The Right-Hand Roadmap

By Megan Long

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The Right-Hand Roadmap is the only podcast for Seconds-In-Command of founder-led companies. I’m your host Megan Long, an award-winning executive & entrepreneur, pro athlete, and owner of Second First. Together we explore the unique world of being a #2 Leader in entrepreneurial companies. This is the place where we dive into the challenges, opportunities, and strategies that can help you excel in your role.

Our mission is clear: to transform the relationships between entrepreneurs and, you, their Second-In-Command. We’ll cover a wide range of topics, from navigating your relationship with the founder to mastering the role through best practice knowledge, tools, and insights you need to thrive in your position.

But this podcast isn’t just about learning; it’s also about being part of a community. This role is lonely and often misunderstood - together we’re stronger and supported in ways we can’t find within our companies or at home.

If you’re ready to embark on a journey of growth, l...

Episode Date
#61: How COOs Turn Mistakes Into Competitive Advantages
Mar 24, 2026
#60: The One Common Trait of High-Growth 7 & 8-Figure Companies
Feb 26, 2026
#59: What It's Really Like Doing Business with You
Feb 12, 2026
#58: Stop Wasting Money on AI Tools: Why Operators Need Skepticism in Their Tech Stack
Feb 05, 2026
#57: Two Delegation Secrets That Will Transform How You Lead Your Team
Jan 29, 2026
#56: From Doer to Leader: Training Managers at Every Level of Your Organization with Ryan Castle
Jan 20, 2026
#55: I'm Running the Company, So Why Don't I Feel "Seen"?
Aug 26, 2025
#54: The "I'm Too Busy" Trap
Aug 07, 2025
#53: 5 Problems to Solve Before You Grow
Jun 19, 2025
#52: No Bullsh*t Strategy: How to Clear Competition and Craft a Profit-Driven Strategy with Alex M H Smith
Jun 03, 2025
#51: Determine What to Delegate to Scale & Successfully Work with a Remote VA with Kimeran Johnson
May 22, 2025
#50: Fifty Things I Wish I Knew as a COO (Rapid Fire)
May 13, 2025
#49: The Lead-Gen Blueprint for SMBs & Perfecting an Outsourcing Partnership with Cindy Dodd
May 01, 2025
#48: De-Risking the Business as a Second-In-Command
Apr 22, 2025
#47. Financial Planning for Six-Figure Earners & Compensation Plan Pitfalls with Brenton Harrison
Apr 08, 2025
#46: Employee-Generated Content & How to Start Building a Personal Brand Online
Apr 03, 2025
#45: Q&A: Early Stage Priorities, Scaling in Anticipation of Growth, and Employees That Just Don't Care
Mar 27, 2025
#44: Keep It Brief: Conciseness Is an Essential Leadership Skill
Mar 18, 2025
#43: Quarterly Planning Prework
Mar 04, 2025
#42: Being Second-In-Command to Your Spouse & How to Win in Family and Business with "Chief Matriarch" Amy Stasiukaitis
Feb 25, 2025
#41: EA vs. Chief of Staff vs. COO & Maximizing the Partnership with Founders with Hallie Warner
Feb 18, 2025
#40: Why Am I Becoming Less Confident Over Time?
Feb 11, 2025
#39: Strategic Networking as an Executive: Making Your Dream Connections
Feb 04, 2025
#38: Gain 20% of Employee Time Back & Manage "Digital Chaos" with Shawn Lemon
Jan 28, 2025
#37: Three Phrases to Add to Your Toolbox
Jan 21, 2025
#36: Set Accurate Revenue Goals
Jan 14, 2025
#35: Building a Professional Membership
Jan 07, 2025
#34: Five Gifts I Gave Myself This Year
Dec 31, 2024
#33: REPLAY: Unlock the Power of Your Second-In-Command Webinar
Dec 03, 2024
#32: Q&A: Measuring Your Success, Hiring a Second-In-Command, & Favorite Apps
Nov 26, 2024
#31: What To Do When You've Hit Your Ceiling
Nov 19, 2024
#30: My Story & the Origin of Second First
Nov 12, 2024
#29: AI Prompts to Make Your Life Easier as a COO
Nov 05, 2024
#28: Staying Focused on the Big Picture
Oct 29, 2024
#27: Setting Boundaries with a CEO as their Second-In-Command
Oct 22, 2024
#26: How To Create Your Perfect Schedule
Oct 15, 2024
#25: My First Business & Unequal Partnerships
Oct 08, 2024
#24: Take Your CEO/COO Partnership to the Next Level
Oct 01, 2024
#23: 2024 Second First Exchange Mastermind Recap
Sep 24, 2024
#22: Q&A: The Entrepreneur Stereotype, Must-Read Books, & Leadership Mishires
Sep 17, 2024
#21: Make The Most of Q4: Finish The Year Strong
Sep 10, 2024
#20: Decode Your CEO: How an Entrepreneur Thinks
Sep 03, 2024
#19: The Four Mandatory Meetings
Aug 27, 2024
#18: Catch-Up From Summer Break: Behind the Scenes of Second First
Aug 20, 2024
#17: Reengaging Disengaged Leaders
Apr 30, 2024
#16: Q&A: Compliance Risk, Finding Employment, and Feeling Held Back
Apr 23, 2024
#15: Going Dark: Why We Ghost Our Boss
Apr 16, 2024
#14: Financial Moves to Impress Your CEO
Apr 09, 2024
#13: Avoid Burnout: The 7 Types of Rest
Apr 02, 2024
#12: You Are Who You Spend Time With
Mar 26, 2024
#11: Do You Need an EA or a COO?
Mar 19, 2024
#10: Interviewing For an Executive Role
Mar 12, 2024
#9: Adding Revenue Fast This Quarter
Mar 05, 2024
#8: Finding Your Flow Zone
Feb 27, 2024
#7: Parallels Between Athletes and Corporate Leaders
Feb 20, 2024
#6: Transitioning from Corporate to an Entrepreneurial Company
Feb 13, 2024
#5: Q&A: Absent CEOs, Managing Older Generations, Holding Multiple Roles, and Maintaining Self-Care
Feb 06, 2024
#4: Saying ”No” To Your CEO’s Ideas
Jan 30, 2024
#3: The Three Problems with COO Peer Groups
Jan 23, 2024
#2: Entrepreneurs Shouldn’t Delegate to Their Second-In-Command
Jan 16, 2024
#1: Which of the Seven Types of COO Are You?
Jan 09, 2024