I was intrigued by the concept of the second in command after watching #TheFounder. Harry J. Sonneborn's pivotal role in guiding #RayCrock to realize he was in Real Estate, not Hamburgers, left a lasting impression. Sonneborn, later the first President of #McDonald's Corporation, exemplified the power of strategic insight in leadership. Currently engrossed in 'The Second in Command' by CAMERON HEROLD, a must-read for business owners. The book emphasizes the crucial support a COO provides as businesses expand. Having been a second in command myself before becoming #President, I understand the significance of this role firsthand. One key takeaway from the book is embracing #MichaelGerber's (The #emyth revisited ) timeless wisdom: "People don't fail—systems fail." This underscores the critical role of a competent COO in optimizing operational systems for success. Reflecting on my journey, I encourage you to ponder: Who supports you in your business endeavors? Could you identify your ideal second in command? Share your thoughts—I'm eager to engage in this discussion.
Shachar Perlman
4mo
Another important read to understand the importance of getting help. This #HBR article gives a $$ price to the tasks that need to be takes care in most businesses. Please take a look how valuable is your time! https://hbr.org/2020/04/productivity-skills-to-help-you-gain-time-back
Menashe Hershtik
4mo
"People don't fail—systems fail." Requires a lot of thought
Eti Eliassi
4mo
Thank you Shachar for the recomendation list. We keep saying that every business require a system, but defenetly - any system require flexability and adaptation.
Helping business owners to grow their business so it can run without them
4moAs I keep reading this great book by CAMERON HEROLD Here is another important part - hire a VA (EA ) - help from someone that can really free some valuable time for you. First up, if all you’re really trying to do is to get shit done and free up time, try hiring an EA. It sometimes drives me crazy when people say, “I need a COO.” No, what they need is someone who actually has time to do stuff—in which case, they should try an EA, who comes a lot cheaper than a COO. They need someone to get a lot of their tasks off their plate. You may have come across the old business saying that I first heard from my friend Jack Daly: “If you don’t have an assistant, you are one.” Herold, Cameron. The Second in Command: Unleash the Power of Your COO (pp. 77-78). Happy to read your thoughts.