Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief

Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief


Latest Episodes

Ep. 406 - Martell Media COO, Tod Melynk
August 29, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron is joined by Tod Melnyk, COO of Martell Media, Dan Martell's media production company.During the conversation, Tod reflects on the early days of his career and the valuable lessons he learned al

Ep. 405 - Q&A from CEOs & COOs: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a COO for Entrepreneurs
August 27, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron explores the pivotal moment when entrepreneurs consider hiring a COO. You'll discover three key motivations behind this decision: the pursuit of financial stability, reclaiming personal time, an

Ep. 404 - Q&A from CEOs & COOs: How Delegating Like A Boss Can Fire Up Your Bottom Line
August 22, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron explores the critical importance of delegation for high-level executives and business leaders. You'll learn why successful leaders should focus on tasks that align with their unique abiliti

Ep. 403 - Commonwealth Financial Network COO, Trap Kloman
August 20, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron is joined by Trap Kloman, the President and Chief Operating Officer of Commonwealth Financial Network.During the conversation, Cameron and Trap discuss the art of leadership and the nuanced stra

Ep. 402 - Ra Optics COO, Tim Jacobsen
August 13, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron is joined by Tim Jacobsen, COO of Ra Optics, as they dive into the intriguing world of innovative health solutions and entrepreneurial challenges. You'll learn how Ra Optics has attracted a

Ep. 401 - Q&A from CEOs & COOs: How To Reward Your Employees
August 08, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command, Cameron explores the often contentious topic of employee bonuses and their impact on motivation. Challenging traditional views, he argues that for seasoned professionals, performance-based bonuses can be m

Ep. 400 - Savannah Bananas President, Jared Orton
August 06, 2024

In this, the 400th episode of the Second in Command podcast, Cameron is joined by Jared Orton, President of the Savannah Bananas baseball team and traveling club.The conversation explores the innovative approach of a unique sports organization that has re

Ep. 399 - Q&A from CEOs & COOs: Optimizing Your Customer's Lifetime Value
August 01, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command, Cameron discusses the essential metrics and strategies for acquiring new customers. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the lifetime value of a customer and how this figure can inform decisions on mar

Ep. 398 - Q&A from CEOs & COOs: Why Coaching Is An Essential Skill In Leadership
July 25, 2024

In today's episode of the Second in Command, Cameron explores the critical importance of coaching within leadership development. He emphasizes the necessity for companies to invest in comprehensive training programs, akin to internal MBAs, to foster

Ep. 397 - Somewhere COO, Benjamin Surman
July 23, 2024

Today's episode of the Second in Command podcast features a conversation between Cameron and Benjamin Surman, Chief Operating Officer at Somewhere.com.During the conversation, Benjamin shares insights on how his company evolved and thrived amidst the chal