Ep. 514 - Andrew Eisbrouch - Scaling Secrets Fortune 500 Execs Don't Want You to Know

Second in Command: The Chief Behind the Chief with Cameron Herold

In this episode of the Second in Command podcast, co-host Sivana Brewer is joined by Andrew Eisbrouch, COO of Abrams Media.

During this fascinating conversation, Sivana and Andrew explore the unique journey of building and scaling businesses across multiple industries. You'll hear about the different challenges faced when moving from the early startup phase to a more mature stage of growth, and the lessons learned about balancing speed, creativity, and structure along the way. The discussion highlights both the excitement and complexity of operating in fast-changing environments where innovation and adaptability are key.

The discussion also dives into team building, hiring strategies, and the cultural dynamics that shape organizations. From choosing between personality and experience when bringing people on board to the nuances of maintaining alignment in remote teams, Andrew offers valuable insights into leadership and people management. You'll learn the importance of trust, open communication, and knowing when to act.

This episode offers a candid look at what it takes to grow not just companies, but also a vision for the future.

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In This Episode You'll Learn:

• Andrew's journey from being a legal intern to a COO role in Dan Abrams' media businesses, including his decision to attend law school and his role in launching new businesses.

• The growth of the Law & Crime live trial network, starting with a legal-based website and expanding to live streaming murder trials.

• The acquisition of Law & Crime by Jellysmack, a European company focused on the creator economy.

• The challenges of transitioning from a COO role to a more visionary and risk-taking role.

• The need for a culture where mistakes are allowed and team members feel comfortable sharing ideas.

• And much more...

Guest Bio:

Andrew Eisbrouch is the former COO and General Counsel of Abrams Media and co-founder of Law&Crime, the viral true-crime network backed by Dan Abrams. He helped lead the business to a massive nine-figure acquisition while scaling the company’s production, social media, and legal operations. Now, he’s doubling down on his next venture: Bottle Raiders, which is rebranding to The Daily Pour on September 9th, a content and events brand at the intersection of liquor and non-alcoholic beverage media.

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