The Chief of Staff Podcast

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Interviews with Chiefs of Staff. The CoS Pod hopes to give people insights into how these individuals are the glue that holds organizations and teams together.

  1. The Career Accelerant: Lessons from a Chief of Staff Turned COO

    21H AGO

    The Career Accelerant: Lessons from a Chief of Staff Turned COO

    Bryan Silverman joined Suzy (then CrowdTap) as an SDR and never left. Over nearly 11 years, he's moved from enterprise sales to Chief of Staff, to running a business unit, to his current role as COO. In this episode, Bryan talks with Scott about the leap of faith that brought him into the Chief of Staff role, what it means to be "involved in everything but in charge of nothing," and how establishing operating cadences became one of his most lasting contributions. He shares hard-won lessons on people management, the transition from doing the work yourself to delegating with context, and why driving leverage, not just output, has been the common thread across every role he's held. Bryan also gets candid about the glass ceiling many Chiefs of Staff face around P&L ownership and people management, and how AI is shifting the balance from execution to problem selection. Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network membership, courses, and resources at https://www.chiefofstaff.network/. Tune into Bryan Silverman's discussion with Tom Guthrie on driving AI Transformation on AI for Operators podcast.

    44 min
  2. From Force Multiplier to Builder: Why We're Taking Connect to 7 Cities in 2026

    FEB 11

    From Force Multiplier to Builder: Why We're Taking Connect to 7 Cities in 2026

    Chief of Staff Connect is expanding to seven cities in 2026, our biggest year yet. We're meeting Chiefs of Staff at one of the most critical inflection points in the role. In this episode, Scott Amenta and Tom Guthrie break down the strategy behind Connect 2026 and why this year's theme — FROM FORCE MULTIPLIER TO BUILDER — defines where the profession is heading. You'll hear: Why we're bringing flagship Connect events back to London, San Francisco, and New York and what's different this yearThe story behind launching Chief of Staff Connect Forums in four new markets (tune in to find out where!)What it means to shift from "force multiplier" to "builder" and why that matters for your careerHow we designed this year's events to be more practical, hands-on, and regionally relevantWhy tickets (Flagship and Forum) include annual CoS Network PRO+ membership and what that unlocksThe best Chiefs of Staff aren't just amplifying their executives anymore, they're building systems, frameworks, and infrastructure that transform organizations. Connect 2026 is where you learn how to make that shift. Registration is open now at chiefofstaffconnect.com. Early bird pricing ends soon. Don't wait.

    10 min
  3. From Boardroom to Therapy Room: What Chiefs of Staff Need to Know About Emotional Support

    FEB 4

    From Boardroom to Therapy Room: What Chiefs of Staff Need to Know About Emotional Support

    Chiefs of Staff often find themselves serving as informal therapists to their principals, but where's the line? Dhyan Valle, spent 2.5+ years as Chief of Staff at MightyHive shares what he got right and wrong when supporting his principal, including through a stressful M&A process. Now a licensed therapist, Dhyan returns to unpack what he learned about trust, containment, and why the best support sometimes means resisting the urge to fix things quickly. Looking to find a therapist who also understands the ins and outs of the Chief of Staff role? Learn more about Dhyan's work here: https://www.therapywithdhyan.com/ Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network community, events, and programs at https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

    26 min
  4. The Builder's Mindset: How Chiefs of Staff Create Real Ownership

    JAN 28

    The Builder's Mindset: How Chiefs of Staff Create Real Ownership

    Elyse Levine's career has taken her from the FBI's cyber division to Disney Parks to running USC's new capital campus in Washington, DC. Along the way, she's learned that the Chief of Staff role isn't just about support, it's about finding the projects no one else is raising their hand for. We dig into how she built trust, scaled initiatives, and eventually transitioned from advisor to owner. Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network's membership, courses, and events here: https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

    41 min
  5. Finding Your Inner Compass: How Chiefs of Staff Can Lead with Purpose in the Age of AI

    JAN 21

    Finding Your Inner Compass: How Chiefs of Staff Can Lead with Purpose in the Age of AI

    Chiefs of Staff are often the first to feel organizational misalignment, but rarely have the tools to address it. In this episode, Michaela Zuckova and Carl Miller, co-founders of The Purpose Project, share how AI can become a powerful tool for self-discovery, helping leaders find their "inner compass" before transforming their teams. We explore why slowing down is the ultimate competitive advantage and how personal alignment creates capacity for high performance. Discover more about Carl and Michaela's work at https://thepurposeproject.world/ Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network's membership, courses, and events here: https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

    30 min
  6. The Stunt Double: How Chiefs of Staff Create Impact Through Anticipation

    JAN 14

    The Stunt Double: How Chiefs of Staff Create Impact Through Anticipation

    How do you measure success in a role with no clear KPIs? Itamar Melamed, Chief of Staff at Empathy, reveals his framework for managing up effectively: tracking decisions made on behalf of his CEO, anticipating needs before they're voiced, and building trust through careful observation of calendar patterns, communication styles, and organizational priorities. Learn why the best Chiefs of Staff operate as stunt doubles, not gatekeepers. Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network's membership, courses, and events here: https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

    34 min
  7. Strategy vs. Operations: The Chief of Staff's Balancing Act

    JAN 7

    Strategy vs. Operations: The Chief of Staff's Balancing Act

    Emily Sander, Founder + CEO + Executive Leadership Coach at Next Level Coaching joins us to unpack one of the most fundamental tensions in the Chief of Staff role: when to zoom out for strategy and when to dive into operations. Drawing from her own experience running both a subsidiary and the Chief of Staff function simultaneously, Emily shares tactical frameworks for lifting yourself out of the weeds, communicating your strategic impact, and knowing when to switch hats—sometimes in the same meeting. Plus: why the question "who can help me?" might be more important than "how can I do more?" Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network's membership, courses, and events here:  https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

    36 min
  8. Beyond Excel: Building Operating Rhythm from Scratch

    12/17/2025

    Beyond Excel: Building Operating Rhythm from Scratch

    "I didn't inherit a broken one. I did inherit a non-existent one." Jamie Dalton, Chief of Staff at Adobe, joins the podcast with Scott to share her experience building operating rhythm from nothing. When the team moved from finance into IT, they brought Excel tracking, sporadic meetings, and no cross-functional visibility. Jamie walks through how she created structure without killing flexibility, why she limits meeting attendance despite FOMO, and what makes the Chief of Staff role uniquely positioned to drive horizontal alignment across vertical teams. Learn more about the Chief of Staff Network's membership, courses, and events here: https://www.chiefofstaff.network/

    35 min
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Interviews with Chiefs of Staff. The CoS Pod hopes to give people insights into how these individuals are the glue that holds organizations and teams together.

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  • Creator
    Chief of Staff Network
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
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    © Chief of Staff Network
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