You don’t need more meetings, you need systems that work, priorities that stick, and work that ships. I help startups make progress without burning out their team or runway.
Don’t just take my word for it — here’s what leaders across the org have to say.
Scrappy but scattered. Struggling to scale output without burning out the team.
Spreadsheets, Slack threads, and mental notes. Breaking as the team grows.
Things fall through the cracks. Projects stall between teams.
Stuck in the weeds. Always busy but not making progress. Holding up the team.
Runs like clockwork, fewer bottlenecks, better briefs, and a team that delivers at scale.
Lightweight, scalable tools that make things feel easy. Not just another job to manage.
Seamless handoffs and shared systems align across teams for real momentum.
Operating at your altitude. Delegating with confidence. Actually making space to grow.
Speed is good. Clarity is better. Together, they’re unstoppable.
Prioritize what actually drives growth by cutting through noise and friction.
Build lightweight systems that match your pace to unlock real momentum.
Turn ideas into action with workflows that keep teams unblocked and moving.
Make faster, better decisions by surfacing the right info at the right time.
Align creative, marketing, and ops around shared goals and clear handoffs.
Bring order to the mess with systems tailored to how your team actually works.
Eliminate busywork and last-minute scrambles with smarter processes.
Know what’s working (and what’s not) through simple, actionable reporting.
Hi, I’m Sean Reibeling — the Sean behind Stuff by Sean. I’m a business operations and marketing leader with over a decade of experience helping early-stage startups scale smarter and operate cleaner.
My background spans everything from building marketing functions from scratch to scaling operational systems that supported a Series A to 8-figure acquisition journey. My specialty? Creating clear, lightweight processes that reduce friction, clarify ownership, and accelerate execution—without turning your team into a burnt out bureaucracy.
Whether it’s improving how teams collaborate, streamlining creative workflows, or making sure operations aren’t holding growth back, I bring structure that moves at the speed of your business.
Proudly based in Halifax, working with startups across Canada and beyond.
Years Ops Experience
Projects Launched
Failures to Launch
Stuff by Sean is a solo consultancy where I act as your Fractional Business Ops lead or Chief of Staff. I help fast-growing startups build the systems, workflows, and clarity they need to scale without burning out their team or runway.
I step into the chaos, spot the operational friction points your team’s too deep in the weeds to see, and design practical, fast-moving solutions. Whether it’s untangling a messy creative process, bringing visibility to who's doing what (and when), or making sure your strategic priorities actually turn into shipped work—I make the machine run smoother. I don’t just advise—I build, implement, and iterate alongside you.
The ones that slow you down. Bloated creative processes. Fuzzy ownership. “Quick asks” that turn into full projects. I bring speed and structure to messy operations—so your team can focus on the work that actually moves the needle.
Fast. I don’t need onboarding docs or a two-week ramp. I’ll sit in your Slack, join key calls, and spot the friction points you’ve been too busy to fix. Then I design and implement solutions—often within days.
I step in to take operational weight off your shoulders—so you can focus on leading, not chasing tasks. My process is built to deliver quick wins, sustainable systems, and compounding clarity.
For you? Less managing, more momentum
Startups at the “oh shit, we’re growing” stage. Usually Seed to Series A, often DTC, beauty, or consumer brands—but if your team is overwhelmed and operating off vibes, we’ll get along just fine.
Yes, and I speak both Creative and Performance fluently. I’ve built marketing functions from scratch and helped creative teams cut lead times by 25% without sacrificing quality. If the work isn’t flowing smoothly between teams, I’ll fix that.
If we’re a fit, I can start within a week. Most clients see meaningful improvements in the first 10 days. I move fast—but only in the right direction.
Flat monthly rates or project-based pricing—no fluff, no surprises. If we can’t tie my work to tangible ROI, I won’t take the engagement. See service breakdown below.
If you’re a founder who isn’t ready to let go of every detail, a team that loves a meeting to plan a meeting, or a company more obsessed with process than progress — I’m probably not a fit. I move fast, breaking things and building things at a pace you likely won't be comfortable with.
Speed is good. Clarity is better. These options give you both.
Discovery Call
Let’s talk through what’s not working and how I can help.
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Spot Solutions
Targeted fixes for high-friction problems.
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Ongoing Partnership
High-impact Fractional support embedded in your team.
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Whether you’re dealing with operational chaos or just feeling stuck, I’ll help you cut through the noise. Let’s find the fastest path to clarity.