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# Choose the approach by the actual decision, not the provider's label

A founder buying a second opinion on a pivot has a different requirement from a founder needing a fractional leader to carry out a strategy. The test is **the decision to be made, evidence to be produced, and interests to disclose**. Published supplier offers confirm that coaching, financial modelling, talent marketplaces and portfolio circles serve materially different needs. [Reboot Portfolio Circles](https://www.reboot.io/service/portfolio-circles/) [Burkland: Strategic Finance for Startups](https://burklandassociates.com/services/strategic-finance/) [Business Talent Group — talent marketplace](https://businesstalentgroup.com/talent/)