Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhy Bringing Half-Baked Ideas to Your Boss Can Make You a Better Leader
Season 1 Episode 254
Emily Sander explains why bringing “half baked” work to your boss - especially when you're new in a Chief of Staff role - can save time, spark valuab…
2 months, 1 week ago
The CEO Perspective on Managing Chaos, Growth, and Building Strong Teams
Season 1 Episode 253
Chris Blauvelt shares his journey as a multi-time entrepreneur, how he hired his first Chief of Staff after learning about the role from House of Car…
2 months, 1 week ago
Judgement vs Assessment: Creating a Positive and Productive Leadership Culture
Season 1 Episode 252
This episode lays out the difference between judgment and assessment at work, especially for leaders like the Chief of Staff. Emily shares real examp…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Running Better Meetings with Improv: Fix Wasteful Meetings and Team Disconnect
Season 1 Episode 251
Andrew Davies shares how his theater and improv background helps teams run better meetings and build trust. He explains practical improv games like “…
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Designing the SYSTEM for Achieving Your Goals (Part 3)
Season 1 Episode 250
Emily Sander explains how to set up systems that make it easier to stick to New Year's goals, like laying out workout clothes by the door or using fo…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Fitness, Finance, and Leadership: A Blueprint for Effective Chief of Staff Roles
Season 1 Episode 249
Jared Stein shares his unconventional path from running CrossFit and Orange Theory gyms to becoming a Chief of Staff at a virtual investment firm. He…
2 months, 3 weeks ago
Prioritizing Time, Energy, and Attention for Leadership Growth (Part 2)
Season 1 Episode 248
Emily Sander explains the "wheel of life" exercise, a tool to review different areas like career, relationships, community, hobbies, and physical or …
3 months ago
How Municipal Leaders Foster Community Impact and Build Effective City Governance
Season 1 Episode 247
Nicholas Richard-Thompson shares his journey from creative intern to Deputy Chief of Staff for Aurora, Illinois, discussing the importance of buildin…
3 months ago
SMART Goals or Mantras? Choosing Your Approach to New Year’s Success (Part 1)
Season 1 Episode 246
This episode talks about how to set New Year's goals by comparing specific targets like losing 15 pounds by June 1st with broader intentions such as …
3 months, 1 week ago
The Power of Purposeful Success: Insights for Business Leaders
Season 1 Episode 245
Emily Sander talks with John Knowlton about what real success means, why it's an ongoing process, and how to use your natural talents at work. They s…
3 months, 1 week ago