Best Emily Sander Podcasts (2026)

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Q&A: How to Delegate Without Guilt and Still Get Promoted 12:48

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A Chief of Staff named Samir asks for advice about being overloaded at a startup, struggling to delegate, and never taking real breaks. Emily Sander suggests Samir update his boss on his workload, start delegating in small steps, and actually schedule and enjoy a vacation - sharing her own tips for disconnecting, including going snuba diving and ig…

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Building Trust and Delivering Excellence for High Net Worth Individuals 30:19

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Nashid Braswell shares how he became a Chief of Staff, starting with personal shopping for friends in Italy and moving on to high-stakes roles supporting executives and managing billion-dollar projects. He explains building trust with his principal, creating personalized experiences for guests (like arranging Austin barbecue tastings), and offers t…

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Private Equity Unpacked: Lessons from Writing "On Ramp to Exit" 30:17

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Dive into the world of private equity with hosts Rory Liebhart, Emily Sander, and Ed Barton! In this episode of The Private Equity Experience Podcast, the trio discusses their groundbreaking book On Ramp to Exit—a no-nonsense guide to navigating PE transactions, avoiding pitfalls, and preparing for the future. Learn why they wrote the book, their p…

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Clarifying Your Role and Goal for Leadership Success 8:48

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This episode breaks down the "What's your role, what's your goal" framework, with Emily Sander sharing practical examples like a Chief of Staff running a post-mortem, facilitating meetings, or just observing and debriefing with their principal. The approach also applies outside work, like being a supportive parent or a good flight passenger. Emily …

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PPP 183 - Wound management with Gary Bain (AKA the Wound Guy) 42:51

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We talk to Gary Bain (AKA the wound guy) about the integumentary system, the stages of wound healing, the advantages of good old fashioned clean water for wound cleaning, guiding principles of dressing changes for inflammatory phase vs proliferation phase, when to use different types of dressings e.g hydrocolloid, the benefits of a wound selfie to …

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Practical Ways to Protect Your Time and Energy 36:44

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Emily Sander and Sophia Mikelionis talk about practical self-leadership for Chiefs of Staff, covering how to build microhabits like walking during phone meetings, using a regular coffee mug instead of an insulated cup to encourage breaks, and putting your phone to bed at night to unwind. They discuss the importance of protecting your energy, settin…

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Episode 226: Daniel Jimenez (Year End Wrap) 1:30:00

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Daniel Jimenez is the founder of iLi Markets and formerly worked for SQM. On X: @D_Jimenez_Sch Topics: The rapid growth of BESS CATL China's weakening grip on lithium Hidden costs in Africa The tightening market Where is the money made in LIB Chile's lithium future Argentina Rio Tinto's next moves When does DLE matter? Alternatives to CO3 & LiOH Th…

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From Helpless to Hopeful: Leading Teams with Accurate Data and a Progress Mindset 13:33

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This episode talks about moving teams from feeling stuck to making progress by first getting accurate data. Emily Sander shares an example of advising a Chief of Staff to use surveys to clarify vague complaints about “culture problems” and explains how gathering real feedback, instead of just venting, can lead to informed action on issues like PTO …

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#289 How to Identify Your Strongest Psychic Power - Emily Atlantis Wolf 22:20

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This meditation is from Emily Atlastis Wold who was my guest on the previous episode. Emily Atlantis Wolf teaches women how to activate their inner compass in a six-month program called the Intuition Academy. She has helped over 3500 clients release physical and emotional pain so they can create a life based on freedom, not limitations. Atlantis ha…

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#288 Getting Transformed is better than getting high in a Breathwork session - Emily Atlantis Wolf 1:00:03

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Emily Atlantis Wolf teaches women how to activate their inner compass in a six-month program called the Intuition Academy. She has helped over 3500 clients release physical and emotional pain so they can create a life based on freedom, not limitations. Atlantis has a background in civil engineering, medical massage, and master breathwork and cacao …

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How Nonprofits Can Scale with Better Fundraising Processes 34:54

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James Misner talks about why only a small percentage of nonprofits break $1 million in revenue and explains that many struggle because they don’t know how to fundraise effectively or are fearful of dealing with money. He shares practical advice for Chiefs of Staff, stressing the importance of having clear fundraising processes, following up with do…

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Season 6 Sign Off 3:53

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My student co-hosts sign off, bringing Season 6 to an official close. Never fear, I'll be back throughout 2026 with exciting bonus episodes.

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PPP 182 - Topical corticosteroids with Dr Eleni Yiasemides 41:56

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We talked with, Dr Eleni Yiasemides (board-certified consultant Dermatologist specialist from Sydney) about *Inappropriate indications for topical corticosteroids (cortisones) like perioral dermatitis when less is usually more *The verdict on combination products corticosteroids + anti fungal creams and when to use them *Busting myths on topical co…

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Eggonomics with Diane Tober 1:05:41

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My guest today is Diane Tober, an Associate Professor at the University of Alabama Department of Anthropology and Institute for Social Science Research. She is a medical anthropologist with a focus on biocultural aspects of health, gender and sexuality, the commodification of the body, science and technology studies, bioethics, and social and repro…

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Q&A: How to Guide Leaders Without Telling Them How to Do Their Jobs 5:43

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Lisa D. asks how to guide leaders to their next step without telling them how to do their job. Emily suggests agreeing on the project’s end goal, asking questions like “what’s a fair and reasonable way to start?” and having departments explain their preferred starting points. She shares tips for using data and prompts like discussing pros and cons,…

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Mastering Power, Office Politics, and Leadership in Modern Organizations 35:11

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Emily Sander talks with Tinna Jackson about navigating power dynamics as a Chief of Staff in the U.S. Senate, handling office politics, and the importance of emotional intelligence and trust in leadership. Tinna shares tips on building relationships with board members, managing micromanagers, and methods for better communication in remote or hybrid…

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Episode 225: The Missing Midstream 45:33

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This episode is a panel discussion that took place at the Arkansas Lithium Innovation Summit in October on the missing midstream. The panelists were: David Park, CEO of Standard Lithium Dan Blondal, CEO of Nano One Hugh McDonald, Arkansas Secretary of Commerce Bhageerath Vadhi, Geologist - Ford Motor Company Topics: What is the midstream? Why does …

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Listener Q&A: Managing Sales Reps Who Focus on Rebranding Over Revenue 13:50

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Emily Sander talks about what to do when a Business Development Rep starts doing graphic design, website tweaks, and HubSpot updates instead of making calls. She shares ways to set clear expectations, give frequent feedback, and explains when it's time to let someone go if things don't change. Examples include weekly check-ins, specific quotas, and…

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Balancing MBA Studies with a Chief of Staff Startup Internship Experience 31:47

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Conghao Tian shares how he landed a Chief of Staff internship at Zenblen while studying for his MBA at Chicago Booth, starting with a background in music and art history. He talks about building KPI systems for the startup’s robotic smoothie kiosks, managing UChicago interns, and balancing intense work hours alongside full-time school. The episode …

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NIL on Steroids: PE is Taking Over College Athletics! 31:22

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In this trending topic episode of the Private Equity Experience Podcast, hosts dive into the explosive intersection of private equity (PE) in college sports. Fueled by NIL deals, revenue sharing, transfer portal chaos, and massive TV rights contracts, college athletics—especially college football and basketball—is on the brink of a PE revolution. I…

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Listener Question: Why Your Boss Wants Results, Not Databases 13:38

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Emily Sander answers a listener’s question about how to get through to a boss who says, “I don’t care about the database, I care about results.” She talks about reframing communication to focus on the boss’s priorities, suggests offering options for overcoming constraints, and gives tips like sharing summaries instead of full reports. Emily shares …

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Reproductive Labor in India with Prabha Kotiswaran 59:48

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My guest today is Prabha Kotiswaran, a Professor of Law & Social Justice at King’s College London. Professor Kotiswaran’s main areas of research include criminal law, transnational criminal law, feminist legal studies and sociology of law. She is the author of numerous books and articles, including Dangerous Sex, Invisible Labor: Sex Work and the L…

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From Google to Coaching: Supporting Leaders and Building Relationships in Business 44:16

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Emily Sander talks with Katie Rohn about her journey from sales to strategy at Google and her time as a Chief of Staff. They share stories about the different versions of the Chief of Staff role, how relationships shape the job, and why self-reflection matters during career transitions. Katie explains how she coaches generalists and Chiefs of Staff…

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Episode 224: Lithium Argentina & Ganfeng 1:13:33

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There are three guests and a cameo appearance in this episode. Sam Pigott and Carlos Galli from Lithium Argentina are joined by Jason (Xiaofeng) Luo from Ganfeng. The cameo appearance is from Kelly O'Brien the head of investor relations at Lithium Argentina. Topics: History of the LAR - Ganfeng partnership Consolidating assets - PPG The "marriage" …

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Episode 223: Listener Q&A 25:12

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This solo episode was recorded November 19th 2025 in Los Angeles while I was attending Benchmark Week. Topics: Ganfeng on supply / demand / price Canaccord's take on the market BESS Exxon's comments on lithium The midstream DLE Rio's lithium future US Congress on China's predatory pricing Liontown's spod auction IGO's Kwinana woes…

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The Key Question to Propel Yourself Through Challenges 6:51

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Emily shares a practical question prompt to help you focus on what matters most when facing challenges at work or in life. She gives real examples, like choosing between launching a product on time and not burning out, getting out of your comfort zone to represent your company at conferences, or trading phone scrolling for a more productive morning…

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PPP 181 - ABC of Antibiotics 50:41

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We're marking World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2025 with an episode dedicated entirely to antibiotics, the medicines we rely on every day and the ones we need to protect. We're joined by Caroline Chen, a senior antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist and project officer at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, for a deep dive into all thing…

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Mediation Strategies Every Chief of Staff Should Know 39:28

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Alex Yaroslavsky talks about his journey from navigating conflict as a kid new to the U.S. to building a career in mediation and executive coaching. He shares how Chiefs of Staff can handle disagreements between colleagues, coach their principals through tough conversations, and recognize when workplace tension is productive versus damaging. Real e…

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PPP 180 - GLP-1 Agonist Update 49:55

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Listen in as Kristin chats with Dr Angela Kwong, a Sydney-based General Practitioner with a special interest in medically supervised weight management, about the use of GLP-1 agonists. Dr Kwong serves as the NSW State Lead for the RACGP Specific Interests Group in Obesity Management and works closely with colleagues across disciplines to improve ca…

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How PE Turns Hot Founders into Giants in 18 Months 38:09

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Discover the secret sauce behind private equity (PE) growth strategies! In this episode, Emily Sander, Rory Liebhart, and Ed Barton break down why PE firms target founder-led businesses and reveal the tactical playbooks to scale them. From "buy low, sell high" foundations to aligning visions, unlocking growth through talent/capital infusion, and le…

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Overcoming Presentation Anxiety: Focus on Meaning and Emotion, Not Perfection 22:10

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Emily answers a listener’s question about feeling stuck to a script during presentations. She explains how to focus on key points instead of memorizing every word, suggests adding emotion and attitude to messages, and demonstrates this technique with a “baseball is boring” exercise using different emotions like anger and sadness. Emily gives practi…

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Expanding Leadership Impact: Angel Investing and Chief of Staff Insights for Purpose-Driven Ventures 36:35

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Erika Aquino, an angel investor with 26 portfolio companies across five countries, and her Chief of Staff Patricia de Leon, share how they work together to find and support women and minority founders in sustainability, wellness, education, and future of work. They talk about Patricia’s role as the first filter for deals, relationship building, and…

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The Law of Intimate Obligations with Emily Stolzenberg 1:01:36

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My guest today is Emily Stolzenberg, an Associate Professor of Law and Reuschlein Emerging Scholar at Villanova University’s Charles Widger School of Law. Her research focuses on conflicts between individual autonomy and legal obligation in the fields of family law and property. She joins us today to discuss her forthcoming article, Toward a Privat…

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Strategies to Protect Leadership from Low-Value Choices and Mental Clutter 15:19

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This episode covers practical ways for a Chief of Staff to reduce decision fatigue for their principal and executive team, like removing low-value tasks from their plate and organizing clear, concise email options for faster decisions. Emily shares real examples, such as giving decision options in an “A, B, C” format and using thresholds for approv…

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How to Secure a Seat at the Boardroom Table: Gaining the Right Skills for Board Service 41:39

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Dr. Keith Dorsey talks about his book, "The Boardroom Journey: Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat at the Table," explaining what corporate boards do, why diversity matters, and how anyone - no matter their career stage - can start planning for a board role. He shares actionable advice on building skills across different business areas, n…

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Created To Be Killed with Jeff Skopek 55:25

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My guest today is Jeff Skopek, a Professor of Law and the Deputy Director of the Centre for Law, Medicine, and Life Sciences at the University of Cambridge. He holds a J.D. from Harvard Law School and a Ph.D. in the History and Philosophy of Science from the University of Cambridge. His research explores the normative and conceptual foundations of …

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Episode 222: The Arkansas Lithium Innovation Summit (with Governor Sanders) 1:02:13

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The state of Arkansas is poised to be the next great lithium brine province. This week at the Arkansas Lithium Innovation Summit I interviewed Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders along with Allie Kennedy Thurmond and Jason Muller from Equinor, Ashu Sharma from Aquatech and Jesse Edmondson of Standard Lithium. Topics: Why Arkansas? Angela's story Going …

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EA Sports' $55B PE Acquisition: The WORLD'S BIGGEST Gaming LBO Explained! 21:34

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Breaking news! Electronic Arts (EA) – the studio behind FIFA, Madden, and Battlefield – is being acquired in the largest-ever private equity buyout ($55B! Katie stuns at the size of the deal). In this episode, we break down: ✅ How Leverage Buyouts (LBOs) work (Rory’s $500k house analogy!) ☑️ The players: Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund + Jare…

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Listener Question: Making Presentations Pop: Tailoring Content for Employees, Customers, and the Board 12:49

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A Chief of Staff struggles to make three different presentations - an internal all hands update, a customer pitch, and a board meeting - feel meaningful and tailored for each audience. Emily suggests using common core info but adding exclusive details for each group, plus using questions from past meetings to anticipate concerns and adjust content.…

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Chief of Staff and Communications Officer Collaboration: Real Stories of Effective Partnership 49:11

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Tracy Van Grack and Michael Patino talk about working with a Chief of Staff, sharing real stories from startup and established companies, including how early-stage teams can build a culture of communications even with limited resources. They cover the difference between hiring internal or external communications experts, using examples like tech st…

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Market Solutions to Fish and Wildlife Preservation with Jonathan Adler 1:01:58

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My guest today is Jonathan Adler, Cabell Research Professor and Tazewell Taylor Professor of Law at William & Mary Law School. Professor Adler is the author or editor of seven books, including Climate Liberalism: Perspectives on Liberty, Property and Pollution (Palgrave, 2023), Marijuana Federalism: Uncle Sam and Mary Jane (Brookings Institution Pr…

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Episode 221: Emilie Bodoin 50:38

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Emilie Bodoin is the founder and CEO of Pure Lithium. The mission of Pure Lithium is commercializing a rechargeable lithium metal battery. Topics: Improving how lithium metal is made Simplifying the battery supply chain Why making EV batteries is not the company's goal Speed LFP and vanadium Partners Mentors The commercialization plan Why solid sta…

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You’re Not Alone: How Chiefs of Staff Can Build Community 15:36

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Chief of Staff can be a lonely job, even when you're surrounded by people. Emily shares real ways to handle this, like joining Chief of Staff networks, leaning on trusted coworkers or friends outside the company, and working with a coach. She also talks about knowing when to just acknowledge the loneliness and when to actively address it. Links Men…

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Redefining Success as Chief of Staff in a Global Organization 30:40

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Frank Noyola shares how he went from turning down the Chief of Staff role at Quest Global to shaping it into a job focused on strategy, team building, and supporting a rapidly evolving CMO/Chief Strategy Officer. He talks about building a small team to handle operations, collaborating with the only other Chief of Staff at the company, and making su…

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Five Founder Fails: Navigating Private Equity 34:21

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In this 35‑minute episode, the hosts break down the five most common pitfalls that founders face when they bring a private‑equity (PE) firm aboard. From overlooked deal structures to the emotional reality of an eventual exit, the conversation is packed with hard‑won lessons, humorous anecdotes, and actionable advice for entrepreneurs who are lookin…

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Transforming Leadership Meetings with the Flash Report: Insights from CEOs, CFOs, and CoSs 56:27

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Emily, Ed, and Rory break down how to use a Flash Report to keep leadership teams aligned and focused on key business metrics. They give a real example of a Flash Report, show how it highlights things like cash, sales, and training completion rates, and explain why keeping it simple matters. The episode covers choosing the right KPIs, what to inclu…