Leveraging Leadership

By Emily Sander

Are you ready to up your leadership game? Tune in to Leveraging Leadership, where Chiefs of Staff, executives, and business professionals find the tools, strategies, and insights they need to excel

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How many episodes does Leveraging Leadership have?

The podcast currently has 243 episodes available.

Leveraging Leadership episodes:

July 29, 2024Fleet Master Chief Raymond Kemp on Building Resilience As a Leader
In this episode of "Leveraging Leadership," host Emily brings on Fleet Master Chief Raymond Kemp to share his journey from facing racial discrimination to becoming a Navy leader. Raymond talks about steering significant policy changes in the Navy, like integrating women into combat roles and repealing "don't ask, don't tell." He breaks down his "abcs of leadership" philosophy and how it's played a part in fostering resilience and trust among his teams.
Links Mentioned:
Raymond Kemp LinkedIn
Raymond Kemp Website (Kemp Solutions)
Raymond’s Book: Building Resilience for Hybrid Success: Anchored in Adaptability
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
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WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.

Time Stamps:
00:45 Introducing Fleet Master Chief Raymond Kemp
01:41 Raymond Kemp's Early Years and Aspirations
04:58 Climbing the Ranks: From Junior to Fleet Master Chief
06:52 Women in Combat: Navigating New Waters
10:35 Don't Ask, Don't Tell: Leading Through Change
24:37 Building Resilience and Adaptability for Success
29:44 Empowering Leaders in a Hybrid World
31:23 Kemp Solutions: Leadership Training and Keynotes
33:46 Raymond’s Leadership Mantra
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35min
July 24, 2024Hannibal and Me: Exploring Success and Failure With History's Greatest Strategist
In this episode, host Emily Sander, Chief of Staff turned executive leadership coach, discusses the book *Hannibal and Me* by Andreas Kluth. She explains how the book uses historical figures like Hannibal and Harry Truman to explore different paths to success and failure. Emily also shares her personal experiences with these concepts and suggests questions to help listeners think about their own goals.
Link Mentioned:
Book: Hannibal and Me
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
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Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.

Time Stamps:
00:47 Exploring 'Hannibal and Me' by Andreas Kluth
02:00 Dreamers vs. Wanderers: Leadership Paths
03:09 Personal Reflections on Leadership Journeys
09:09 The Importance of Strategy Over Winning
10:23 Key Takeaways and Reflective Questions
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14min
July 22, 2024Chief of Staff's Role in Hally Hair's Success and Olympic Partnerships with Meredith Pong
In this episode, Chief of Staff Meredith Pong discusses how Hally Hair collaborates with female athletes like Baylor University's women's basketball team and Olympic gymnast Leanne Wong to market their products. Meredith explains their "Streak for a Cause" initiative benefiting suicide prevention, and their partnerships with major retailers like Ulta and Target. She also talks about her role in product development and maintaining team camaraderie through events like annual model shoots.
Links Mentioned:
Hally Hair Website
Connect with Meredith Pong on LinkedIn
Article on Partnership w/ Olympian Leanne Wong
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
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Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
Time Stamps:
01:02 Meredith's Internship and Meeting Her Principal
02:49 Building Hallie Hair During the Pandemic
03:51 Hallie Hair's Target Market and Marketing Strategies
09:10 Product Development and Innovations
15:09 Challenges and Successes as Chief of Staff
23:28 Hallie Hair's Olympic Aspirations
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32min
July 17, 2024Highest ROI vs. Highest Probability: Strategies for Chiefs of Staff to Maximize Leadership Impact
In this episode of "Leveraging Leadership," Emily explores the decision-making process through the lenses of highest return on investment (ROI) and highest probability. She shares examples like asking someone to marry you versus inviting them for coffee, and applies it to business scenarios, like overhauling a strategic plan or making small tweaks for better team alignment.
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
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Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
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9min
July 15, 2024Not Your Grandma’s Consultant: Leadership Transformation Blueprint with Tirrell Payton
In this episode of "Leveraging Leadership," Tirrell Payton Founder of Nooma Group talks about shifting focus from busywork to strategic outcomes and stresses empathy in leadership while leading change. Tirrell walks Emily through real-world examples like siloed teams in pharma marketing. They discuss practical ways leaders can transform their approach, like prioritizing the most impactful tasks and reorganizing teams to drive better results.
As a CEO, Tirrell has a Chief of Staff - he shares how he utilizes the role and the advantages it brings the organization!
Links Mentioned:
Connect with Tirrell Payton on LinkedIn
Nooma Group Website
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
Connect on LinkedIn
Follow on YouTube
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Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
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43min
July 10, 2024Top 5 Strategic Initiatives for Chiefs of Staff
In this episode of Leveraging Leadership, host Emily talks about key strategic initiatives for Chiefs of Staff, such as overseeing reorganizations, talent placement, and strategic planning. She details how chiefs of staff are central to rolling out new products and working on mergers and acquisitions. Emily also offers a strategic planning checklist download.
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
Connect on LinkedIn
Follow on YouTube
Learn more about coaching
Sign up for the newsletter
Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
Time Stamps:
01:15 Key Initiatives for Chiefs of Staff
08:06 Strategic Planning: The Chief of Staff's Crown Jewel
12:21 Getting Involved in Strategic Initiatives
13:17 Closing Thoughts and Next Steps
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14min
July 08, 2024The Chief of Startup Success: Bridging Leadership and Operations for Excellence w/ Nikki Shakamuri
From healthcare to creating viral content? Nikki's role as the chief of staff at Viraaal (yes, with three a’s) throws her in the deep end - TikTok ads for app devs. Plot twist! In her COS role, she cuts through the noise to drive efficiency. Emily and Nikki also swap stories on finding balance through simple joys like hanging with friends, Costco sample days, and embracing “delusional” dreams.
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
Connect on LinkedIn
Follow on YouTube
Learn more about coaching
Sign up for the newsletter
Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
Time Stamps:
00:41 Journey into the Startup World
00:52 Transition from Healthcare to COS
02:07 Exploring Different Career Paths
05:39 The Importance of Mentorship
11:11 Working at Viral: A Startup Experience
12:36 The Role of a Chief of Staff in a Startup
16:11 Balancing Work and Personal Life
20:31 Advice for Aspiring Chiefs of Staff
30:38 Final Thoughts
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31min
July 03, 2024Leading Through Presence: A Chief of Staff's Role in Cultural Dynamics
In this episode of Leveraging Leadership, Emily talks about the impact a Chief of Staff's behavior and energy can have on shaping a company's culture. She shares a story about a client managing a reorg, emphasizing how body language and demeanor can comfort and energize a team during times of change. Emily advises that whether you're speaking or not, your presence influences how others feel and that you should be intentional with the energy you bring into a room.
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
Connect on LinkedIn
Follow on YouTube
Learn more about coaching
Sign up for the newsletter
Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
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10min
July 01, 2024Chief of Staff and VP: Navigating Dual Roles and Self-Care with Josh Nemes
On this episode of Leveraging Leadership, Emily chats with Josh Nemes, VP and Chief of Staff at Zengistics, about the realities of juggling a dual leadership role. Josh shares how he navigates shifting responsibilities and highlights the importance of prioritizing high-value tasks, describing the support from his COO, and the role of his family in maintaining balance.
Emily and Josh end with predictions for the Detroit Lions' next season and their shared admiration for coach Dan Campbell.
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
Connect on LinkedIn
Follow on YouTube
Learn more about coaching
Sign up for the newsletter
Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.
Time Stamps:
00:36 Josh’s Journey to Chief of Staff Role
03:46 Understanding the Role and Skills Required
07:31 Balancing Dual Roles and Interactions with Leadership
16:37 Self-Care and Work-Life Balance
19:18 Advice for Fellow Chiefs of Staff
20:59 Sports Talk and Closing Remarks
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23min
June 26, 2024The Compound Effect: How Simple Actions Lead to Big Results
In this episode, Host Emily Sander, Chief of Staff turned executive leadership coach, discusses the power of the compound effect, starting with an Albert Einstein quote on compound interest. She cites Darren Hardy's book "The Compound Effect" to explain how small, consistent actions lead to big results. Emily also uses examples from Kobe Bryant and Michael Phelps to illustrate these principles. Plus Emily’s personal 401K experience.
Link Mentioned:
The Compound Effect Book
Free Resources:
Strategic Planning Checklist
Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
Chief of Staff Toolkit
Get in touch with Emily:
Connect on LinkedIn
Follow on YouTube
Learn more about coaching
Sign up for the newsletter
Clarity Call with Emily

WHO AM I?
If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.

Time Stamps:
00:47 Understanding Compound Interest
01:59 Personal Experience with 401K
04:02 The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
04:56 Small Smart Choices and Their Impact
08:19 Kobe Bryant's Training Regimen
10:51 Michael Phelps' Training Strategy
13:21 Practical Takeaways for Compounding Success
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19min

FAQs about Leveraging Leadership:

How many episodes does Leveraging Leadership have?

The podcast currently has 243 episodes available.

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