Questions
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Work With Meaning, how we work, and how to get started, whether you're a company or a fractional leader.
About Work With Meaning
What is Work With Meaning?
Work With Meaning helps growing companies and fractional leaders build relationships through thoughtful conversations and personal introductions grounded in context and fit.
Who founded Work With Meaning?
Ford Knowlton founded Work With Meaning. The company focuses on human-led conversations about fractional leadership and useful business relationships.
Is Work With Meaning a staffing firm or a recruiting agency?
We begin by learning about the business need and the people involved. We discuss whether a personal introduction may be useful. A hiring business may pay WWM a placement fee, disclosed before work begins.
How is Work With Meaning different from other fractional leadership platforms?
Personal introductions begin with an understanding of the business, the leader, and the situation. An inquiry does not guarantee a match or an engagement.
For Companies
How do I get started as a business?
Start with a short inquiry about your company, the leadership you need, and your timing. It is a starting point for a conversation about fit.
What happens after I send an inquiry?
Your inquiry provides the context for a conversation about your needs and possible next steps. Any proposed work and terms are discussed before an engagement begins.
How many companies do you work with at once?
We work closely with each business partner. Contact us about your needs and we can discuss whether we are a fit.
What does it cost to work with Work With Meaning as a business?
A hiring business may pay WWM a placement fee. We disclose any fee and engagement terms before work begins. Contact us to discuss your situation.
What if I need a leader right now?
Tell us about the need and your timing so we can explore possible introductions. Availability depends on the role and the people involved.
For Fractional Leaders
How do I contact WWM as a leader?
Send a short inquiry through our For Leaders page. Share your experience, the work you do best, and what you are looking for next.
What are you looking for in a fractional leader?
Leaders who've done the work and have results to show for it. People who give honest referrals, admit when they're not the right fit, and understand that trust compounds over time. We care less about your title history and more about how you operate and whether you're someone we'd personally introduce to a client.
Do fractional leaders pay for introductions?
Fractional leaders do not pay merely to be introduced. We disclose any other engagement terms before work begins.
Is a WWM inquiry the same as joining the PracticeOS beta?
No. A WWM inquiry starts a private conversation with our team. PracticeOS has a separate beta application and invitation process.
Fractional Leadership Basics
What is a fractional executive?
A fractional executive is an experienced business leader who works with a company on a part-time or project basis, typically serving multiple clients simultaneously. They bring C-suite level expertise without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire.
What does a fractional engagement typically look like?
The scope, hours, duration, and responsibilities depend on the company and leader. Those details should be agreed before work begins.
How much does a fractional executive cost?
Fees vary by role, scope, time commitment, and the leader involved. Discuss the proposed engagement and all fees before work begins.
Still have questions?
Tell us what you need and start a conversation about how WWM may be able to help.