The relationship between the co and the c o o is really the foundation to how well the company will work. What do they enjoy spending their time on, versus areas that they really lose energy doing? I think that is the question you can ask of a co that will help them think about functional assistence. And so what are their super powers? How much time do they get to spend doing the things that are their super power?
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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