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.”