The day is finally here, Megan!
Episode one of the ONLY podcast for Seconds-In-Command of founder-led companies dropped yesterday on all platforms! They're bite-sized, but packed with value. (You know when you read a business book that feels 200 pages too long? That's not us.)
In this inaugural episode of The Right-Hand Roadmap, we dive into the seven COO archetypes from the iconic HBR article Second in Command: The Misunderstood Role of the Chief Operating Officer, and be guided through reflection questions for each type. Click here to listen! >>
In this episode you will:
✅ Explore the COO's role in relation to the CEO, and the origin of the seven COO archetypes
✅ Receive practical self-reflection questions for COOs based on their specific role
✅ Reflect on the dynamics of co-leadership scenarios
✅ Learn the importance of succession planning
...and so much more. So click the link above or find on your favorite podcast platform to listen!
🎧What We’re Listening To
The first episode of The Right-Hand Roadmap, obviously!
Asynchronous communication is our new favorite topic, especially with remote workforces. In this Founder's Journal episode, you'll learn how to avoid time-wasting meetings and successfully build a remote culture.
📚What We’re Reading
A recent study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology suggests that your team thinks you're a less-effective leader if you ruminate about work in the evenings.
Five New Year's resolutions, but for leading your team.
A founding member of HGTV, Traci Schubert Barrett was left unfulfilled in her wildly successful corporate career. In What If There's More?: Finding Significance Beyond Success, she presents a framework to creating a step-by-step map for a significant and meaningful life.
💻What We’re Using
2024 is the year we're actually buckling down and documenting processes...but loathe writing SOP's. We've been obsessed with Tango's ability to automatically generate guides and workflows (including screenshots!)
Have an incredible week,
Your friends at Second First
(where the Second-In-Command comes first)