Scott Adams shares how he went from working in pro sports and leading teams at Exos and Mayo Clinic to offering fractional COO and Chief of Staff services. He explains the difference between COO and Chief of Staff roles, how he helps companies realign strategy and improve efficiency, and why real listening is key to building trust. Scott also talks through how he approaches discovery calls, setting bold goals with clients, and why leaders should focus on small improvements that add up over time.Links Mentioned:Scott Adams' WebsiteConnect with Scott Adam on LinkedInFree Resources:Strategic Planning Checklist Chief of Staff Skills Assessment ChecklistA Day in the Life of a Chief of StaffChief of Staff Toolkit Get in Touch With Emily:Connect on LinkedInFollow on YouTubeLearn more about coaching Sign up for the newsletterClarity Call with Emily Who Am I?If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.  Time Stamps:00:42 Scott Adams' Unique Career Path01:36 Launching Wellness Services and Scaling02:51 Founding Adams Consulting Firm03:48 Understanding Client Needs and Fit05:27 Scaling Companies and Growth Challenges10:01 COO vs. Chief of Staff Roles17:54 Balancing Multiple Engagements19:10 Value of Knowledge Over Time22:37 Building Relationships Across Multiple Companies24:06 Listening and Engaging with Teams26:19 Transitioning from Listening to Action29:12 Empowering Teams and Encouraging Self-Sufficiency31:39 The Role and Impact of a Fractional Chief of Staff37:26 Setting Ambitious Goals and Measuring Progress40:24 The Importance of Incremental Improvement41:57 Final Thoughts and Key Takeaways

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