Ep. 411 - How To Manage A New COO and Warning Signs They're Not The Right Fit
Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief
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In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron explores the critical yet often overlooked phase of employee onboarding.
He argues that the time spent recruiting and interviewing should be matched by an equally intensive onboarding period. By thoroughly immersing new hires in the company's culture, processes, and people, organizations can set them up for success and prevent the overwhelming confusion that comes from being thrown into the deep end.
From meeting key team members and sitting in on various departmental meetings to understanding the company's core values and long-term vision, Cameron outlines a comprehensive 90-day plan.
The episode offers valuable insights into refining the hiring process to avoid common pitfalls and emphasizes the importance of ongoing mentorship and clear communication for sustaining a thriving workplace culture.
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In This Episode You'll Learn:
- Why spending as much time onboarding as on recruiting can make a significant difference. (0:00)
- The value of having new hires sit in on various company meetings to observe and take notes. (1:33)
- The importance of tackling low-effort, high-impact projects first to build trust and confidence within the team. (4:30)
- Why a strong interview process can eliminate the need for a 90-day evaluation period. (5:44)
- The difference between mentoring and coaching, and why mentoring might be more beneficial for leaders. (8:06)
- And much more...
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