How can I facilitate workplace communication as a chief operating officer -Andrew Graham

In this episode Andy Davis talks to Andrew Graham, the C.O.O at Blippar. They talk about dismantling communication barriers in large companies, the role of a C.O.O and managing your own career progression.

Andrew Graham is an experienced chief operations officer with a demonstrated history of working in the Financial Services, Technology, Digital marketing and advertising industry. Andrew is a Strong business development professional skilled in Corporate Finance, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, and Venture Capital. Show notes:

1.07 Cultural differences between the US, UK, other countries and the importance of effective communication.

4.39 When in your career did you get to the point where you had to liaise with various different departments and people.

7.26 Does it help to have an open dialogue before meetings to ensure both parties understand how each other is communicating.

9.09 Discussing the role of C.O.O.

12.17 The importance of having clarity of vision when working at a high level in a large company.

14.55 C.O.O’s and their role in start-ups.

16.20 Going to a position to add value to a company and learn at the same time.

18.44 Managing your career progression and talking moving companies.

21.28 Discussing people's approaches to working life when hiring staff.

23.58 Looking at the economic impact of having a broader set of industries contributing to GDP.

25.56 Was focusing on a product a motivator for you latter in your career after moving away from banking?

28.30 Would you encourage people early on in their careers to see out start-ups and small businesses?

32.09 When you look at the industry what technologies are exciting for you?