But What Does A Great Chief Of Staff Actually Do?

Hi Reader

You’ve probably seen the title “Chief of Staff” a lot lately.

But what does a great Chief of Staff actually do?

In this episode of The Modern CEO podcast, I sat down with Cat Shepherd, a powerhouse Chief of Staff shaping the role in the real world and Nick Langford of the Chief of Staff Association to unpack what really matters in the job.

We covered:

• Why the best Chief of Staff are often invisible
• How to balance putting out fires and doing the long-term work
• Why saving your exec time is one of the most strategic things you can do

We also talked about what and what not to expect from a CoS, and why it’s not about being everywhere, but knowing where to be (and when to step back).

If you’re a CEO considering hiring a Chief of Staff or if you’re in the role yourself, this episode is for you.

Watch the full episode here.

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