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Executive Office Insights

Release Date: 04/23/2025

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Executive Office Insights

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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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180/154: In diesem Video, welches wir beim Norddeutschen Rundfunk live aufgenommen haben, erzählt Swantje Allmers von ihrer persönlichen Reise als Workaholic. Erfahre, wie sie die Warnzeichen von Burnout ignorierte, welche körperlichen und emotionalen Konsequenzen das hatte und wie sie schließlich den Weg zurück zu einem gesunden Gleichgewicht fand. Dieses Gespräch ist für alle, die sich zwischen Karriere und Selbstfürsorge verlieren, und zeigt eindrucksvoll, warum Work-Life-Balance mehr als nur ein Trend ist. Hört in diese Folge, wenn ihr nach Tipps sucht, um Überarbeitung und...

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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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Selbstliebe, Karriere & Familie: Angelina Kirsch [Summer Edition] show art Selbstliebe, Karriere & Familie: Angelina Kirsch [Summer Edition]

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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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169: Jodie Mears is a strategic C-Suite Executive Assistant, a respected thought leader in the administrative profession, and LinkedIn Top Voice, recognised with the Blue Badge for her industry expertise. With over 20+ years of experience spanning aviation, energy, and digital sectors, she currently supports C-Suite executives at Bentley Systems, combining high-level executive support with operational excellence and strategic business partnerships.

As the co-host of “The Crodie Files” podcast and an Advisory Board Member for The PA Show-UK, Jodie is passionate about elevating the administrative profession. Her highly sought-after mentoring and coaching program, which maintains a waitlist into 2025, offers a unique bespoke six-session approach to helping administrative professionals transform their existing talents into career-advancing strengths.

A certified Mental Health First Aider and Regional Wellness Lead, Jodie regularly shares her insights through speaking engagements, her monthly newsletter “The Assist List,” and industry publications.

Connect with Jodie on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodiemears or visit http://craigandjodie.com/.

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Podcast on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/de/podcast/the-future-assistant/id1493106661