#22: Q&A: The Entrepreneur Stereotype, Must-Read Books, & Leadership Mishires

2024-09-17

Navigating entrepreneurs that don't fit the stereotypes, reading recommendations, and the importance of a new leader's onboarding. In this quarter's Q&A episode of The Right-Hand Roadmap, we dive into the complexities that COOs and Seconds-In-Command often face when leading alongside non-traditional entrepreneurs. Not every CEO fits the visionary, fast-paced stereotype. We explore how to navigate these dynamics while still implementing the tools and strategies from Second First. Megan also shares three business books for any...

Navigating entrepreneurs that don't fit the stereotypes, reading recommendations, and the importance of a new leader's onboarding.

In this quarter's Q&A episode of The Right-Hand Roadmap, we dive into the complexities that COOs and Seconds-In-Command often face when leading alongside non-traditional entrepreneurs. Not every CEO fits the visionary, fast-paced stereotype. We explore how to navigate these dynamics while still implementing the tools and strategies from Second First.

Megan also shares three business books for any second-in-command looking to level up. These reads offer practical, no-nonsense advice on strategy, leadership, and client retention.

Finally, we tackle a common leadership challenge—what to do when you've hired someone who isn’t performing as expected. With strategies on how to reset expectations and establish a clear onboarding plan, this episode is a must-listen for any COO navigating similar leadership or strategic hurdles.

You'll hear all about:

00:44 - How to submit a question for future episodes
01:40 - Question 1: What to do when your CEO is not a typical visionary?
02:40 - How some entrepreneurs are content with maintaining a lifestyle business
03:18 - The seven types of second-in-command roles, including "the other half"
04:03 - CEOs as technical experts who prefer not to lead marketing and sales
04:26 - Applying CEO-level strategies as a second-in-command
05:00 - Question 2: Three must-read business books
05:59 - Megan shares her thoughts on long business books and recommends 3 titles
08:02 - Question 3: How to handle a leadership misfire after hiring someone new
08:37 - Importance of creating a detailed 90-day onboarding plan
09:36 - Pitfalls of hiring new leaders without a plan
09:59 - How to hit the reset button and realign a new leader with a 60-day plan

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Links mentioned in the episode:

No Bullshit Strategy by Alex M.H. Smith
The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan Heath
Never Lose a Customer Again by Joey Coleman
The First 90 Days by Michael Watkins
2006 Harvard Business Review article: "Second in Command: The Misunderstood Role of the COO"

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