Episode Details

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.

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Anna Riabokon is a highly skilled professional with a diverse background in law and business. Fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, and English, she studied law, and later pursued her dream of studying business in California. As Chief of Staff at Tokensoft, a fintech company focused on compliance in the cryptocurrency space, Anna brings her legal expertise to ensure regulatory adherence. Her proactive approach, natural leadership skills, and ability to navigate complex legal matters make her a valuable asset to the company. In her spare time, Anna enjoys exploring languages and cultures and making a positive impact through her work.

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00:52 Guest Introduction: Anna

01:06 Anna's Multilingual Skills

02:52 Anna's Journey to Law

04:47 Transition from Law to Tech

07:29 Anna's Role as Chief of Staff

07:47 Legal Aspects of Chief of Staff Role

16:49 Working with Finance

18:37 Advice for Aspiring Chiefs of Staff

26:09 Conclusion and Wrap-up

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Emily Sander is a C-suite executive turned leadership coach. Her corporate career spanned Fortune 500 companies and scrappy start-ups. She is an ICF-certified leadership coach and the author of two books, An Insider’s Perspective on the Chief of Staff and Hacking Executive Leadership. Emily works with early to senior executives to step into effective leadership with one-on-one coaching. Go here to read her story from seasoned executive to knowledgeable coach.

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