A conversation: Scrappy vs. Sophisticated

The video features a conversation between host Jack Tompkins and guest Tina Dao, founder of Liberated Leaders, a boutique fractional COO firm. The discussion explores Dao's career journey, her professional philosophy, and her approach to business. Scrappy vs. Sophisticated: Dao explains that her success stems from understanding the tension between being "scrappy" (agile, startup-focused) and "sophisticated" (process-driven, tested). She emphasizes that the ability to navigate between these two polarities is crucial depending on the stage of a company or industry.

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Tina Dao is founder of Liberated Leaders, she partners with business owners and decision-makers to ease the burden of company leadership and embrace the discipline needed to create long-term value. With COO and fractional COO experience, Tina has a wealth of knowledge in technology, operations, strategy, and leadership development. She is a trusted advisor to multiple CEOs, helping them navigate challenges, optimize their businesses, and achieve sustainable growth. Find out more about Tina on our About page.

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