What are Chief of Staff Duties in Business? Learn 5 examples of what a COS actually does day-to-day

Curious about the responsibilities of a Chief of Staff? Emily shares five specific duties in business she handled in her role. From spearheading the recruitment of key executives to revamping marketing strategies and ensuring the CEO's well-being, these examples offer a glimpse into the daily life of a Chief of Staff. Use them to assess whether this role aligns with your own responsibilities, share them with those wondering about the Chief of Staff's duties, or gain valuable insights into the diverse activities this position involves.

 
 

01:03 Exploring the Daily Tasks of a Chief of Staff

02:00 Recruiting and Training Key Hires

04:51 The Importance of Flash Reports

08:09 Gap Filling: A Key Responsibility of a Chief of Staff

10:06 Revamping Corporate Marketing

12:58 Maintaining CEO Sanity: A Crucial Role of a Chief of Staff

17:41 Takeaways

 

About The Author

Emily Sander is an ICF-certified leadership coach with more than 15 years of experience in the business world and the author of Hacking Executive Leadership. She’s been featured in several print publications, online articles, and podcasts, including CEO Today Magazine, Leading to Fulfillment, and Leadership Powered by Common Sense. 

Emily has a passion for helping business leaders reach their full potential. Go here to read her story from seasoned executive to knowledgeable coach. If you want to send Emily a quick message, then visit her contact page here.

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