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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 34 MIN

Fractional Work and the Rise of Global Talent with David Barnette

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In this episode of Strategic Shift, Christy Honeycutt speaks with David Barnette, Co-Founder and President of Avant Executive Search, about the rise of fractional work and global talent. David shares how companies are rethinking traditional full-time roles, when fractional leadership makes sense, and how borderless work is expanding access to talent and opportunity around the world.   Timestamps: 00:50 Meet David Barnette 02:13 Career Journey Highlights 04:48 Why Private Equity Appeals 06:17 Who Thrives in PE 08:08 Coaching for PE Success 10:43 Fractional Work Rising 13:10 Fractional vs Full Time Planning 17:13 Hybrid Remote Expectations 19:36 Trust and Performance Management 26:54 Borderless Work and Global Talent Connect with David Barnette: Avant Executive Search & Talent Advisory LinkedIn Connect with Christy Honeycutt: LinkedIn  Tune in for real conversations, fresh insights, and strategies that actually help you stay ahead. Follow now and start making your own strategic shift. Is your organization prepared for the Future of Work? Learn more: https://www.pepelwerk.com/build-my-future-workforce/ Facing a strategic shift? Send us fan mail, we’d love to hear from you.

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In this episode of Strategic Shift, Christy Honeycutt speaks with David Barnette, Co-Founder and President of Avant Executive Search, about the rise of fractional work and global talent. David shares how companies are rethinking traditional full-time roles, when fractional leadership makes sense, and how borderless work is expanding access to talent and opportunity around the world. Timestamps: 00:50 Meet David Barnette 02:13 Career Journey Highlights 04:48 Why...

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