{"podcast":{"title":"CMO School","slug":"cmo-school-7223344","podcast_index_feed_id":7223344,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/cmo-school/","website_url":"https://www.risewithnavi.com/podcast","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9c842482-fabd-4da8-ad34-d1897a69c049/-FJkFcr1ENonu9kII4Vlvt-b.jpg","author":"Jessica Shirra | Fractional CMO","episode_count":55,"summary":"CMO School is the go-to podcast for marketers and Fractional CMOs ready to step into leadership, own their expertise, and build a career or business that actually works for them. Whether you're looking to elevate your skills, transition into a CMO role, or scale your Fractional business, this podcast delivers strategies, expert insights, and the mindset shifts you need to create a career you love. Hosted by Jess Shirra—a 15+ year marketing leader, Fractional CMO, and founder of Fractional CMO School—this show takes you behind the scenes on what actually works in marketing, business, and leadership. Jess has worked with powerhouse brands and creators like Lululemon, Pottery Barn, Strava, Jenna Kutcher, Lori Harder, and more—and now, she’s sharing those lessons with you. Each episode, we dive into proven strategies, practical insights, and candid conversations on topics like: How to step into leadership as a marketer and own your expertise How to confidently price your services and build a business that supports the life you want What it really takes to succeed as a Fractional CMO How to show up as a CMO for your clients, deliver powerful strategy, and lead teams effectively Lessons…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-08T08:28:36.478140+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344"},"episode":{"title":"How to Price Yourself as a Fractional CMO: Real Rates + The Biggest Mistakes I See","slug":"how-to-price-yourself-as-a-fractional-cmo-real-rates-the-biggest-mistakes-i-see-2","published_at":"2026-01-13T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344/how-to-price-yourself-as-a-fractional-cmo-real-rates-the-biggest-mistakes-i-see-2","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344","url":"https://www.risewithnavi.com/podcast","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3255e6e6-6af9-4674-ad95-7bff7316c48f.mp3","summary":"If you’re a Fractional CMO and you’ve ever wondered, “What should I be charging?”, this episode is for you. So many experienced marketers undercharge in this role, and it’s one of the biggest reasons Fractional CMOs feel overworked, underpaid, and burned out. In this episode, I break down: The core mindset shift around pricing that changes how clients perceive your value The real pricing ranges Fractional CMOs are charging — and when each range actually makes sense The two most common pricing models and which one I recommend The six biggest pricing mistakes that keep smart, experienced marketers undercharging — and how to fix them This conversation is about pricing at different levels of leadership in a way that reflects responsibility, decision-making, and ownership — and supports building a lucrative, sustainable Fractional CMO business where you’re paid appropriately for the role you’re doing. If you’ve been questioning your rates, feeling stretched thin, or sensing there’s a gap between the work you’re doing and what you’re being paid, this episode will give you the clarity you’ve been looking for. Ready to take the next step? If you’re ready to step into the Fractional CMO role but want support as you do it, Fractional CMO School is a 6-month coaching program + community to help you confidently land high-ticket clients and build a 6-figure (and beyond) business as a Fractional CMO. 🎓 Learn More → http://www.fractional-cmo-school.com/","meta_description":"If you’re a Fractional CMO and you’ve ever wondered, “What should I be charging?”, this episode is for you. So many experienced marketers undercharge in t…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":767,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/cmo-school-7223344/episodes/how-to-price-yourself-as-a-fractional-cmo-real-rates-the-biggest-mistakes-i-see-2/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/cmo-school-7223344/how-to-price-yourself-as-a-fractional-cmo-real-rates-the-biggest-mistakes-i-see-2.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}