How to Shift the Power Dynamic in Client Relationships as an OBM

You were hired to lead—but suddenly, you’re stuck waiting for approvals, tiptoeing around recommendations, and wondering why the “strategic partner” role feels more like support staff.

If that sounds familiar, this episode is your reset button.

On this week’s episode of The OBM Show, we’re unpacking the unspoken issue that holds so many OBMs back: unhealthy power dynamics. I’m breaking down how even the most well-meaning client relationships can slip into misalignment—and how to claim (or reclaim) your role as the operations leader.

🎧 Here’s what we cover:

• How to spot a misaligned power dynamic before it spirals
• Why OBMs often unintentionally show up like assistants (and how to change that)
• The exact onboarding strategies that set you up as a strategic leader from Day 1
• Subtle but powerful language shifts that communicate authority and direction
• What to do when the client relationship needs a reset—and how to lead that shift with confidence

If you’ve ever felt like you're stuck in reactive mode, struggling to be seen as the expert you are, this episode is a must-listen.

Because leadership isn’t about control—it’s about structure, clarity, and trust. And it starts with how YOU show up.

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