How Real Fractional CMOs are Getting Rich Slowly
Fractional CMO Show
Two paths: oversell then level up versus starting smaller
Casey contrasts people who sell big before scaling delivery with those who start at lower fees and grow confidence after the first sale.
In this episode of The Fractional CMO Show, Casey Stanton breaks down what it really looks like to "get rich slowly" as a fractional CMO—and why that's a far better goal than chasing quick wins or sprinting toward burnout.
Drawing from real stories inside the Accelerator, Casey shares how members like Lisa, Ben, Sean, and Jennifer are building long-term, stable income by focusing on the fundamentals: selling high-value strategy (not cheap implementation), staying committed to a niche, and showing up with consistency and leadership—especially on their worst days.
You'll hear how to move from overworked agency life to a calm, predictable business where one or two great clients can replace an entire salary. Casey unpacks what makes a "morally neutral or positive" business, how to price your work confidently, and why the right long-term contracts can eliminate money stress altogether.
Along the way, he reminds us that freedom doesn't come from adrenaline or chasing every shiny offer—it comes from depth, focus, and relationships that compound over time.
Whether you're just starting your fractional journey or ready to slow down and scale up, this episode is your roadmap to building wealth the sustainable way—one good client, one good contract, and one good year at a time. Key Topics Covered:
-Why "getting rich slowly" is the real path to lasting success
-The danger of chasing quick wins and constant reinvention
-How long-term contracts create calm, predictable income
-The shift from implementer to true marketing leader
-Building a business that works even on your worst days
-Why simplicity and focus outperform endless hustle
-The power of working with "morally positive" clients
-How real freedom comes from discipline and depth
-What it means to grow steadily instead of sprinting to burnout
-The mindset that turns short-term chaos into long-term wealth
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The Fractional CMO Method
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Connect with Casey Stanton:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseystanton/
Website: https://caseystanton.com/
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