From Corporate to COO: Scaling Fast & Leading Fearlessly with Jessica Passmore Part 2

About this episode

Jessica Passmore discusses the transition from a doer to a strategic leader in the trades industry.

In this compelling conclusion to our two-part conversation with Jessica Passmore, we explore the vital transition from a "doer" to a strategic leader in a rapidly growing trades business. Jessica shares her expertise on building formal training pipelines for new hires and the importance of helping team members navigate the "red tape" of state licensing and testing. The discussion highlights the "identity crisis" high achievers often face when moving from hands-on tasks to managing an incredible leadership team. We also get a look at the future of her operations as they expand into new trades and plan for additional locations. Throughout the episode, Jessica encourages women to embrace the growth opportunities within the industry and lead with boldness. Tune in now to catch the final part of this inspiring interview!

People in this episode

Guest: Jessica Passmore

Topics covered

• leadership
• trades industry
• training pipelines
• state licensing
• women empowerment

Keywords

• corporate transition
• strategic leadership
• trades business
• identity crisis
• growth opportunities

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