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Leveraging Leadership

Leveraging Leadership

By: Emily Sander
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Are you ready to up your leadership game? Tune in to Leveraging Leadership, where Chiefs of Staff, executives, and business professionals find the tools, strategies, and insights they need to excel. Hosted by Emily Sander, a C-suite executive turned leadership coach, this podcast delivers practical and tactical takeaways every week.

Whether you're tackling tough conversations, fine-tuning your KPIs, or mastering delegation, this show offers new perspectives and actionable advice to help you feel confident and thrive in your role.


Each Monday, enjoy interviews with leaders from diverse fields—primarily business, but also from military, politics, and higher education. Every Wednesday, catch a solo episode where Emily shares concise, actionable insights on a specific topic you can apply immediately.

If you appreciate relatable, informal conversations that pack a punch with no fluff, you’re in the right place. While especially valuable for Chiefs of Staff and their Principals, the insights are useful for any leader aiming to grow.

Don’t miss your chance to advance as a leader.

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Episodes
  • Designing the SYSTEM for Achieving Your Goals (Part 3)
    Jan 28 2026

    Emily Sander explains how to set up systems that make it easier to stick to New Year's goals, like laying out workout clothes by the door or using food tracking apps with preloaded meals. She shares personal examples, including her efforts to improve sleep by using an OURA ring and building an evening routine, and gives tips on matching goal-setting approaches to your personality and the type of goal. The focus is on making the process work for you, so healthy habits and results come naturally.


    Get in touch with Emily:
    Want help building systems that actually support your goals? Book a clarity call w/ Emily here.

    Free Leadership Resources


    LinkedIn

    Website

    Newsletter


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


    Time Stamps:
    00:29 Building a System for Success

    01:06 Knowing Yourself and Your Goals

    03:00 Tactical Tips for Weight Loss

    04:37 Tracking Progress and Adjusting Systems

    07:19 Personal Example: Improving Sleep

    13:58 Conclusion: Designing Systems for Inevitable Success

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    15 mins
  • Fitness, Finance, and Leadership: A Blueprint for Effective Chief of Staff Roles
    Jan 26 2026

    Jared Stein shares his unconventional path from running CrossFit and Orange Theory gyms to becoming a Chief of Staff at a virtual investment firm. He talks about managing operations, streamlining team roles, and implementing the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS). Jared also discusses how his firm helps clients with a deep financial “X-ray” to spot hidden overlaps in their investment portfolios.


    Links Mentioned:

    Company Website

    Email Jared Stein


    ​​Get in touch with Emily:

    Want to chat with Emily? Book a quick clarity call here.

    Free Leadership Resources


    LinkedIn

    Website

    Newsletter


    Who Am I?

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


    Time Stamps:

    00:36 Jared's Unconventional Path to Chief of Staff

    02:38 Challenges and Transitions During COVID

    04:02 The Chief of Staff Opportunity

    07:13 Interview Process and Personal Milestones

    08:29 Joining Poterack Capital

    15:46 Virtual Operations and Team Dynamics

    18:12 Client Onboarding and Financial X-Ray

    20:22 Understanding the Client Process

    24:41 Implementing Organizational Discipline

    26:45 Advice for Aspiring Chiefs of Staff

    32:56 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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    35 mins
  • Prioritizing Time, Energy, and Attention for Leadership Growth (Part 2)
    Jan 21 2026

    Emily Sander explains the "wheel of life" exercise, a tool to review different areas like career, relationships, community, hobbies, and physical or spiritual life. She gives examples of focusing on being a better parent, manager, or entrepreneur, and suggests honestly assessing where you're doing well and where you could improve. The episode encourages setting practical New Year's goals based on current priorities and where your energy is best spent.


    Get in touch with Emily:
    Want help assessing where you’re thriving and where to focus next? Book a clarity call w/ Emily here.


    Free Leadership Resources

    LinkedIn

    Website

    Newsletter

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


    Time Stamps:

    00:31 Understanding the Wheel of Life

    01:26 Identifying Your Stakeholders

    02:08 Self-Assessment and Goal Setting

    03:09 Practical Steps to Improve

    04:47 Balancing Different Life Areas

    06:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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    7 mins
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