Frequently asked questions.

Do I need a Fractional COO or just more admin help?

👉 If you’re overwhelmed by decisions, priorities, and competing demands, admin help won’t solve the problem. Administrative support handles tasks. A Fractional COO provides executive-level leadership - helping you decide what matters now, align people and resources, and bring order to complexity as the business scales.

This is about leadership and judgment, not capacity.

What’s the cost of hiring a Fractional COO?

👉 A full-time COO typically costs $200K+ per year, plus benefits and long-term commitment. A Fractional COO Partnership provides experienced executive leadership at a fraction of that cost - with engagements typically starting in the mid four figures per month, depending on scope and proximity.

You’re paying for decision authority and capital discipline, not hours.

How do I know if my business is “ready”?

👉 If you’re in the $500K–$10M range and your backend feels messy, overwhelming, or one “oops” away from breaking - you’re definitely ready. But here’s the truth: even businesses below that threshold benefit from putting structure in place early. Why? Because the habits, systems, and clarity you set up now prevent expensive mistakes later. Think of it as building a solid foundation before you add the second story - less stress, fewer do-overs, and a smoother path to scale.

  • 👉 Most CEOs feel relief in the first 30 - 60 days because we quickly spot what’s slowing you down and fix it. The deeper wins - systems that actually hold as you scale - show up in 3 - 6 months. Quick clarity, lasting stability.

  • 👉 Consultants give advice. Fractional COOs build. A consultant might hand you a slide deck. I’ll hand you a working system - and make sure your team knows how to run it. Less theory, more traction.

  • 👉 Absolutely. HIGHPOINT partners with women entrepreneurs across North America - whether you’re scaling services, selling products, or both. Ambition doesn’t stop at the border.

  • 👉 No way. I’m here to anchor you, not replace you. You bring the vision; I build the engine. The point is to free you from the weeds so you can lead at the level you’re meant to.

  • 👉 Fractional COO support flexes with your needs. Whether you’re between hires, shifting leadership, or just need a steady hand for a few months, I can step in short-term and keep things moving smoothly.