Leveraging Leadership

Are you ready to be a great leader and get more done? Join Emily as she breaks down the key points of the book Essentialism by Greg McKeown. One of her top books for leaders. In the episode, learn the “way of the essentialist”, focusing on what really matters, how to decide on what opportunities to pursue (and which to pass on), what it means to “protect the asset,” and the story of Herbie The Hik...

In this episode, Emily and Maggie, both Seattle natives and UW alumni, go into Maggie's role as a Chief of Staff at T-Mobile for Business. Maggie shares insights into her responsibilities, from filling gaps in back-office functions to building a Chief of Staff team. The conversation emphasizes the importance of asking for help and leveraging resources. Maggie discusses her transition from Chi...

How much does a Chief of Staff make?  On average $144,121. But the salary range varies.  Deep dive into the factors that go into a Chief of Staff’s overall compensation. Rahul Desai, the General Manager of COS Network, joins the show and walks through the latest annual COS Network’s Compensation Report. The report breaks down: -       Average Salary by Chief of Staff Level (1-5) -       Average Sa...

Ever found yourself in a situation where you're asked a question, everyone is looking at you, and you don’t know the answer? Newsflash: this scenario is bound to happen as a Chief of Staff. It doesn't mean you're bad at your job if you don't know; it’s important to be ready and prepared. These moments are a great opportunity of learning for you and the team. Master the art of r...

Leveraging Leadership welcomes guest Leslie Lulham, Chief of Staff at MarketerHire (the leading network of pre-vetted, freelance marketers). She talks about starting at smaller companies, the impact of titles on perception, and effectively juggling diverse roles to excel as a Chief of Staff. Leslie shares the impact of career coaching and mentorship to overcome imposter syndrome, improve executive...

In this episode, Emily is joined by her former colleague and COO, Alex Papadopulos. They explore the dynamics of the two roles, the similarities and differences, and frequent communication and maintaining a unified executive team. They share stories from their time working together, reminiscing about good times, fun moments, and challenging times like COVID-19.                Alex on LinkedIn    A...

Host and Leadership Coach, Emily Sander, covers two ways to make your boss's life: be proactive (not passive) and present solutions (not just questions). Tune in for some tips on how to communicate effectively! – – – – – 01:09 Making Your CEO's Life Easier 02:11 Being Proactive as a Chief of Staff 03:05 Avoiding Overwhelming Your CEO with Questions 06:23 Applying Judgment in Different Si...

Anna Riabokon shares her journey from law school in Ukraine to Chief of Staff at Tokensoft. She gives advice on managing internal communications with legal teams, understanding compliance in the fintech market, and tips for those aspiring to take on a Chief of Staff role. Anna Riabokon on LinkedIn Tokensoft Website Anna Riabokon is a highly skilled professional with a diverse background in law and...

In this episode of 'Leveraging Leadership', host Emily Sander talks with Marc Bodner about the key aspects of the Chief of Staff role in an organization. Marc shares his personal experiences and views on how the role can be instrumental in a leadership team, how it represents a leadership philosophy, and how to effectively serve those around you. They also include insights on working wit...

In this episode, we dive into the practical considerations of where the Chief of Staff fits into an organization. Host, Emily Sander, walks through four common examples, providing insights into different placement scenarios. The first example explores the Chief of Staff as part of the C-suite executive team, a structure often seen in various organizations. The second example addresses large compan...

Sarah shares her journey from Executive Assistant to Chief of Staff. She made her own pitch deck for the Chief of Staff role! She emphasizes the importance of aligning skills with organizational needs. The conversation covers the challenges of transitioning from a task-oriented EA role to a strategic Chief of Staff position. It also delves into managing perceptions and Sarah's future career a...

In this episode of the Leveraging Leadership series, your host Emily Sander discusses the role of Chief of Staff with Eric Nguyen, who currently serves in this capacity for Zego, a property technology company. The conversation covers various aspects and challenges of the role, with Eric sharing his career journey, how his background in economics and understanding of data shapes his work, and the v...

In this episode of Leveraging Leadership, host Emily Sander, a former Chief of Staff turned executive leadership coach, talks about what makes the Chief of Staff role unique. No one else at the company is doing what the Chief of Staff does. She emphasizes there is no one-size-fit-all approach to becoming a Chief of Staff - highlighting a diverse set of experiences can be an advantage. The role sta...

In this episode, Virginie Grange, the Chief of Staff at Microsoft, shares an insider's view of her journey and role within one of the world's leading tech companies.  The conversation delves into her responsibilities as Chief of Staff, the key partnerships she cultivates, and her strategies for mastering the role. A crucial aspect of her success lies in aligning with her principal's...

Imagine growing up in a small town, venturing out, and eventually becoming a Chief of Staff for the Search Ads Team at Google. That's the journey of our guest, Eric Nehrlich.    Listen to Eric as he shares how he developed his leadership skills through a wide variety of roles. Hear how he used his financial background to bring credibility to his Chief of Staff role.    Discover the importance...

In this episode, Aarti Bhatnagar, a former Chief of Staff turned leadership coach, takes listeners on a deep dive into her career journey, highlighting the dexterity and dynamism required in the Chief of Staff role. Aarti’s experience spans from management consulting to spearheading high-impact social initiatives, equipping her with invaluable insights into business leadership.  We also explore he...

In this episode, we chat with Ed Barton, an influential leader whose journey spans from the military to the boardroom. He highlights the impact of military discipline and 'Commander's Intent' on his leadership style. We explore the crucial role of a Chief of Staff in facilitating effective communication and collaboration. Ed also discusses mentorship and the concept of 'influen...

Ever wondered about the elusive role of a Chief of Staff? This podcast series will help unravel the mystery as we dive into what it means to be the right-hand partner of a CEO or an executive. We've got a variety of interesting guests lined up from industry behemoths like Google and Microsoft, as well as from the bustling startup environment, who will share their unique paths to this pivotal...

Have you ever felt like you were totally burnt out? Maybe you’ve noticed that feeling seeping into your team members? It’s a very natural thing to have happen, yet can be so damaging to personal and team effectiveness when it rears its head.   In this episode of Leveraging Leadership, host Emily Sander sits down with Dr. Gary Simonds to discuss the concept of burnout, how we can identify it, and s...

Communication and relationships at work often act as the lifeblood of organizational success. So how can we improve both? This week, Emily has a conversation with Dr. Julie Pham, the multi-talented founder and CEO of CuriosityBased, an organizational development firm with an intriguing approach to bettering workplaces. From arriving in the U.S. as a boat person to becoming a Gates Cambridge Schola...

I think we can all agree that the best team members are engaged team members. Where things can become a debate is when we discuss HOW to keep them engaged, happy, and committed to the team.    In this episode of Leveraging Leadership, host Emily Sander is joined by culture catalyst and human resources strategist, Lori-Ann Duguay, to discuss how we can all go about building and maintaining engageme...

Do your customers feel like you actually care about knowing who they are and what they need? In today’s age of mass messaging and fast-paced everything, it’s such a value add when you actually take time to know, understand, and speak directly to an individual consumer of your products or services.    That personalization and why it’s so important is the driving force behind today’s conversation on...

Humans are creatures of habit, which means any bad habits we create are incredibly difficult to break free of. That feeling of being stuck in an unhealthy, or unmotivated place can lead to change being the scariest thing imaginable.    One person who has faced that fear and found a way to overcome it is Dai Manuel. Having had multiple moments in his life where he had to look in the mirror and ask...

As today’s guest, Jeffrey Ton, says, “in today’s world, every company is a tech company to some degree.” With that being true, it’s more important than ever that we are properly integrating and communicating with our IT teams within our organizations.    In today’s episode of Leveraging Leadership, host Emily Sander sits down with Jeffrey Ton to discuss how that communication can be done better an...

Giving a great presentation, i.e. one that is both engaging and informative, delivering the necessary information in an understandable and entertaining way, is one of the most powerful tools in a leaders tool belt. However, so many people in leadership positions take this skill for granted. Maybe it's due to terrible stage fright, maybe it’s a lack of knowledge about how to craft a great pres...