Fractional Friday

Newsletter June 13, 2025

TRIVIA QUESTION

Which famous cartoon dad holds the record for the most episodes aired on American television?

A) George Jetson

B) Fred Flintstone

C) Peter Griffin

D) Homer Simpson

Check your answer at the bottom of the newsletter.

The CEO As Chief Resilience Officer

Being resilient is very important for today’s organizations because things are uncertain and often difficult. However, research from McKinsey shows that many leaders and companies aren’t focusing enough on building this strength. 84% of leaders say they don’t feel ready for future problems, and 60% of board members believe their companies aren’t prepared for the next big crisis.

In this edition:

🧠 4 Mistakes Leaders Make About Psychological Safety

⌛ Life is Short (How to Spend It Wisely)

🗣️ 5 CEOs Sat Down for a Candid Conversation

4 Mistakes Leaders Make About Psychological Safety

Psychological safety means everyone on a team feels comfortable speaking honestly without fear. This is really important for making good decisions and moving forward, especially in senior teams. But as more people talk about it, there are also some misunderstandings. In this HBR Executive Masterclass, leadership expert Amy C. Edmondson explains what people often get wrong about psychological safety and gives leaders practical tips on how to create a workplace where people feel safe to take smart risks.

Life is Short (How to Spend It Wisely)

Have you ever noticed that a year seems to go by faster now than when you were a kid? There’s a scientific reason for that—and the good news is, you can actually change how you feel time passing.

No matter if you’re 20 or 60, these ideas will change how you experience time. It’s not about fitting more into your day—it’s about making the time you have feel more valuable.

5 CEOs Sat Down for a Candid Conversation

There’s a special energy when you bring five CEOs together. In Entrepreneur’s latest episode of The CEO Roundtable, that energy was clear. They had an open and honest conversation, sharing hard lessons, gut calls, and deep reflections that come from leading through both good times and tough ones.

One big takeaway was how much being an entrepreneur and leader feels like an emotional rollercoaster.

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TRIVIA ANSWER

The answer is D) Homer Simpson

Homer Simpson, the bumbling but lovable dad from The Simpsons, holds the record for appearing in the most episodes of any cartoon father on American television. The Simpsons debuted in 1989 and has become the longest-running American sitcom and animated series, with over 700 episodes and counting. Homer is known for his catchphrases, hilarious antics, and unique parenting style.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there—here’s to the everyday heroes who make life a little funnier and a lot more loving!

That’s a wrap!

Best regards,
Sue Mysko, Fractional Powerhouse
Founder, Hire A Fractional and FractionalOS

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