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The Disappearing COO and the Evaporating Talent Pool

The Disappearing COO and the Evaporating Talent Pool

The role of the Chief Operating Officer is becoming increasingly rare, and with it, a shrinking pool of top talent. Stephen Miles examines why many companies are phasing out the COO position and how this trend is impacting leadership development. He highlights the long-term consequences of this shift, emphasizing the need for organizations to rethink their leadership structures to cultivate the next generation of top executives.