In a world of constant change, why are we still designing leadership teams for stability?

In this episode, Bonny and Nora explore why leadership roles can no longer be designed for stability in a world defined by uncertainty, volatility, complexity and constant change. Joined by Dave Berney, fractional CFO and CEO/founder of HAB Strategy, the conversation challenges the assumption that senior leadership must always be full-time and permanent. 

Together, they unpack how fit-for-purpose, fractional leadership helps organizations navigate growth, complexity, and risk more effectively. And as a fractional leader, what motivates him and what he’s learned along sharing with those interested in pursuing the fractional life. Drawing on real-world examples from finance and operations, the episode explores how fractional roles create flexibility, accelerate learning, and enable smarter decisions without locking companies into outdated org designs. 

Key Takeaways:  

➡️ The old assumption that leadership must be full-time is breaking down: today’s uncertainty demands flexible leadership capacity, not fixed org charts. 

➡️ Start with the business problem, not the title: ask what expertise your business needs right now before deciding who to hire. 

➡️ Fractional leadership reduces hiring risk: companies can test leadership needs and learn before committing long term. 

➡️ The future of leadership is blended: high-performing organizations combine full-time and fractional talent to match expertise to evolving business needs. 

Listener Challenge: 

Before you make your next leadership hire, pause and ask yourself: “What expertise does my business actually need right now, and for how long?” Then design the role around the problem you’re trying to solve, not the title you think you’re supposed to fill. 

Our Guest:

Dave is the CEO and Founder of HAB Strategy. As a CPA and ACA he has worked with companies big and small, from giants like Grant Thornton, US Bank and Pfizer to smaller & fast growing North American startups like GANDER Social, InFlux Technologies, Unlimited Life and more. He’s married with two young kids but still finds time to play sports like ball hockey, hurling and snowboarding, and do business mentoring in the business networking group Sound of C. 

Our Co-Hosts:

Bonny van Rest 

Strategic Thinker. Bold Challenger. Grounded Visionary.  

Bonny is a strategist, facilitator, and co-founder of Sidekick Consulting who believes momentum is built in the middle of the mess. With a background as a CMO and over a decade of experience across startup and corporate environments, she’s known for her sharp thinking, no-nonsense mindset, and ability to turn big ideas into grounded action. Bonny brings a calm presence, clear direction, and just the right amount of edge to move things forward—with intention. 

Nora Griffiths 

People-Centered Leader. Strategic Integrator. Dynamic Optimist.  

Nora is a purpose-driven leader, facilitator, and co-founder of Sidekick Consulting who believes that bold and meaningful impact is accomplished when done together. With deep roots in business development and operations, she’s known for her people-first lens and her talent for uncovering insights and ideas that translate swiftly into action, driving both people and performance. Nora brings a rare blend of energy, empathy, and clarity to build momentum that truly matters. 

Production by PRCPRN Studio. 

Directed by Giuliana DiBonaventura