Episode 12

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12th Oct 2023

12. Decoding the CEO-COO Relationship: Strategies to Thrive

In this episode we discuss the topic of: Decoding the CEO-COO Relationship: Strategies to Thrive Our special guest is Scott Gellman, COO of Nowsta. We discuss the following:

  • How do you think the role of a COO differs from that of a CFO in terms of responsibilities and dynamics with the CEO
  • How do you think the power dynamic between CEO and COO can affect decision-making and the overall functioning of an organization?
  • How can effective communication positively impact the working relationship between a CEO and a COO?
  • How do you think gender dynamics can influence the working relationship between a CEO and a COO?
  • Why do you think managing the relationship with the CEO during difficult times or crises is particularly crucial in maintaining an effective working relationship?
  • What interview questions do you think would be important to ask to assess compatibility and potential challenges in the working relationship?
  • What do you think are some key principles for establishing and maintaining a successful working relationship between a CEO and a COO?

References: 

The First 90 Days, Updated and Expanded: Proven Strategies for Getting Up to Speed Faster and Smarter. https://amzn.eu/d/0YDQcpH



Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-gellman-9622634/



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We are the COO coaches to help you successfully scale in this new world where efficiency is as important as growth. Remember when valuations were 3-10x ARR and money wasn’t free? We do. Each week we share our experiences and bring in scale up experts and operational leaders to help you navigate both the burning operational issues and the larger existential challenges. Beth Ayers is the former COO of Peak AI, NewVoiceMedia and Codilty and has helped raise over $200m from top funds - Softbank, Bessemer, TCV, MCC, Notion and Oxx. Brandon Mensinga is the former COO of Signal AI and Trint.

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