Blog Content for COOs & Leaders
How COOs Can Prevent Burnout (Without Burning Out Themselves)
Burnout isn’t just an employee problem.It happens at the leadership level too — and COOs are especially...
Vivid Vision: How to Align Your Company on a 3-Year Future
Most companies have a mission statement. But ask 10 employees what the company is building toward, and...
Scaling from 50 to 500 Employees: Why the COO Role Becomes Critical
Every founder dreams of growth.But there’s a dangerous stage most companies hit — the leap from 50 to...
How COOs Drive Culture Without Overshadowing the CEO
When people think about company culture, they usually picture the CEO setting the tone.But behind the...
The Biggest Mistakes CEOs Make When Onboarding a COO
Hiring a COO is a big milestone for any company.Done right, it unlocks growth, alignment, and freedom...
COO vs. CFO vs. CTO: How to Build the Perfect Executive Team
As companies scale, the leadership team gets more complex.Suddenly, it’s not just a CEO making...
The 12 Leadership Skills Every Manager Must Master
Most leadership problems aren’t about attitude.They’re about skill gaps. Your managers aren’t broken —...
When Is the Right Time to Hire a COO?
If you ask 10 CEOs when they hired their first COO, you’ll hear 10 very different timelines.Some bring...
What Does a Chief Operating Officer Actually Do?
If you ask 10 companies to define the COO role, you’ll get 10 different answers.That’s because the...
The COO’s Guide to Prioritization: How to Lead When Everything Feels Urgent
When you’re the Chief Operating Officer, everything lands on your desk eventually — and most of it...
The Case for Extended Time Off: How High-Level Leaders Recharge and Return Stronger
If you’re leading at the executive level, chances are you’ve earned the right to take a break — but you...
From Passive to Proactive: How to Create a Culture of Ownership on Your Leadership Team
When leadership feels more like babysitting than collaboration, there’s a problem. Too often, COOs and...
5 Common Mistakes Leaders Make When Writing a Vivid Vision (And How to Avoid Them)
You already believe in the power of a Vivid Vision®. You’ve read the book, or heard Cameron Herold...
Boosting Team Morale Without Burning Out Your Leaders
Every leader knows the feeling: tight deadlines, urgent deliverables, and a team pushing at full speed....
Mastering Delegation: How Great Leaders Empower Their Teams
As a high-level leader, your impact goes far beyond your personal achievements — it's about how you...
7 Proven Strategies for Effective Decision-Making in Leadership Roles
Are you confident in your decision-making skills as a leader? In leadership roles, effective...
How Does the Chief Operating Officer Influence Strategy?
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing a company’s strategy....
How to Be a Chief Operating Officer: 16 Disciplines for Success
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) role is one of the most dynamic and challenging positions in any...
Can a CFO Also Be a COO?
In the corporate world, the roles of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Chief Operating Officer (COO)...
How to Become a COO of a Company
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) role is one of the most dynamic and impactful positions in any...