#12: You Are Who You Spend Time With

The Power of Proximity in Habits & Success. Inspired by a favorite read, “Atomic Habits” by James Clear, we discuss the impact of our social environment on our habits and success: the close, the many, and the powerful. Clear discusses how we tend to mirror the habits of those around us, particularly the “close” individuals […]

#11: Do You Need an EA or a COO?

Executive Assistant vs. Chief Operating Officer: When to Make the Leap. In today’s episode, we delve into a critical topic that often arises when scaling a small business: the distinction between hiring an Executive Assistant (EA) or a Chief Operating Officer (COO). This is a common conversation we have with founders navigating growth, especially as […]

#10: Interviewing For an Executive Position

Mastering Executive Interviews: Tips for Aspiring Second-in-Commands. Interviewing for an executive role can be full of complicated dynamics and intricacies. If you’re aiming for a new leadership position, host Megan Long shares invaluable advice and prepares you for the unexpected challenges that might come your way. With personal anecdotes and actionable insights, this episode covers […]

#9: Adding Revenue Fast This Quarter

Boost Your Bottom Line: Generating Quick Revenue Injections for Small Businesses. Have you ever wished you could generate revenue into your business quickly – like, this month? Even if it’s nonrecurring revenue, just have some extra cash injected into your business? There are creative and effective methods to inject immediate revenue into your small business. Host […]

#8: Finding Your Flow Zone

Navigating the Flow Zone for COOs and Second-in-Commands. The “Flow Zone” refers to a psychological state where a person is fully immersed and focused on an activity – there’s a sense of energized focus, complete involvement and enjoyment. It is often described as being “in the zone”. In this episode, we take a deep dive […]

#7: Parallels Between Athletes and Corporate Leaders

The Winning Mindset: Athlete’s Lessons for Corporate Leaders. In this episode of “The Right-Hand Roadmap,” dive into the parallels between an athlete’s mindset and corporate leadership. Host Megan Long, a former competitive bodybuilder turned entrepreneur, shares invaluable lessons from her journey as a pro athlete that seamlessly apply to the professional world. Discover practical insights […]

#6: Transitioning from Corporate to an Entrepreneurial Company

Navigating the Leap from Large Corporation to Small Business. In this episode, explore the transitional shift as a leader from big corporate to small businesses. Many small entrepreneurial businesses hire externally for executive roles, especially new positions that they add. This often means experienced candidates are coming from larger organizations, which means facing a sizable […]

#5: Q&A: Absent CEO’s, Managing Older Generations, Holding Multiple Roles & Maintaining Self-Care

First Listener-Submitted Q&A: Absent CEOs, Managing Older Generations, Holding Multiple Roles, and Maintaining Self-Care. Dive into the first quarterly Q&A of “The Right-Hand Roadmap” where COOs and Seconds-In-Command tackle listeners’ pressing questions. In this episode, listeners can expect a dynamic Q&A session addressing key challenges faced by Seconds-In-Command. From dealing with remote CEOs affecting company […]

#4: Saying “No” To Your CEO’s Ideas

The Delicate Balance of Saying “No” To Your CEO’s Ideas While Fostering Collaboration. Explore the challenges of handling a CEO’s myriad ideas and learn essential strategies to transform them into actionable plans. This episode empowers operations executives to provide valuable input, prioritize initiatives, and collaborate effectively with visionary leaders without sacrificing their unique strengths.. You’ll […]

#3: The Three Problems with COO Peer Groups

How To Bring Positive Change to COO Peer Groups & Organizations. There are very few peer groups and organizations specializing in the Second-In-Command. Through personal experiences, there are three common problems that been them from being as valuable and successful as they should be. In this episode we explore how to unlock the potential of […]