Removing the Bottleneck: Is Your Business Ready for a Second In Command? with Kara Barnes

As your business grows, so do the demands on your time and energy.

The very thing you've nurtured and cultivated now requires more than just your solo efforts to thrive.

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of a second-in-command and explore why it can be the next critical step in taking your business to new heights. To shed light on this topic, we've invited Kara Barnes, a seasoned expert in fractional integration and CEO of Backstage Ops, to share her invaluable insights.

During our conversation, Kara unravels the reasons, benefits, and signs that indicate your business is ready for a second-in-command. She also provides practical strategies for enhancing accountability and fostering a culture of ownership within your organization.


In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The importance of accountability in teams and businesses
• How to design a second-in-command relationship
• The financial readiness required for leadership roles

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Rick Mulready’s Links:

• Visit Rick’s website
• DM Rick on Instagram
• Full episodes of The Art of Online Business Podcast on YouTube

Kwadwo [QUĀY.jo] Sampany-Kessie’s Links:

• Grab the Facebook Ads Lead Gen Cheat Code course to cut your lead costs and double your email list!
• Visit Kwadwo’s website for Facebook Ads help
• Visit Kwadwo's website to learn how he can hire a VA for you:
  https://quayjo.com/hireyourva
• Say hi to Kwadwo on Instagram

Kara Barnes’s Links:

• Book a call with Kara
• Know more about Kara Barnes
• Visit Backstage Ops

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
02:18 - About Kara Barnes
03:05 - The role of vision in integration and scalability
06:42 - The value of fractional experts in small business success
11:56 - Operations and metrics: keys to success
14:00 - Measuring operational success in business
18:07 - The importance of accountability for small businesses
22:22 - The benefits of hiring a manager for improved results
23:20 - Elevating your business with higher-level support
27:45 - How an integrator can help build a successful business funnel