
 The Operations Room: A Podcast for COO’s 12. Decoding the CEO-COO Relationship: Strategies to Thrive
 Oct 12, 2023 
 46:16 
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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