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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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