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Back to EpisodesWhat to Do if Your CEO Says ‘I Don’t Know’ About Structuring Your COS Role in the Interview Process
Description
What to do when interviewing for a Chief of Staff role and the CEO responds with "I don't know" to key questions about the role's responsibilities and structure. Emily outlines two potential scenarios and outlines how to navigate each situation. Emily also shares ongoing takeaways that every COS should remember.
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Timestamps
00:50 Two Scenarios of CEO's Response
04:15 How to Interpret 'I Don't Know' from a CEO
05:34 Key Takeaways for Aspiring Chiefs of Staff
08:08 Continuing the Conversation about Your Role
09:28 Conclusion and Next Steps
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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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