CMO, or just going through the motions? In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down the difference between being in business and playing business. He calls out the distractions—like obsessing over websites, business cards, and LLC structures—that keep marketers from making real money. Instead, he shares the key to succes
$81k/mo as a Fractional CMO and Other Brain Upgrades
What if making $81k a month as a fractional CMO isn't the dream you think it is? In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey uncovers the hidden challenges behind high-earning solo practices—and how to build a sustainable, scalable business instead. From avoiding burnout to leveraging AI, structuring client engagements, and pricing your services for long-term success, Casey shares the playbo
Concreteness: Delivering world-class outcomes as a Fractional CMO (without being an expert in all the tools and platforms)
Struggling to stay ahead as a fractional CMO? Casey breaks down the power of concreteness—why understanding how things actually work makes you a stronger, more resilient marketing leader. Learn how to go beyond abstraction, delegate effectively, and solve bigger problems that drive real impact. From APIs and CRMs to building a high-value team, this episode is packed with insights to help you level
Group Coaching Call Inside the Free Fractional CMO Community on Facebook
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton dives into the realities of charging premium rates as a fractional CMO. Inspired by a recent discussion in the CMOX Accelerator group, Casey explores the mindset, strategies, and client selection process necessary to command high-ticket retainers. He is joined by multiple guests who share their journeys in transitioning from agency work to
How to Shrink a Full Time Marketing Role into a Fractional CMO Size Engagement
Struggling with time management as a fractional CMO? Casey tackles the essential mindset shift to streamline your work, increase efficiency, and maximize your impact. Learn how to set clear boundaries, structure your clients into manageable frameworks, and build a scalable, high-value fractional CMO career. If you're ready to work smarter, not harder, this episode is packed with insights to help y
Should You Commit to Becoming a Fractional CMO?
Casey shares a mindset shift crucial for long-term success, emphasizing commitment over quick pivots. Learn how to establish yourself as a leader, navigate challenges, and build a sustainable, high-paying fractional CMO career. If you're ready to go all in, embrace the highs and lows, and unlock your true potential, this episode is packed with advice to help you succeed. Here's what we talked ab
How to Transition from Marketer to Fractional CMO
Casey discusses the shift from marketer to fractional Chief Marketing Officer. He unpacks the 'why' behind the transition, explores the freedom and opportunities this career path offers, and provides steps to help you elevate your career. Learn how to define your value, land high-paying clients, and solve bigger problems—all while creating the lifestyle you deserve. If you're ready to embrace lea
Reinvent Your Mindset to Lead and Succeed as a Fractional CMO
Casey goes into the powerful role belief systems play in success as a fractional CMO. He explores how limiting beliefs—whether self-imposed or adopted from others—can hold you back. Learn why taking risks is essential, how to align your mindset with your goals, and how to build a thriving fractional CMO practice. If you're ready to tackle bigger problems, deliver greater impact, and unlock your fu
What is a Fractional CMO and what do they do?
In this episode, Casey unpacks what it means to be a fractional CMO, the responsibilities of this pivotal role, and why it's the ideal path for marketing leaders ready to tackle bigger problems and deliver impactful results. Whether you're curious about strategy versus execution, building a marketing team, or creating a thriving fractional CMO practice, this episode offers actionable insights to h
I'm Back! Why Now is the BEST TIME to be a Fractional CMO
Casey Stanton kicks off Season 2 of the Fractional CMO Show with an exciting update on his journey since the last episode in 2023. From personal milestones like buying a historic home to professional advancements such as launching CTOx, Casey shares why now is the perfect time to embrace the role of a fractional CMO. Discover how AI is reshaping marketing departments, why leadership remains critic
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