In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli sits down with Cameron Herold, a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and author of the book The Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO. With a wealth of experience as a COO and having coached numerous companies worldwide, Cameron shares his invaluable insights on the critical role of the COO and how to create a high-performing CEO-COO dynamic.

Throughout the conversation, Cameron dives deep into the complexities of the COO role and the importance of finding the perfect match for the CEO. He emphasizes the need for clear communication, trust, and a shared vision to build a successful partnership that can navigate the ever-changing business landscape.

Drawing from his own experiences and the lessons learned from working with diverse organizations, Cameron Herold offers practical advice on how to identify the right COO for your company, onboard them effectively, and nurture a relationship that maximizes the potential of both the CEO and COO.

Actionable Takeaways:

• Discover the key characteristics to look for when hiring a COO and how to ensure they complement your strengths and weaknesses as a CEO.
• Learn the secrets to building a strong CEO-COO relationship that can withstand the challenges of rapid growth and change.
• Hear how successful companies like Shopify have leveraged the CEO-COO dynamic to achieve incredible results.
• Gain insights into the evolving role of the COO and how to adapt your leadership approach to stay ahead of the curve.
• Understand the importance of clear communication and trust in fostering a productive partnership between the CEO and COO.
• Explore the concept of "yin and yang" leadership and how it can help you create a balanced and effective executive team.
• Learn how to navigate the challenges of onboarding a new COO and setting them up for success from day one.
• Discover the power of regular check-ins and "date nights" in maintaining a strong CEO-COO relationship over time.

Connect with Cameron Herold

Cameron Herold Website  

COO Alliance 

The Second in Command: Unleash The Power of Your COO 

Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:

Mahan Tavakoli Website

Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn

Partnering Leadership Website