by Tatiana Resende | May 12, 2026 | 2nd in Command, Business
Complementary Leadership Drives Results Many CEOs hire leaders who think like them. It feels efficient. Communication is easier. Decisions happen quickly. But similarity creates blind spots. When leaders share the same instincts, the same risks get ignored. The... 
by Tatiana Resende | May 6, 2026 | 2nd in Command, Business
Agreement Is Not Alignment Many CEOs value alignment with their COO. It feels efficient. It reduces friction. Decisions move quickly. But constant agreement is not a sign of strength. It is often a sign that the COO is not fully stepping into the role. A true operator... 
by Tatiana Resende | Apr 21, 2026 | 2nd in Command, COO
The Role Was Designed to Lead, Not Assist Many CEOs describe the COO as someone who will help. Help with operations, with execution and take work off their plate. That framing is where the problem begins. A COO is not there to assist the CEO. The COO is there to run... 
by Tatiana Resende | Apr 16, 2026 | 2nd in Command, COO
Misalignment Starts at the Top When a COO underperforms, most CEOs look at the person’s skills, experience and fit. But the issue often starts earlier.It starts with how the role was defined. If expectations are unclear, inconsistent, or unrealistic, even a strong... 
by Tatiana Resende | Apr 14, 2026 | 2nd in Command, COO, People
A Different Kind of Leadership Room COO Alliance® Connect in Vancouver was not built for passive learning.It was designed for operators who carry execution daily and want to get better at it. From the first session, the tone was clear.This was a room for honesty,... 
by Tatiana Resende | Apr 10, 2026 | 2nd in Command, COO
Execution Does Not Pause for Clarity In many companies, leaders wait for direction before acting.They look to the CEO for answers, approval, or alignment. Great COOs operate differently. They understand that execution cannot stall while clarity is being refined. They...
