Executive Office Insights
179/113: Founder & CEO: Douglas R. Conant is an internationally renowned business leader, New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and social media influencer with over 40 years of leadership experience at world-class global companies. For the past 20 years of his leadership journey, he has honed his leadership craft at the most senior levels—first as President of the Nabisco Foods Company, then as CEO of Campbell Soup Company (), and finally as Chairman of Avon Products. In 2011, he founded ConantLeadership—a mission-driven community of leaders and learners who...
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178/136: Als Chief Operating Officer (COO) Germany und Eastern Europe in einer der weltweit größten Wirtschaftskanzleien spielt Astrid Altmann Forbes eine zentrale Rolle in der Führung und strategischen Ausrichtung des Unternehmens. In ihrer Rolle als COO arbeitet sie Hand in Hand mit dem Senior Partner und dem German Executive Team zusammen, um die langfristige Vision und das kontinuierliche Wachstum der Kanzlei voranzutreiben. Darüber hinaus ist sie verantwortlich für die Leitung und Koordination von mehr als 250 Business Team Mitgliedern in Deutschland. Die Business Teams umfassen...
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177/143: Empathetic, strategic, and meticulous about the details, Chynna Clayton has built a career enabling some of the world’s most influential leaders to excel in high stress environments. Chynna is the founder and CEO of Matriarch Made Development, a consulting firm that centers around helping companies and organizations develop high performing administrative teams, identify and address overall operating structure and event logistics inefficiencies and further cultivate assistant’s talents. Named in honor of the four generations of maternal women who have paved the way for her to...
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176/142: Angelina Kirsch – ein wahres Rollenmodell, das mit Authentizität und Vielseitigkeit begeistert. Sie hat als erfolgreiche Markenbotschafterin, Autorin und Model ihren Weg gefunden. Sie teilt ihre bewegende Geschichte über den Umgang mit ihrer halbseitigen Gesichtslähmung und wie sie diese Herausforderung gemeistert hat. Angelina spricht offen über Body Positivity und Selbstliebe und gibt wertvolle Einblicke, wie sie ihre Follower dazu ermutigt, sich selbst zu akzeptieren. Zudem erhältst du exklusive Einblicke in ihre neueste Modekollektion und ihre kreativen Zukunftspläne. Lass...
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175: Ever wondered what it’s like to support a global icon like Serena Williams while managing billion-dollar operations behind the scenes? Grant Firestone reveals how he navigated the high-stakes world of elite sports, entertainment, and major infrastructure — without a traditional roadmap. In this inspiring episode, we explore his path from Chief of Staff to Serena to leading innovation at LAX and Schneider Electric. Packed with honest stories, leadership insights, and career-changing advice, this is a must-watch for aspiring executives, aviation enthusiasts, and curious minds alike....
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174: Es geht um Mut, Fokus, Disziplin und Unternehmertum auf höchstem Level. Erfahre, wie eine deutsche Unternehmerin ihre nachhaltige Taschenmarke aus Berlin in die USA bringt, sich ein komplett neues Netzwerk aufbaut und dabei ihre Rolle als Mutter genauso lebt wie das tägliche Business. Lili Radu ist Gründerin und Geschäftsführerin von VEE COLLECTIVE, der am schnellsten wachsenden Taschenmarke Deutschlands. Gemeinsam mit ihrem Mann Patrick Löwe definiert sie das Konzept der modischen Handtasche völlig neu. Ihre Produkte vereinen Fashion, Funktionalität und Nachhaltigkeit und...
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173: Discover what it's really like to operate at the top. In this eye-opening conversation with Mackenzie Lee, we explore the evolving role of the Chief of Staff, the transformation of the CEO office, and how AI is reshaping leadership. Whether you're an Executive Assistant, rising leader, or startup founder, this episode delivers actionable insights on succession planning, strategic decision-making, and the future of executive operations. Learn how to build a world-class office, improve performance through health checks, and download the top-rated Office of the CEO playbook. --- Mackenzie is...
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172: Wie wird man von der Assistenz zur Geschäftsführerin? Nicole Neubauer nimmt uns mit auf ihre persönliche und berufliche Reise – ehrlich, inspirierend und voll wertvoller Insights. Sie erklärt, warum die Rolle der Assistenz oft unterschätzt wird und welches Potenzial in ihr steckt. Mit ihrer langjährigen Erfahrung in der Unternehmensberatung spricht sie über Leadership, Persönlichkeitsdiagnostik, den Einfluss von KI, die Bedeutung von Netzwerken und wie man sich selbst treu bleibt. Ein Muss für alle, die ihre Karriere bewusst gestalten wollen – ob am Anfang oder mittendrin....
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171: Melba J. Duncan is the Founder and President of The Duncan Group Inc., a retained search and consulting firm. Since 1985, the firm has been advising CEOs and other corporate leaders regarding specialized senior management support resources. Ms. Duncan was Assistant to The Hon. Peter G. Peterson, Founder of The Peter G. Peterson Foundation, Chairman Emeritus and Co-Founder of The Blackstone Group, former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lehman Brothers Kuhn Loeb Incorporated, and former Secretary of Commerce. In her prior position, she was Assistant to Sanford C. Bernstein, Chairman...
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170: Chantal Thyes ist eine erfahrene Vorstandsassistentin mit fundiertem Hintergrund in strategischem Executive Support, Unternehmenskommunikation und Office Management. Aktuell unterstützt sie seit 2022 den Vorstand der MAST-Jägermeister SE in organisatorischen und kommunikativen Belangen. Zuvor war sie u. a. als Referentin für Öffentlichkeitsarbeit beim vedec e.V. sowie mehrere Jahre als Assistenz der Geschäftsführung tätig. Parallel engagiert sie sich seit 2020 als freie Rednerin für persönliche Zeremonien. Akademisch verfügt sie über einen Masterabschluss in Human Resource...
info_outline152: Powerful insights and career-defining moments shape this engaging interview with Rhonda, founder of On the Right Track. Discover her journey from administrative assistant to globally recognized entrepreneur. Rhonda’s forward-thinking use of AI tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly showcases her vision for the future of tech in the workplace. Her unique blend of career expertise and personal reflections on family and work-life balance make this a must-watch for anyone focused on career growth, the future of AI, and a balanced, impactful life.
Insightful … humorous … entertaining … even contagious … words that are often used to describe Rhonda Scharf. A speaker with the uncanny ability to look at the normal and see something quite different.
She’s a funny girl, with funny stories and a fun way to look at life as well as live life. She comes from a small town outside of a small town and her small town quirky look on life is going to make you question why you do what you do. You are guaranteed to learn a thing or two on your journey from her unique perspective.
Rhonda has been a professional speaker for over 30 years, has spoken in dozens of countries, has earned her Certified Speaking Professional, is a member of the Speaking Hall of Fame, is a Global Speaking Fellow, and been awarded the Spirit of CAPS which is The Canadian Association of Professional Speakers’ highest honor. She is the only speaker in the entire world with all four accreditations. She has written eight books with her ninth on the way. However, her proudest accomplishment is finally breaking 95 on the golf course, and of course being a proud Nana!
Rhonda has been earning money from speaking since she was two years old! Her mother used to offer her 25 cents to be quiet for five minutes. Since that time, she has figured out how to get clients to pay her to speak and to not be quiet. Her mother and her family still don’t understand why.
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🔴 Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bK11EJlok9o
http://www.AdminsRock.com
https://www.facebook.com/RhondaScharfONTHERIGHTTRACK
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhondascharf/
Newsletter: https://on-the-right-track.com
Diana on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-brandl/
The Future Assistant 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