Can I hire one person to do both roles?

It’s rare. Business development and operations require different skills and focus. Trying to combine them often leads to burnout or poor results.

How long does ramp-up usually take?

Expect 3 to 6 months before a new hire is fully productive.

Consider outsourced business development or fractional operations support through partners like Skaale.

Agencies typically charge 15% to 25% of the first year’s salary.

Hiring mistakes are costly. That’s why starting with a paid audit or sprint can reduce risk.

The skaale journal

3 August 2026 4 min read