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by Diana Brandl: International Trainer, Keynote Speaker, Author, Coach
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Inside the Modern Chief of Staff Role
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Executive Assistant Career Growth: From EA to Entrepreneur
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| 5/29/26 |  Inside the Modern Chief of Staff Role | 205: What does a Chief of Staff actually do — and why are more CEOs hiring them than ever before? In this episode, Clara Ma breaks down the real role of a Chief of Staff inside fast-growing startups and modern leadership teams. From executive strategy and hiring to AI, remote work, and scaling companies, this conversation explores why the Chief of Staff role is evolving so quickly. We talk about: - Chief of Staff vs Executive Assistant - How CEOs hire the right strategic partner - Startup leadership and operations - AI tools and AI literacy for Chiefs of Staff - Emotional intelligence in executive roles - Remote vs in-office collaboration - Career growth after becoming a Chief of Staff - Building high-performing leadership teams Clara also shares lessons from building one of the fastest-growing Chief of Staff communities and working closely with founders, executives, and operators across the startup world. This episode is packed with insights for Chiefs of Staff, Executive Assistants, startup founders, operators, and business leaders preparing for the future of work. -- Clara Ma is the founder and CEO of Ask a Chief of Staff, a bootstrapped community and recruiting platform for Chiefs of Staff at every stage of their career. She launched it after serving as a Chief of Staff herself, most recently at Hugging Face during their Series A, and built it into a 500+ member community. Her work sits at the intersection of the Chief of Staff role and the business of community, and she's been recognized as an Inc. Magazine 2026 Female Founders 500 honoree for it. Through AaCoS, she's become a go-to resource for Chiefs of Staff looking to grow in the role, and for executives trying to hire the right one. LINKS: - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Clara Ma on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clarama/ - Chiefs of Staff Community: https://askachiefofstaff.com/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Guest Picks Run the World by Beyoncé | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 |  Krisenmanagement auf Geschäftsreise: Executive Assistant strandet in Doha | 204: Eine internationale Geschäftsreise. Ein gesperrter Luftraum. Und plötzlich werden aus wenigen Stunden ganze elf Tage im Ausnahmezustand. In dieser Podcastfolge erzählt Tanja Donislreiter von einer Reise, die völlig anders endete als geplant: Nach einem Meeting in Indien strandet sie gemeinsam mit einem Kollegen in Doha – mitten in einer geopolitischen Krisensituation. Was folgt, sind Tage voller Unsicherheit, Alarmmeldungen, spontaner Entscheidungen und emotionaler Momente. Wir sprechen über: - Krisenmanagement unter extremen Bedingungen - mentale Stärke und Resilienz - Entscheidungen unter Unsicherheit - internationale Geschäftsreisen - Zusammenhalt in Ausnahmesituationen - die moderne Rolle von Executive Assistants - sowie den Einfluss von Künstlicher Intelligenz auf die Zukunft der Assistenz Außerdem geht es um Verantwortung, Vertrauen, strategische Zusammenarbeit und die Frage, warum Struktur und Ruhe in Krisensituationen oft entscheidend sind. Eine ehrliche, bewegende und zugleich inspirierende Folge über Menschlichkeit, Leadership und den Umgang mit Situationen, die niemand planen kann. --- Tanja Donislreiter ist Executive Assistant des CEO bei NETZSCH Pumps & Systems und seit über 25 Jahren Teil des Unternehmens. In ihrer Rolle ist sie weit mehr als klassische Assistenz: Sie versteht sich als strategische Partnerin des CEO, Sparringspartnerin des Managements und verbindende Schnittstelle innerhalb der Organisation. Ihr Fokus liegt auf moderner Zusammenarbeit, Führungskultur und der Weiterentwicklung der Assistenzrolle. Besonders beschäftigt sie die Frage, wie Künstliche Intelligenz sinnvoll eingesetzt werden kann, um Freiräume für echten menschlichen Mehrwert zu schaffen – ohne den Menschen zu ersetzen. Als Corporate Influencerin teilt sie ihre Erfahrungen zu Transformation, Vertrauen und persönlicher Entwicklung – authentisch, reflektiert und nahbar. Privat lebt Tanja Donislreiter mit ihrer Familie in Oberbayern, ist Mutter von drei Kindern und engagiert sich ehrenamtlich in ihrer Heimatgemeinde. LINKS: 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/IowigV6Vt9Q - Triff Diana und Tanja auf der KI Roadshow von memox: https://www.memox.com/roadshow/ - Diana Brandl auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5K | — | ||||||
| 4/29/26 |  Strategic Office Support | 203: Was passiert, wenn man eine erfolgreiche Konzernkarriere hinter sich lässt – und komplett neu anfängt? In dieser Folge spricht Annika Tringali über ihren Weg in die Selbstständigkeit als virtuelle Executive Assistant und die Entscheidungen, die sie dorthin geführt haben. Du erfährst, wie sich Arbeiten im internationalen Umfeld wirklich anfühlt, welche Herausforderungen hinter einem scheinbar klaren Karriereweg stecken und warum ein Neustart oft weniger geplant ist, als man denkt. Es geht um echte Einblicke in den Arbeitsalltag auf Top-Management-Level, um persönliche Wendepunkte und um die Frage, wie man den eigenen Weg findet, auch wenn er nicht geradlinig verläuft. Für alle, die sich für Karriere im Ausland, Selbstständigkeit, virtuelle Assistenz und persönliche Entwicklung interessieren. --- Annika Tringali arbeitet seit über zwanzig Jahren als Executive Assistant in internationalen Unternehmen. Sie ist in Hannover aufgewachsen und hat ihre berufliche Laufbahn in München verbracht, größtenteils bei Amazon. Dort unterstützte sie Führungskräfte auf Director- und Vice-President-Ebene in Deutschland, Großbritannien und den USA. Ihr Schwerpunkt lag auf funktionierender Zusammenarbeit in komplexen Organisationen, klaren Abläufen und verlässlicher Kommunikation im Arbeitsalltag. In diesem Rahmen war sie mehrere Jahre als zertifizierte Amazon Bar Raiserin in Interviewprozesse über unterschiedliche Funktionen hinweg eingebunden. Seit 2021 beschäftigt sie sich intensiver mit Fragen von Kommunikation und Beziehung. Auslöser war der Einzug ihrer Shiba-Inu-Hündin Makenzie. Die daraus entstandenen Beobachtungen fließen heute sowohl in ihre berufliche Tätigkeit als auch in einen eigenen Podcast ein, den sie aktuell launcht. Heute lebt Annika zwischen Taormina auf Sizilien und München, und ist mit Bureau Tringali als virtuelle Executive Assistant für Führungskräfte in Europa tätig. LINKS: 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/5tQjbN_3RH4 - Diana Brandl auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Mehr zu Annika Tringali: https://www.bureautringali.com/- working@office Artikel: https://www.workingoffice.de/travel-management/arbeiten-im-ausland-wenn-ihr-job-um-die-welt-fuehrt/ - Pawplexity: https://pawplexity.substack.com/ und http://www.pawplexity.dog/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5K | — | ||||||
| 4/15/26 |  Executive Assistant Career Growth: From EA to Entrepreneur | 202: She built a global business for assistants, starting with a simple blog. In this episode, Nicky Christmas shares how she went from Executive Assistant to founder of The EA Campus and what it really takes to turn a side project into an international platform. Instead of following a traditional career path, Nicky created something that didn't exist at the time: a space for assistants to learn, grow, and be taken seriously. Today, her platform reaches thousands of Executive Assistants and Personal Assistants globally through online courses, virtual summits, and a strong professional community. But this conversation goes beyond her story. We talk about: - The real shift from Executive Assistant to entrepreneur - Why so many assistants are still underestimated in today's workplace - The gap between skills and recognition in companies - How AI tools and digital transformation are changing the assistant role and why many organizations are falling behind This episode is a must-listen if you're ready to think bigger about your Executive Assistant career, step into a more strategic role, and explore what's truly possible beyond the job title. --- This is what Nicky says about herself and her work: Hi! I'm Nicky Christmas. Let me tell you about The EA Campus. Back in 2011, I launched what would become Practically Perfect PA as a passion project, while working full-time as an Executive Assistant to the COO and CFO of a global insurance organization. At the time, there were few resources for Assistants, and I wanted to create a platform that not only provided guidance but also reshaped the conversation about the role of Assistants. Practically Perfect PA quickly became one of the leading voices in the online learning space for Assistants - long before virtual training and digital communities became the norm. Over the last 15 years, our platform has evolved, staying ahead of trends and continuing to provide relevant, cutting-edge content that moves the conversation forward while actively challenging and shifting outdated perceptions of the Assistant role. As an international speaker and thought-leader, I've had the privilege of traveling the world, engaging with thousands of Assistants, and sharing strategies to help them excel. In 2025, we officially rebranded as The EA Campus, a space designed to cater to the evolving demands of Assistants today. The EA Campus continues to push boundaries, offering virtual summits, online courses, and a thriving community, all designed to meet the changing needs of Assistants globally. Our commitment has always been to put our audience's needs first, ensuring that every Assistant, at any stage of their career, has access to the tools, knowledge, and community support they need to thrive. LINKS: 🔴 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/teZvJvDrxOw - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - EA Campus Conference: https://theeacampus.com/conference/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Guest Picks 9-5 by Dolly Parton | — | ||||||
| 4/1/26 |  Inside the CEO Office: How leadership systems scale | 201: In this episode, we break down why decisions inside companies often stall, even when everyone seems aligned. Tina Ramamurthy shares her experience from working inside a CEO Office and explains what happens between strategy and execution as companies grow. Tina Ramamurthy has built a career in the space between decisions and execution, where good intentions drift and effort quietly replaces strategy. She focuses on what happens as complexity increases and systems start to bend. At Babbel, she built and led the CEO Office as the company scaled from €100m to €300m on the path to IPO readiness. From the CEO Office, she designed and ran the leadership infrastructure that held it together, defining decision frameworks, prioritisation systems, and operating rhythms. She carried cross-functional work that did not sit neatly in any one team, built and led executive communications, ran board processes, and built the EA function as leadership infrastructure rather than support. She began her career at J. Walter Thompson, working on global accounts including Ford Motor Company, before founding a brand and communications consultancy with clients including Sony Music, Radisson Hotels, and the Reserve Bank of India. Across her career, she has worked with leadership teams in Berlin, New York, Melbourne, London, and India. That experience reinforced a simple reality: leadership systems only work when they reflect the people, stage, and conditions they are built for, which is why her work is designed, not templated. She is the founder of TMR & Co., where she works with founders and CEOs to build and embed CEO Offices that make strategy executable without relying on individual stamina. This includes both embedded, fractional Chief of Staff support that steps in to execute and absorb complexity, and focused build work to design and stabilise leadership systems. The work focuses on decision flow, executive communication, leadership capacity, and building high-performing EA teams. She uses AI deliberately to automate execution that does not require judgement, preserving human capacity for the decisions that matter. She holds a Master's degree in Communications from RMIT University, Melbourne. LINKS: 🔴 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Xj0JbrD3_n0 - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Tina Ramamurthy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-ramamurthy/ - TMR & CO Website: https://tmrandco.com - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Guest Picks Ben Clock - Ultimately | — | ||||||
| 3/18/26 |  From the Obama White House to Clinton and Kamala Harris—An Executive Aide's Story | 200: What is it really like to work at the highest levels of American politics? In this episode of the Executive Office Insights Podcast, Opal Vadhan shares her extraordinary journey from an intern in the Obama White House to becoming the personal aide to Vice President Kamala Harris. As a first-generation Indian American raised in Queens, New York, Opal offers a powerful perspective on leadership, public service, and the importance of empathy in high-pressure environments. She reflects on her years working closely with Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton before joining the Biden–Harris administration, where she served as personal aide to Vice President Harris. The conversation explores leadership lessons, the power of empathy and trust, the reality of 24/7 political work, and how executive support professionals can thrive even in an era shaped by AI. Whether you are interested in politics, leadership, executive support careers, or personal growth, this episode offers rare behind-the-scenes insights into the world of public service and the inner workings of leadership at the highest level. Opal Vadhan is a distinguished public servant and trusted advisor who has worked at the highest levels of American political leadership. She is a former Senior Advisor to Vice President Kamala Harris and previously spent five years supporting Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton. Over the past decade, Vadhan has played a central behind-the-scenes role, known for her empathy, leadership, and ability to make others feel seen and heard. Vadhan began her career on Hillary Rodham Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign as a member of the national advance team. Following the campaign, she continued with Secretary Clinton as her Executive Assistant and Trip Director from 2017 to 2021. During that time, she was also a collaborator on The Book of Gutsy Women, the New York Times bestselling book by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton. In 2021, she joined the Biden-Harris administration as Special Assistant to the President and Personal Aide to Vice President Harris, supporting the Vice President throughout the administration and the historic 107-day presidential campaign. A first-generation Indian American raised in Queens, New York, Vadhan earned a dual degree in Communications and Women & Gender Studies from Pace University in 2015. Her experience working in high-trust support roles for the only two women to receive the Democratic nomination for President offers rare insight into executive leadership, diplomacy, and the essential role of operational professionals in public service. Beyond serving in government, Vadhan has a strong commitment to service. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she worked full-time with World Central Kitchen, helping deliver more than eight million meals to New Yorkers in need. And she is the recipient of the Luminary Award from She's the First, a non-profit supporting girls education in underserved communities. LINKS: 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XTs685MurGk - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Opal Vadhan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/opal-vadhan-52666739/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Guest Picks Opal Vadhan: The Man by Taylor Swift | — | ||||||
| 3/4/26 |  Modern Leadership & Assistenz: Zusammenarbeit auf Augenhöhe | 199: Moderne Assistenz, smarte Tools und Microlearning, so sieht erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit 2026 aus! In dieser Podcastfolge sprechen Florian Sandmann-Reetz und Dorothea Steinmetz über moderne Führung, Assistenz auf Augenhöhe und den strategischen Einsatz von Microsoft 365, Copilot und dem neuen Outlook. Du erfährst: - Warum Vertrauen wichtiger ist als Mikromanagement - Wie Aufgabenmanagement mit Outlook, Planner & To Do wirklich funktioniert - Warum das neue Outlook besser ist als sein Ruf - Wie Copilot und KI den Arbeitsalltag verändern - Weshalb Microlearning die Zukunft der Weiterbildung ist Außerdem geht es um Remote-Onboarding, Teamkultur, Delegation und die Rolle der Assistenz im digitalen Wandel. Wenn dich Themen wie Microsoft 365, Copilot, Outlook-Tipps, Assistenz 4.0, Microlearning, KI im Büro und modernes Leadership interessieren, ist diese Folge ein absolutes Muss. Florian Sandmann-Reetz ... ... ist Gründer, Geschäftsführer und Lead-Trainer der ArtReich GmbH und spezialisiert auf Microsoft 365. Er hat in den letzten 30 Jahren über 2.500 Seminare mit über 4.000 Schulungstagen und mehr als 30.000 Teilnehmenden realisiert. Zudem ist er bekannt aus seinen diversen Social-Media-Kanälen, in denen er regelmäßig Tipps & Tricks zu den Tools von Microsoft liefert. Mit der „ArtReich Microlearning-Community" hat er einen Ort geschaffen, der Menschen vernetzt und kompakte Lerninhalte zu allen Themen rund um M365 bietet. Dorothea Steinmetz ... ... hat nach ihrem geisteswissenschaftlichen Studium den Weg in die Assistenz gewählt. Von der persönlichen Assistenz auf Führungsebene bis zur Leitung administrativer Strukturen hat sie ein breites Aufgabenspektrum kennengelernt und schätzt es sehr, dabei ihr Organisationsgeschick, ihre schnelle Auffassungsgabe und ihr Gespür für Menschen einbringen zu können. Sie versteht Assistenz nicht als statische Rolle, sondern als Feld, das sie aktiv und auf Augenhöhe mit der Führungskraft gestaltet. Links: 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: ➡️ Weitere Folge mit Florian Sandmann-Reetz: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5RzKBcGQbXhXSIVNPDAgV7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/office-365-experte-florian-sandmann-reetz-und-team/id1493106661?i=1000622350819 ArtReich Akademie - Linktree: https://akademie.artreich.de/linktree/ Tipps & Tricks für Microsoft 365 mit Spaßfaktor! https://akademie.artreich.de/ Premium-Onlinekurs: 365 Masterplan: https://akademie.artreich.de/365-masterplan/ Florian Sandmann-Reetz auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandmannreetz/ Dorothea Steinmetz auf LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/dorotheasteinmetz Diana Brandl auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter 🎵 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Gäste-Songauswahl: Dorothea: My Funny Valentine von Ella Fitzgerald Florian: The Final Countdown von Europe | — | ||||||
| 2/18/26 |  EA to the President of ABC News - Elle Tyra (only audio) | 198: What if you stopped thinking like an assistant and started thinking like a CEO? What does it really take to move from task manager to strategic partner? In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Jeremy Burrows speaks with Elle Tyra in a powerful conversation about executive operations, career growth, and redefining the modern executive assistant role. Elle shares her journey from the art world to serving as executive assistant to the president of ABC News, previously to the CEO of The New York Times, and the president of Hauser & Wirth. Along the way, she discovered that true impact begins when assistants stop thinking in tasks and start thinking in strategy. In this episode, you'll learn: - What executive operations actually means in practice - How to grow into high-level EA roles with confidence - The mindset shift from executor to strategic leader - How to support an executive through promotion and transformation - Why executive presence and stakeholder thinking change everything If you're ready to level up as an executive assistant, expand your leadership capacity, and become a true strategic partner, this episode delivers both inspiration and actionable insight. We're doing something special! I've partnered with my friend Jeremy Burrows, host of The Leader Assistant Podcast, to exchange some of your favorite episodes. Together, we're bringing you conversations with exceptional guests who share insights, stories, and strategies to empower assistants and leaders alike. Tune in, enjoy this collaboration, and don't forget to connect with Jeremy and our featured guests. You'll walk away with practical tools and renewed clarity for your leadership journey. About Today's Guest In this episode, Jeremy talks with Elle Tyra from New York City, an executive operations specialist and passionate advocate for the administrative profession. Elle has served as: - Executive Assistant to the President of ABC News - Executive Assistant to the CEO of The New York Times - Executive Assistant to the President of Hauser & Wirth Elle is at the forefront of shifting how administrative roles are perceived. She champions the idea that these positions are not static support roles, but dynamic leadership functions capable of driving organizational change and maximizing executive effectiveness. Through her work and advocacy, she is helping transform how administrative professionals see themselves and how the world values their contributions. LINKS: - Elle Tyra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elletyra/ - More about Jeremy's work: https://goburrows.com/ - Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ | — | ||||||
| 2/4/26 |  Not "Just an Assistant": How Top EAs Become Executive Partners | 197: What if the most underrated role in leadership is actually the one that makes everything run? In this episode of Executive Office Insights, Joe Davis (Senior Advisor, former Managing Director & Senior Partner, and North America Regional Chair Emeritus, BCG) and Mary Kate Steincke (Administrative Services Manager, former Senior EA) unpack what real executive support looks like when it evolves into true partnership. You'll hear how high-performing leaders and EAs build trust, decision rights, and a shared operating rhythm. The best support isn't "task help," but a strategic advantage that protects focus, energy, and outcomes. They also explore the leadership mindset behind great partnerships: mentorship without strings attached, honest feedback, and the human side of high standards—the kind of principles that shape culture and careers. Finally, they look ahead at how AI and modern tools are changing admin work, what will (and won't) be automated, and what skills will matter most for the next generation of executive support professionals. What to expect in this conversation: - Executive Assistant → Executive Partner: What makes the shift happen? - The leadership behaviors that create trust (and the ones that break it) - Career paths, titles, and what "progression" can really look like - AI, automation, and the future of the EA/admin function About Joe Davis Joe is a Senior Advisor at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and a former Managing Director & Senior Partner, where he worked for 37 years. He founded and is Chair of BCG's Center for Inclusion and Equity (CIE). He co-founded and later led BCG's Washington, D.C. office, and founded BCG's U.S. Public Sector Practice. Joe served as Chair of BCG North America, responsible for operations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As Regional Chair, he advanced inclusion, diversity, and racial equity by launching BCG's Racial Equity Task Force, publishing BCG's first public U.S. DEI Report, and founding BCG's CIE (where he currently serves as Chair). His client work focused on the Consumer/Retail, Public Sector, and Organization Practices, primarily on fundamental transformations, change, and organizational effectiveness. Outside of BCG, Joe serves as Chair of the Whitman College Board of Trustees and holds an MBA from Harvard Business School. Joe and his spouse Sarah have four children and eight grandchildren. He published The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone's Gain in April 2024. About Mary Kate Steincke Mary Kate is an Administrative Services Manager at BCG with more than eight years of experience supporting senior leadership and driving administrative excellence across the NAMR region. Since joining BCG in 2017, she has worked in Administrative Services—starting as an Administrative Assistant and later becoming an Executive Assistant and Senior Executive Assistant (plus Specialist-level roles)—while supporting Joe Davis, BCG's North America Regional Chair. She managed complex, high-stakes calendars, communications, leadership meeting rhythms, and onsite support for major regional events and executive visits. Her work ranged from strategic prep for leadership engagements to orchestrating multi-layered client meetings, regional town halls, cohort forums, and cross-office initiatives, with high precision and ownership. She's recognized for creating order, clarity, and calm, and supported large-scale operational efforts including COVID-19 response coordination, regional communications, digital signage programs, and leadership forums, while mentoring new administrative staff and shaping a cohesive cross-office experience. She built training initiatives for the NAMR Administrative Services cohort, including a new series on supporting BCG's Managing Directors and Partners that is now a Regional offering. Colleagues praise her grace, empathy, and extraordinary service orientation—calling her "Disneyland personified," a "BCG Rockstar," and someone who makes high-pressure situations "feel like a summer breeze." Today, as Administrative Services Manager for the NYC and Brooklyn teams, she continues to elevate administrative operations, strengthen team culture, and enable leaders and staff to work at their highest potential. Outside of BCG, Mary Kate enjoys time with friends and family, especially in Atlantic Beach, and earned a BA in Communications and Marketing from Loyola University Maryland. - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 The Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Guest Picks: Mary Kate Steincke: Light On by Maggie Rogers Joe Davis: Buy Me a Rose by Kenny Rogers | — | ||||||
| 1/21/26 |  How Sona Movsesian Became Conan O'Brien's Assistant (only audio) | 196: You think assistants just "support" leaders? Think again; they're the reason everything works. We are doing something special! I have partnered with my friend Jeremy Burrows, host of The Leader Assistant Podcast, to exchange some of your favorite episodes. Together, we are bringing you conversations with incredible guests who share insights, stories, and strategies to empower assistants and leaders alike. Tune in, enjoy the lineup, and don't forget to connect with both Jeremy and our featured guests, you will find inspiration and practical takeaways to elevate your work and leadership journey. In this episode of the Leader Assistant Podcast, Jeremy Burrows talks with Sona Movsesian, longtime executive assistant to Conan O'Brien and co-host on Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, about what it really takes to thrive in high-trust support roles. They dig into setting boundaries (yes, including weekends), why work-life balance isn't optional, and how to stop tying your identity to your job—so you're still okay if a role or project ends. Sona shares how she landed the job, how their dynamic became part of the show organically, and what it's like sitting in rooms with famous people while battling imposter syndrome. They also discuss her book, The World's Worst Assistant, and why it's time to highlight healthier, more fulfilling assistant careers. --- Today's episode is with Sona Movsesian from 2022. Sona is an executive assistant, author and media personality. She has been the personal and executive assistant of talk show host Conan O'Brien since 2009 and was featured in many of the show's segments. She currently cohosts the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast. CONNECT WITH SONA - Order Sona's book, The World's Worst Assistant: https://www.amazon.com/Worlds-Worst-Assistant-Sona-Movsesian/dp/059318551X?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&linkCode=ll1&tag=leaderassista-20&linkId=b62dc17cfc183123ee92985000842799&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl - Follow Sona on X (https://x.com/sonamov) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sonamov/) - Listen to Sona cohost the Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conan-obrien-needs-a-friend/id1438054347 Watch a couple of my favorite clips of Sona on Conan's show: - Conan and Sona meet with HR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-CzwR9bDA4 - Conan helps Sona buy a new car: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiaDblUd-lw More about Jeremy's work: https://goburrows.com/ | — | ||||||
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| 1/7/26 |  6 years of Executive Office Insights podcast | 195: Celebrating six years of Executive Office Insights, Diana welcomes Helen Monument for a special anniversary conversation that looks back at the podcast's remarkable journey. Together they revisit the very first moments that sparked this series, recalling the energy of launching a platform dedicated to executive excellence and support leadership. From those early recordings to the diverse lineup of inspiring guests who have shared their wisdom, this episode is both a tribute and a celebration. It honors the voices that shaped the dialogue, the lessons learned along the way, and the vibrant community that has grown around the show. More than just a retrospective, this milestone episode captures the spirit of resilience, visibility, and connection that has defined Executive Office Insights, a heartfelt walk down memory lane and a reminder of the impact that thoughtful conversations can have on the future of leadership. LINKS: 🔴 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8hQHKHJCTGQ Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 12/31/25 |  Stop Being Underpaid: Introducing the ROI Calculator | 194: How Executive Assistants can turn daily support work into hard numbers that lead to real raises. In this conversation, Elizabeth Sutkowska (based in Gdańsk, Poland) breaks down a practical way to negotiate your EA salary with data, using an EA ROI Calculator that tracks time saved, cost avoided, and the business impact leaders actually understand. If you've ever heard "your salary is fair," this is the exact mindset (and method) that flips the script. We also go beyond compensation and dig into the bigger picture of modern Executive Support: - From Au Pair → Hospitality → Corporate EA: how a non-linear career path builds the real skills top executives need (pressure handling, service excellence, business instincts, communication). - Executive Assistant in Poland: why the role is often underestimated, how stereotypes still shape expectations, and what needs to change for stronger recognition and career growth. - EA vs Chief of Staff: an honest take on titles, responsibilities, and why many EAs already do "CoS-level" work, without the label. - Community & visibility: why Elizabeth founded the Assistologist to elevate the profession through representation, education, and a "Polish roots, global mindset" approach. - Plus a few human moments (work-life balance, habits, and the funny IKEA/Swedish candy confession). This episode is packed with tools, perspective, and confidence boosts you can apply immediately. Drop a comment: Have you ever been told your salary is "fair"? What did you do next? Subscribe for more Executive Support career strategies. About Elizabeth Sutkowska: Elizabeth is an experienced Executive Assistant with international expertise supporting leaders in fast-paced corporate and startup environments. Her career spans Poland, Cyprus, the USA, and Italy, and she has studied at five universities in fields such as international relations, corporate communication, business psychology, media, and marketing. Elizabeth is the founder of Assistologist, a Poland-based association aimed at elevating the Executive Assistant's role through global best practices and strategic collaboration. She is passionate about healthy living, mindfulness, and exploring the world. LINKS: 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P-MIubR-NbQ Assistologist, Association of Executive Assistants in Poland: https://www.assistologist.com/ Elizabeth Sutkowska on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-sutkowska/ Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 Elizabeth's song: Adele - Rolling in the deep 🎵 Listen to the Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd | — | ||||||
| 12/17/25 |  Karriereweg: Executive Assistant, Teamleiterin, Unternehmerin | 193: Was braucht es wirklich für eine erfolgreiche Karriere in der Assistenz? In dieser Folge spricht Evelyne Moser über ihren persönlichen Karriereweg als Executive Assistant mit Führungsverantwortung. Sie teilt Erfahrungen aus ihrer beruflichen Entwicklung, zentrale Entscheidungen und die Kompetenzen, die sie auf diesem Weg geprägt haben. Evelyne erzählt, wie sich die Rolle der Assistenz im Laufe der Zeit verändert hat, welche Anforderungen heute damit verbunden sind und was es bedeutet, Verantwortung zu übernehmen – fachlich, menschlich und organisatorisch. In dieser Episode erfährst du: - wie sich ein Karriereweg vom klassischen Assistenzjob hin zu einer Führungsrolle entwickeln kann - welche Fähigkeiten für Executive Assistants heute entscheidend sind - was sich verändert, wenn man Verantwortung für Menschen, Themen und Prozesse übernimmt - wie internationale Zusammenarbeit persönliche und berufliche Entwicklung fördert - warum Selbstvertrauen, Klarheit und kontinuierliche Weiterentwicklung wichtige Erfolgsfaktoren sind Evelyne spricht über persönliche Lernprozesse und darüber, warum die Assistenzrolle heute ein anspruchsvoller Karriereweg mit großem Gestaltungs- und Entwicklungsspielraum ist. Und zum Schluss erfahren wir über ihr neues spannendes Projekt in den USA. Evelyne Moser ist eine in der Schweiz geborene Executive Assistant, deren beruflicher Weg von Präzision, Intuition und echter menschlicher Verbundenheit geprägt ist. Seit über einem Jahrzehnt begleitet sie Führungskräfte auf höchster Ebene über verschiedene Kontinente hinweg, koordiniert anspruchsvolle Prioritäten, organisiert internationale Managementmeetings und hält globale Teams selbst in hektischsten Phasen souverän auf Kurs – oft noch bevor jemand merkt, dass etwas ins Wanken geraten könnte. Bekannt für ihren klaren Blick, ihre Ruhe im Sturm und ihre beeindruckende Fähigkeit, Probleme zu lösen, bevor sie entstehen, bringt Evelyne sowohl Struktur als auch Herz in jede Zusammenarbeit. Sie wurde mehrfach global ausgezeichnet doch diejenigen, die mit ihr arbeiten, wissen: ihre wahre Stärke liegt in ihrer Warmherzigkeit, ihrem Humor und ihrer verlässlichen Präsenz, die auch in herausfordernden Situationen Stabilität schafft. Hinter ihrem professionellen Erfolg steckt eine Geschichte von Neugier, Mut und der festen Überzeugung, dass Weiterentwicklung nie stillstehen sollte – selbst wenn das Bekannte bequem wäre. Genau dieser innere Kompass führt sie jetzt in das mutigste Kapitel ihres Lebens. Evelyne erfüllt sich ihren lang gehegten Traum: den Schritt in die USA zu wagen und als Unternehmerin neu durchzustarten. Es ist ein Aufbruch voller Leidenschaft, Tatkraft und dem Wunsch, etwas zu schaffen, das Sinn stiftet – etwas, das ihre Werte, ihre Vision und die Person widerspiegelt, zu der sie geworden ist. LINKS: 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/6IrROINkRFM Smart Business Partners: https://www.smartbizpartners.com/ Evelyne Moser auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evelyne-moser-72669b122/ Diana auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast auf Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 🎵 Listen to the Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd | — | ||||||
| 12/2/25 |  Inside the EA Role at Tetra Pak: Career Growth & Insights | 192: How a Technician Became a Top Executive Assistant at Tetra Pak! In this inspiring and honest conversation, we meet Niklas, a former technician who made an unconventional leap into the world of executive assistance. From managing machines to managing people, he shares how his technical background, team leadership, and passion for connection made him thrive in his new role at Tetra Pak. We talk about: - The evolving assistant profession- Remote leadership and collaboration across countries - Being a male EA in a female-dominated field - The power of IMA (International Management Assistants) and its mentorship - Balancing a career with gardening, parenting, and teaching kids about sustainability - Thoughts on AI, unconscious bias, and what the future holds for the next generation of assistants If you're looking for career inspiration, real talk on work-life balance, and insights into the changing face of admin roles — this episode is for you. Niklas Cerovina is Vice President Assistant at Tetra Pak in Lund, Sweden. With a background in technical operations and process engineering, he brings hands-on experience to his current role. Niklas was recognized as Upcoming Executive Assistant of the Year 2024 for his thoughtful approach to the evolving assistant profession. He's particularly interested in how leadership and AI are shaping the future of the role. LINKS 🔴 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KRqamtJhmPU - IMA - International Management Assistants: https://ima-network.org/ - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 Niklas's song: Abba and Dancing Queen 🎵 Listen to the Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd | — | ||||||
| 11/19/25 |  How Working Out Loud Transforms Careers, Confidence & Connection - John Stepper | 191: What if the key to growth isn't working harder — but working together? In this inspiring long-form conversation, Working Out Loud founder John Stepper reveals how peer-to-peer development, shared learning, and authentic human connection can transform not only careers but entire organizational cultures. John shares the origin story of Working Out Loud (WOL), now used in more than 100 global organizations, and explains why meaningful relationships, psychological safety, and generosity are at the heart of effective personal development. We explore how WOL circles spark confidence, belonging, and purpose — and why people stay connected for years after the program ends. The episode dives deep into purposeful discovery, John's approach to finding direction through intention, openness, and small steps. You'll hear remarkable real-life stories, including how individuals leveraged WOL to change careers, publish books, start companies, and reimagine what's possible in their professional lives. John also shares exclusive insights into his upcoming projects — from a new CliftonStrengths-based peer program to the Good Men Collective, a decentralized, non-commercial initiative designed to support men's well-being, resilience, and healthy connection. With wisdom, warmth, and refreshing honesty, John opens up about work, family, meaning, and how connection can help us shape a better future for ourselves and our communities. Whether you're in HR, leadership, coaching, organizational development, or simply searching for more purpose, this episode is packed with practical insights that will inspire you to grow — and maybe even start your own circle. Top 5 Takeaways From This Episode: - Why small, consistent steps can open doors you didn't even know existed. - How authentic human connection can transform not just work — but your sense of possibility. - Why generosity and visibility often matter more than ambition for long-term growth. - What can happen when people begin to trust themselves — and each other — inside a safe, structured space. - How purpose emerges not from certainty, but from curiosity, courage, and community. About John Stepper: John Stepper designs peer-to-peer development methods that build skills and relationships, that strengthen self-efficacy while fostering feelings of belonging. The Working Out Loud programs produce deeper engagement and a sense of self-determination in individuals—and more connected, collaborative cultures across organizations. The original method, described in Working Out Loud (Now in German and Chinese as well as English) is used by HR Managers in 100+ organizations for tens of thousands of employees worldwide. There is now a family of WOL methods: for leadership and team development, for wellness and female empowerment, and for operational workers in manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. John lives with his family in New York City. LINKS 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vfXBSLHkNlA - Website: https://www.workingoutloud.com/ - Book (Deutsch): https://www.amazon.de/Working-Out-Loud-Verbundenheit-Gemeinschaft/dp/3800662817 - TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpjNl3Z10uc - Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 John's song: "The Raiders March" - John Williams 🎵 Listen to the Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd | — | ||||||
| 11/5/25 |  Formula One Lessons for Executive Support | 190: What does Formula One teach us about being an exceptional executive assistant and strategic partner at the top level? In this inspiring episode, Nicole Bearne shares her journey from supporting one of Formula One's most respected leaders to becoming a communications expert and business founder. She takes us behind the paddock doors to reveal what it's really like to work alongside Ross Brawn, Michael Schumacher, and Lewis Hamilton—where every second counts and preparation is everything. You'll discover how executive support plays a crucial role in leadership success, team communication, and resilience under pressure. Nicole also talks about reinventing herself, building The Comms Exchange, and empowering others to grow from EA to leadership roles. Plus, she discusses her mission to inspire more women to join motorsport through programs like Girls on Track and the F1 Academy. This episode is a masterclass in confidence, communication, and career evolution—for anyone ready to bring Formula One focus into their executive support role. --- About the Guest: Nicole Bearne has been at the forefront of Formula 1 motor racing for over 25 years, winning 9 World Championships with the Brawn Grand Prix and Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 teams. Her extensive motorsport experience includes executive and technical operations, Internal Communications, Employee Experience and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). She is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Motorsport UK, the governing body of four-wheel motorsport in the UK. Nicole now leads The Comms Exchange, leveraging her F1 business experience and academic knowledge to help organisations build high-performing, people-centric cultures. She also runs 1-day workshops on Internal & Leadership Communication for EAs, PAs and Business Support professionals. Nicole holds a Master's degree in Organisational Behaviour and a CIPR Diploma in Internal Communication. She is a member of the Institute of Internal Communication, the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (MCIPR) and an Accredited PR Practitioner. Nicole is frequently invited to speak at Internal Communications, Employee Experience, Leadership and HR conferences in the UK, USA and Europe. Links: 🔴 Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/h_7dhABSjQY https://comms-exchange.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-bearne https://www.motorsportuk.org Nicole's song: We Are the Champions by Queen 🎵 Listen to the Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Diana Brandl on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 10/22/25 |  Berufsbild Assistenz im Wandel: Netzwerken, Community Mindset und lebenslanges Lernen | 189: Assistenz ist keine Nebenrolle, sie ist das Rückgrat moderner Unternehmensführung. In dieser inspirierenden Podcastfolge sprechen wir mit Nadine Götz von der DVAG (Deutsche Vermögensberatung) über das neue Berufsbild Assistenz – zwischen Digitalisierung, Künstlicher Intelligenz und Netzwerkkompetenz. Nadine gibt uns spannende Einblicke in ihre Rolle, ihren Weg in der Assistenzwelt und wie sie aktiv die Veränderung ihres Berufsbildes mitgestaltet. 📌 Was dich erwartet: – Warum moderne Assistenzen mehr sind als Kalender und Reiseplanung – Wie bei der DVAG interne Netzwerke und Community-Building gelebt werden – Welche Tools wie Microsoft 365, Copilot, OneNote & Outlook wirklich helfen – Wie du mit KI-Tools im Office produktiver arbeitest – Und warum Netzwerken für Assistenzen der Schlüssel zur beruflichen Weiterentwicklung ist Wir sprechen über digitale Assistenten, Tipps für die Assistenz der Zukunft, praktische Erfahrungswerte mit Power Automate und wie Lernen und Offenheit entscheidend für den Wandel im Office-Alltag sind. Diese Folge ist ein Must-Listen für alle, die im Office Management, als Executive Assistant oder in der modernen Assistenzrolle arbeiten – oder dorthin möchten. 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/LibFBwXFmO4 --- Nadine Götz ist eine erfahrene Assistenz mit einem fundierten kaufmännischen Hintergrund, den sie in einem Autohaus mit dem Schwerpunkt Automobilkauffrau aufgebaut hat. Nach ihrem Einstieg ins Berufsleben sammelte sie wertvolle Erfahrungen in der Kundenbetreuung bei einem internationalen Mietwagenunternehmen, wo sie zunächst Reisebüros und Veranstalter betreute. Später übernahm sie die komplette Verantwortung für den Budget Kundenservice im Incoming-Bereich. Ihre berufliche Reise führte sie schließlich zur Deutschen Vermögensberatung, wo sie als Assistenz im Bereich Veranstaltungen und Reisen tätig ist. In dieser Rolle bringt Nadine ihre organisatorischen Stärken, ihre kreative Ader und ihre emotionale Intelligenz gezielt ein. Ihr Engagement und ihre Leidenschaft für die Assistenzrolle wurden mehrfach ausgezeichnet, unter anderem mit dem ersten Platz beim Netzwerk Office Award sowie einem weiteren Preis als herausragendes Rolemodel in der Office-Community. Nadine engagiert sich seit vielen Jahren für mehr Sichtbarkeit und Kommunikation im Assistenzbereich. Sie investiert viel private Zeit in Weiterbildung und aktives Netzwerken und ist bekannt für ihren ausgeprägten Teamgeist und ihre Motivation. Neben ihrer beruflichen Tätigkeit findet Nadine Ausgleich durch Reisen, Theaterbesuche, Musikveranstaltungen und gemeinsame Unternehmungen mit ihrer Familie, all das stärkt ihre Energie und Kreativität für neue Projekte. 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/LibFBwXFmO4 Vernetze dich mit Nadine: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadine-götz-846325233/ Diana auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast auf Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 Song für die Spotify-Playlist: Shake It Off, Taylor Swift 🎵 Hier geht es zur Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd | — | ||||||
| 10/8/25 |  AI, Tech & ADHD: How Executive Assistants Can Thrive | 188: What if your biggest distraction could become your greatest productivity superpower? 💡 In this inspiring and practical talk, Lauren Bradley, founder of The Officials, reveals how AI, tech, and ADHD can combine to help executive assistants, office managers, and admin professionals not just survive—but thrive in today's fast-changing digital world. Discover how to harness AI tools like Notion, Microsoft Lists, and Power Automate, create smart workflows, and build confidence through automation, mentorship, and community. Lauren also opens up about living and working with ADHD, showing how to turn neurodiversity into a strength that fuels creativity, innovation, and leadership. Whether you're a tech-savvy EA or just starting to explore AI for administrative professionals, this episode is packed with practical strategies, productivity hacks, and empowering insights to future-proof your career. ✨ Watch now to learn how to use AI, embrace your ADHD brain, and build the confidence to lead in the age of automation. --- Lauren Bradley is the multi-award-winning founder of The Officials, an online platform dedicated to empowering administrative professionals through innovative training, mentorship, and a global community. With over 20 years of experience, she has trained executive assistants and office managers from top companies like Google, Siemens, and Mastercard. Having worked in key administrative roles, including Executive Assistant and Private PA, Lauren's "training for admins, by admins" philosophy guides her approach. A dynamic speaker and corporate trainer, she's known for her no-nonsense style on leadership, technology, career development, and confidence-building. With accolades like 2022 eLearning Businesswoman of the Year, Lauren is committed to advancing the administrative profession, offering practical, real-world insights on leveraging technology to help assistants thrive globally. Links: 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/C-LvVzPIyjo Promo: Treat Your Career as a Startup can be found here: https://community.jointheofficials.com/plans/1903717 Save 25% with the code BRADL1025 - https://jointheofficials.com/- https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmbradley/ Books: - The XX Brain by Dr Lisa Mosconi: https://amzn.to/40ami74- Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss: https://amzn.to/3HQDoRm- Hooked by Nir Eyal: https://amzn.to/4jWjTnC 🎵 Executive Office Insights Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Lauren's playlist song: Sweet Disposition by Temper Trap Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 9/24/25 |  Chief of Staff, Leadership and Faith with Concetta Green | 187: What does it really take to be Chief of Staff at Harvard Business Publishing? I sit down with Concetta Green, Chief of Staff at Harvard Business Publishing, for an inspiring deep dive into leadership, career growth, and purpose-driven success. From her journey as an assistant to becoming a trusted executive partner, Concetta reveals why purpose matters more than titles, how mentorship and kindness shape real leadership, and why administrators are the unseen backbone of business. She also shares how faith and grace help her navigate challenges and create space for options. Outside the office, Concetta opens up about family life, volunteering, adopting a senior rescue dog, and what it means to balance leadership in the age of AI. Packed with career growth strategies, leadership lessons, and motivational insights, this episode is a must-listen for executive assistants, aspiring chiefs of staff, and anyone passionate about modern leadership and workplace culture. Concetta Green has cultivated a rich tapestry of experience in administrative support, adeptlyworking both independently and at the helm of a team of Executive Assistants. For twentyyears, Concetta'scareer has seen her thrive in the fast-paced environments of start-ups as wellas the storied halls of organizations over a century old. From her time as COO of a faith-based NPO to her current role as Chief of Staff at Harvard Business Publishing, Concetta expertlynavigates the nuances of each organization with precision, devotion and care. As a leader, Concettanot only manages with efficiency but also mentors with compassion, guiding her team of EAs to excellence. Known for her heartfelt and humorous approach, Concettahas a unique talent for connecting with diverse teams and audiences, inspiring themto embrace both personal and professional growth. Her book, TooBusy, Too Bored for Prayer showcases her ability to distill complex ideas into relatable wisdom, a skill that has made her an influential voice at women's conferences and a beloved author and ghostwriter. Concetta holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Speech Pathology and a Master's Degree in Non-Profit Management. If you are interested in connecting with Concetta for workshops or speaking engagements: GreenEADevelopment@gmail.com --- 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AWKP1WZynsE - Website: https://concettagreen.com/ - LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/concetta-green-38816138 - Playlist song: Roar by Katy Perry 🎵 Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd - Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ - Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter - Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS - Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 9/17/25 |  Executive Assistant Tipps: Kalender, Meetings & Kommunikation (nur Audio) | 186: Wie führt man Chefs durch den Tag – ohne Mikromanagement? Mit Klartext, Mut und System. Stephanie Rockenbach, erfahrene Vorstandsassistentin, zeigt, wie Kommunikation auf Augenhöhe, Hartnäckigkeit und smarte Team-Routinen den Executive-Office-Alltag strukturieren: vom Kalender über Meetings bis Reise- und Unterlagenmanagement – mit Vertrauen statt Klein-Klein. Ihr Weg führt von Köln über IT/Software ins Bankenwesen und prägt ihren Blick auf Empathie und Qualitätsanspruch. Außerdem teilt sie ihre Haltung zu KI in der Assistenz: nützlich für Text & Zusammenfassung – aber nur mit Compliance und gesundem Menschenverstand. Ideal für alle, die Executive Assistant, Office Management, C-Level-Support oder Leadership-Kommunikation besser verstehen und direkt anwendbare Taktiken mitnehmen wollen. --- Stephanie Rockenbach unterstützt mit großer Leidenschaft Führungskräfte, gestaltet Strukturen und sorgt für reibungslose Abläufe. Organisationstalent, Flexibilität und Empathie prägen ihre Arbeit und ihr Leben. Nach dem Schulabschluss in Köln folgte eine Ausbildung zur Arzthelferin und später eine Weiterbildung zur Assistentin der Textverarbeitung. Berufserfahrung sammelte sie in verschiedenen Branchen, darunter Softwarehäuser und Banken, wo sie sich auf Organisation, Kommunikation und die Begleitung von Führungskräften spezialisierte. Seit 2016 ist sie bei der Bank für Sozialwirtschaft AG tätig und leitet derzeit das Büro des Vorstandsvorsitzenden der BFS Sozialfinanz AG. In dieser Position steuert sie Informationsflüsse, koordiniert Prozesse und schafft ein vertrauensvolles Arbeitsumfeld. Durch eine Coaching-Ausbildung sowie eine Qualifikation zur Palliativbegleiterin vertiefte sie ihre Fähigkeiten in Kommunikation und Empathie. Geduld, Mitgefühl und Zuhören stehen dabei stets im Mittelpunkt ihres Handelns. --- Vernetzt euch mit Stephanie auf LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-rockenbach-a0437016 Playlist Song: Treat people with kindness - Harry Stiles 🎵 Hier geht es zur Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd Diana auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast auf Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 9/10/25 |  Microsoft Insights: Executive Support & Career Secrets | 185: Go behind the scenes of Microsoft Germany's CEO Office with two inspiring women: Andrea (Executive Assistant) and Svetlana (Chief of Staff). In this candid conversation, they share what it really takes to support a top executive, manage complex schedules, and keep leadership moving at full speed. Discover: ✅ The difference between an Executive Assistant and a Chief of Staff ✅ How to manage the CEO Office of Microsoft Germany ✅ Career insights and skills for assistants and chiefs of staff ✅ Tools and strategies that keep leadership effective ✅ Why collaboration and trust are the key to success This episode is packed with career tips, leadership insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from the fast-paced world of Microsoft. Perfect for aspiring Executive Assistants, future Chiefs of Staff, or anyone curious about leadership support at the highest level. Svetlana Barsova has been with Microsoft for over 14 years, spending most of that time working at Microsoft in Russia. Since 2023, she has served as Chief of Staff to Agnes Heftberger, CVP & CEO of Microsoft Germany & Austria. Svetlana enjoys engaging with other CEO Offices from our customers and is passionate about sharing how we shape our own CEO Office, foster open and transparent communication, and integrate Copilot into our daily work. Andrea Bross has been with Microsoft Germany for over 6 years and, since July 2024, has been the Executive Assistant to Agnes Heftberger, CVP & CEO of Microsoft Germany & Austria. She supports executive assistants in customer and partner organizations on their journey toward a modern and digital workplace. For the past year and a half, Copilot has become an indispensable part of Andrea's daily work—she's happy to demonstrate in customer workshops when and where it can be used in the assistant role. Beyond that, she's deeply passionate about Diversity & Inclusion topics; she led the Families at Microsoft group for over 3 years and remains an active board member of the group. LINKS: 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nTPbeu2IM78 Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 Playlist songs: Andrea: Sugar by Robin Schulz Svetlana: - 🎵 Listen to the Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd | — | ||||||
| 9/3/25 |  Karriere-Neustart mit 50+: Cornelias inspirierende Erfolgsgeschichte | 184: Wie schafft man es, mit Ende 50 noch einmal beruflich neu durchzustarten? In dieser Folge erfährst du, wie Cornelia Bahr den Mut gefunden hat, einen kompletten Jobwechsel anzugehen – und welche Strategien, Netzwerke und Weiterbildungen ihr geholfen haben. ✨ Du bekommst praxisnahe Tipps für berufliche Veränderung im Alter, erfährst, wie man den eigenen Marktwert erkennt, neue Chancen nutzt und auch in einem völlig neuen Umfeld schnell ankommt. Diese Episode ist vollgepackt mit Motivation, echten Karriere-Erfahrungen und klaren Schritten für alle, die sagen: „Es ist nie zu spät, neu anzufangen." 🚀 Über Cornelia Bahr: Eine berufliche Reise voller Vielfalt und Engagement: Nach dem Verlust einer Arbeitsstelle begann für Cornelia Bahr ein neuer Abschnitt mit 14 Jahren als Assistentin der Geschäftsführung und Dolmetscherin in einer Handelsagentur für Obst und Gemüse, wo Sprachkenntnisse in Spanisch und später Italienisch eingesetzt wurden. Es folgten 1,5 Jahre als Vertriebsassistentin und anschließend 9 Jahre in der Unternehmensberatung als Teamassistentin. Fast 4 Jahre war Conny im Start-up-Bereich mit Fokus auf Medizin tätig, bevor der Weg zurück zur Unternehmensberatung unter neuer Leitung für weitere 3 Jahre führte. Seit Januar 2022 agiert Conny als Referentin der Geschäftsführung bei der DKSR GmbH (Daten-Kompetenzzentrum für Städte und Regionen). Seit fast 35 Jahren ist Cornelia Bahr in einer glücklichen Ehe, bereichert durch einen Sohn, mittlerweile 32 Jahre alt. Eine beeindruckende Lebensgeschichte voller Hingabe und Entwicklung. LINKS: 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/qQ9lwBbcnzY Cornelias LikedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/cornelia-bahr Cornelias Playlist-Song: Hells Bells von AC/DC 🎵 Hier geht es zur Executive Office Insights Spotify-Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3QH8HL8oWIC0HzHWvb5KLd --- Diana auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast auf Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 8/27/25 | ![Former EA to Sir Richard Branson and Hospitality Expert - Samantha Cox [Summer Edition] episode artwork](https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/3/e/3/d/3e3de86a72a1352616c3140a3186d450/Cover_Summer_Edition-20250827-2ckv473ibv.jpg) Former EA to Sir Richard Branson and Hospitality Expert - Samantha Cox [Summer Edition] | 183/124: Samantha Cox's career journey is indeed impressive and diverse, showcasing her expertise in Executive Assistant, Hospitality, and VIP Guest Services roles. Her extensive experience, spanning over 20 years, has involved working with high-profile clients and in various locations around the world. One notable highlight is her time working for Sir Richard Branson, the Founder of the Virgin Group. During her tenure, she not only served as an executive assistant but also became part of a select group managing personal affairs, budgets, charitable initiatives, and coordinating celebrity visits, while being based on Necker Island. Her involvement with Virgin Unite and The Elders demonstrates her commitment to philanthropy and global issues, supporting initiatives founded by Sir Richard Branson and Nelson Mandela. Samantha's international exposure is evident through her travels to the Caribbean, Central America, the Far East, Australia, and Europe. Her role as the Corporate Director of VIP Guest Services for Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casinos in the USA further enriched her professional portfolio. Returning to Australia, Samantha opened the award-winning hospitality venue, Shell House, in Sydney CBD. Additionally, she launched her consulting business, Samantha Cox International, at the end of 2023. Her mantra of saying "yes" reflects her energetic and driven nature, encouraging a positive mindset and a willingness to embrace new challenges. With a background that spans continents and industries, Samantha Cox continues to be a dynamic and passionate professional in the fields of executive support, hospitality, and consulting. Her multifaceted career showcases a commitment to excellence and a willingness to explore diverse opportunities. Links: Connect with Sam https://scinternational.com.au www.linkedin.com/in/samanthalcox http://facebook.com/SamanthaCoxInternational Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 8/20/25 | ![New Work & Diversity: Inklusion und Karrierewege neu gedacht [Summer Edition] episode artwork](https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/2/a/e/5/2ae522b49ffbed5716c3140a3186d450/149_Episoden_Cover_v2-20250820-sj9ugpm2cz.jpg) New Work & Diversity: Inklusion und Karrierewege neu gedacht [Summer Edition] | 182/149: Entdecke, wie Diversität und „New Work" die Arbeitswelt verändern und was moderne Unternehmen tun, um ein inklusives Arbeitsumfeld zu schaffen! Begleite mich in diesem aufschlussreichen Gespräch mit Dominique Jäger, in dem wir über die Bedeutung von Diversität und Inklusion im heutigen Arbeitsumfeld sprechen, die Zukunft der Führung beleuchten und wie flexible Arbeitsmodelle unseren Ansatz zur Produktivität und Work-Life-Balance verändern. Dominique teilt ihren Weg von ihren ersten Rollen in der Beratung bis hin zur Führung von Diversity-Initiativen bei der DKB und gibt dir wertvolle Lektionen zum Karrierewachstum und Führung mit. Erfahre, wie du eine inklusive Kultur schaffen, deine persönliche Entwicklung fördern und wirkungsvoll führen kannst. Perfekt, wenn du dich für moderne Arbeitsplatztrends, Karriereberatung und praktische Einblicke in den Aufbau diverser Teams interessierst. Dominique Jäger ist eine prämierte Expertin im Bereich Change und People Management sowie Diversity Management, deren Arbeit sich durch einen tiefen Fokus auf das Thema „Mensch" auszeichnet. Als „Zukunftsmacherin 2023" von Business Insider und „Women of The Year 2024" von Beyond Gender Agenda ist sie eine anerkannte Vordenkerin, die die Verbindungen zwischen Unternehmenskultur, Leadership, People Management und Diversity Management nicht nur versteht, sondern als untrennbare Einheit betrachtet. Dominique ist Bestseller-Autorin, deren Buch „Die Zukunftsrepublik" im Manager Magazin und SPIEGEL gelistet wurde. Ihre berufliche Laufbahn ist geprägt von der Überzeugung, dass Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) sowie People & Culture keine „Nice-to-Have"-Themen, sondern entscheidende Faktoren für unternehmerischen Erfolg sind. Sie betont, dass diese Bereiche nicht nur miteinander in Beziehung stehen, sondern einander bedingen: Wenn eines dieser Elemente nicht funktioniert, leidet auch das andere. Dominique teilt ihre Einsichten und Inspirationen auch über ihren eigenen Podcast „Let's Change" sowie jetzt bald auch im „Macher*innen Podcast - weil Taten mehr zählen als Worte", in dem sie spannende Persönlichkeiten aus Wirtschaft, Politik und Wissenschaft einlädt, um über das Thema Veränderung zu sprechen und wie man diese erfolgreich meistert sowie über Ihr LinkedIn Profil. Links: 🔴 Folge auf YouTube anschauen: https://youtu.be/slbumEvluno Let's Change Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0yzfjVLofKudb0sKtq0hn0 Dominique Jäger auf LinkedIn: https://de.linkedin.com/in/jaegerdominique Diana auf LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ The Future Assistant Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast auf Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast auf Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
| 8/13/25 | ![Former Madonna Family Assistant, Entrepreneur and Lifestyle Specialist Donata Boston [Summer Edition] episode artwork](https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/c/a/5/1/ca513309c4933f33d959afa2a1bf1c87/181_Episoden_Cover-20250811-o7d6pgidxh.jpg) Former Madonna Family Assistant, Entrepreneur and Lifestyle Specialist Donata Boston [Summer Edition] | 181/135: Donata Boston is a premier lifestyle support specialist for ultra-high net worth individuals who offers unparalleled, personalized service through meticulous matchmaking, onboarding, and ongoing coaching. Unlike traditional staffing agencies, she creates cohesive, high-performing teams that align with her clients' unique needs and lifestyles. She advocates for her candidates, coaching them on their holistic career trajectories. Her career started working as an assistant to prominent figures like Madonna across various industries. Donata transitioned into entrepreneurship and now sets a new standard in lifestyle support, empowering clients to achieve their goals and enjoy greater freedom. 🔴 Watch the Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/h9-zLfUJGhY Connect with Donata: Website: https://donataboston.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donata-boston-322003170/ For nanny jobs in the US: https://www.thenannies.com/ For Lacy's manifestation program and guided meditations: https://tobemagnetic.com/ Book "Range" by David Epstein: https://a.co/d/7DFQXXP Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/ Executive Office Insights Newsletter: https://the-socialista-projects.com/#newsletter Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the-socialista-projects Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qBSDjTfYOG2x6qos7dKkS Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661 | — | ||||||
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