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 businessesHow to design a second-in-command relationshipThe financial readiness required for leadership rolesPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Rick Mulready’s Links:Visit Rick’s websiteDM Rick on InstagramFull episodes of The Art of Online Business Podcast on YouTubeKwadwo [QUĀY.jo] Sampany-Kessie’s Links:Have your funnel reviewed by Kwadwo! (best viewed on laptop)Grab one of the 50 Facebook Ads Lead Gen Cheat Code presale discount spots!Visit Kwadwo’s website for Facebook Ads helpVisit Kwadwo's website to learn how he can hire a VA for you:https://quayjo.com/hireyourvaSay hi to Kwadwo on InstagramKara Barnes’s Links:Book a call with KaraKnow more about Kara BarnesVisit Backstage OpsTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction02:18 - About Kara Barnes03:05 - The role of vision in integration and scalability06:42 - The value of fractional experts in small business success11:56 - Operations and metrics: keys to success14:00 - Measuring operational success in business18:07 - The importance of accountability for small businesses22:22 - The benefits of hiring a manager for improved results23:20 - Elevating your business with higher-level support27:45 - How an integrator can help build a successful business funnelBlack Friday Deal! Get 50% off the suite of courses!• Lead Gen Cheat Code• Tripwire Mastery• Funnel Optimization Blueprinthttps://quayjo.com/leads Get ThriveCart for life: https://rickmulready.com/thrivecart Discover the game-changing tools Kwadwo & Rick trust. Unlock them for your business: https://quayjo.com/toolsofthetrade