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How to Start a Fractional Human Resource Startup | Sproutwise | Abby Gates

·1 hr 54 min·5 clips
Abby Gates burst into tears when her company was acquired, heartbroken over losing a CEO who saw potential she didn't.
Abby Gates, founder of Sproutwise, discusses her journey from HR roles at fast-growth tech companies to starting a fractional HR startup. She shares insights on building people systems, managing founder anxiety, and navigating four company exits, while addressing DEI challenges and the importance of empathy in leadership.

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A practical look at Sproutwise as a short-term people ops lift for early-stage teams.

Abby Gates frames Sproutwise as a people culture studio for early-stage teams that need to hire smarter, onboard faster, and build systems that hold up as they grow.

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You need a people system that can keep up before growth outruns the team.

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