When is the right time to bring in a c o o? What are some of the areas that might seem like the right time, but it actually isn't? I was interim leader of every function that i led at twich other than our content function. It's rare you see a season ceo hier a c oo. They prefer to spend their time on a certain range of functions and they want somebody else that they trust to take other things off their hands.
Our guest is Sara Clemens, most recently COO of Twitch and former COO of Pandora.
In this interview, we explore the nuances of the COO role, which can vary drastically across different companies. We cover:
- The three main COO archetypes and which sorts of folks are best suited for those roles.
- The tactical elements of being a COO, including Sara’s advice for what good strategy actually looks like, and how to truly create a no-blame culture.
- Sara’s lessons on keeping pace as a company doubles in size, including her tips on sketching out “decision rights.”
- Guidance for CEOs considering bringing on a COO to the executive suite.
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