Emily Sander talks with John Knowlton about what real success means, why it's an ongoing process, and how to use your natural talents at work. They share practical ideas for Chiefs of Staff, like focusing on tasks that give you energy, trimming your to-do list, and using clear company values to make decisions. John Knowlton also shares advice on morning routines and his book "Thinking for Success."

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John Knowlton’s Book: Thinking for Success

John Knowlton’s Website

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If we haven’t yet 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:

01:39 Defining Success: Personal Insights

04:38 Purpose and Talents: A Deeper Dive

06:28 Refining Talents into Skills

15:26 Values and Decision Making

18:40 Team Collaboration and Problem Solving

19:33 Aligning Personal and Company Values

20:26 Interviewing Tips for Career Transitions

23:50 Operationalizing Values in Organizations

26:21 Morning Routines for Success

31:17 The Power of Being Outdoors

34:02 Introducing John's New Book

This episode breaks down practical ways to diagnose burnout beyond just heavy workloads, like checking if team members actually have the right training or system access, clarifying real versus perceived expectations, and considering outside-of-work stressors. Emily shares examples, such as a team member struggling because they didn’t have a login to a key system, and gives advice on addressing mental clutter and having open conversations. Chief of Staff listeners get tips on spotting the true root causes of burnout and building stronger, more supportive teams.

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Who Am I?
If we haven’t yet 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:
00:00 Introduction to Diagnosing Burnout
00:49 Assessing Workload Fairness
02:32 Clarifying Role Expectations
04:16 Understanding Team Contribution
06:33 Considering Personal Life Factors
10:06 Eliminating Mental Clutter
14:06 Summary and Final Thoughts

Joel Goldberg shares stories from over 30 years in broadcasting with the Kansas City Royals, focusing on how small actions and building trust lead to big results. He explains the importance of routines and relationships, gives insight into working with players and staff, and offers advice for Chiefs of Staff about investing in people. Joel also discusses handling social media, pressure, and how lessons from baseball apply to the business world.

Links Mentioned:
Joel Goldberg’s Website

Get in touch with Emily:
Want to chat with Emily? Book a quick clarity call here.

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Who Am I?
If we haven’t yet 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:

02:39 Building Trust with Players and Families

04:52 The Importance of Relationships in Broadcasting

09:15 Life During Baseball Season

11:58 Transitioning to Business and Speaking

15:29 Handling Pressure in Baseball and Business

22:13 Journey Through Career Milestones

26:29 The Importance of Routine

27:05 Social Media and Its Impact

31:11 Building Trust and Relationships

38:13 Final Words of Wisdom