Can you build a career across several companies instead of committing to one full-time job? Mark Mullinix joins Adrian Tan to explain fractional work, what businesses need from fractional leaders and how professionals can approach this career path.
A former American Express executive, Mark moved into entrepreneurship, growth advisory and fractional leadership. He founded the Fractional Directory Singapore in 2024. They discuss lessons from that transition, the role of AI in improving efficiency and where fractional work may be heading.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:34 Mark’s career journey
02:34 Challenges and lessons learned
07:52 AI and work efficiency
24:05 Understanding fractional work
41:25 The future of fractional careers
47:03 Closing thoughts
Connect with Mark: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mmullinix/
The Fractional Directory: https://www.thefractionaldirectory.com
Original episode sponsor: Deel — https://www.deel.com/adriantan
More from Adrian: https://www.adriantan.com.sg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriantanck/











