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Usman Lakhani

Usman Lakhani

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Usman Lakhani: Behind the Scenes of a Fractional Executive’s Journey

I had two heart attacks over a period of 10 days. It made me realize there is no honor in being afraid and towing the line. My father owned a business, my twin brother owns a business, and they were/are more content and brave because they take a challenge and overcome it.

The Leap Into Fractional Leadership: Usman Lakhani's Career Pivot

Talking about technology is easy, but operationalizing it in a cost-effective way is not. I am very good at right-sizing technology needs and ensuring they are Fit For Purpose (and not driven by FOMO).

Superpower in Action: Usman Lakhani’s Strength as a Fractional Executive

I can find ways to make their technology needs cheaper, standard, and boring enough so they never have to worry about them.

Wins That Define Their Fractional Journey

I migrated the entire data science/data reporting system for the largest Nuclear Operations Oversight organization in the world in under four months at a fraction of the cost big-brand consulting firms had proposed.

Lessons from the First Few Months in Fractional Work

The road is bumpy

“Network, Network, Network (and it’s ok to be fearful)”

Beyond the Resume: The Real Usman

I don’t take on projects; I take on missions, and that changes my perspective on what success looks like.

One Quote That Sums It All Up

“We all owe life a death, and therefore there is no honor in being afraid of taking bold, unusual steps.”

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