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“Bringing on an executive assistant despite her misgivings about timing proved to be an effective strategy. Finding the right person to take on the tasks distracting her from that strategic planning made it possible.”
The Investments That Helped Unlock the Next Level Growth for These Business Leaders
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11 August 2026
“Realizing this wasn’t sustainable or even necessary, Ma began using that time for herself, knowing her team members could be trusted to deliver. Letting go of the urge to do something just because she can has given her room to protect her time and energy for what matters most.”
How Doing Less Can Actually Make You a More Effective Leader
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06 August 2026
“I'd been creating content in the Chief of Staff space for a while, so I had a hypothesis that asking my network directly would land. It felt scary to switch from giving content to making an ask, but I was burnt out from nearly a decade in startups and figured if I was going to work this hard, I'd rather do it for myself.”
Side Hustles to Freedom: How These Founders Escaped Their 9-to-5s for Good
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25 June 2026
“After seeing how much our placed Chiefs of Staff needed support during onboarding, we created a resource that travels with them: community, mentorship, and guidance that doesn't disappear after the offer letter is signed.”
The Innovative Founders Rewriting the Rules of Building a Successful Business
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28 May 2026
“What I wish I knew: It's not wrong to support yourself with contractors. Fractional and project-based workers can handle the manual and repeatable work while you focus on what actually moves the needle.”
Female Founders Share What They Most Wish They Had Known Before Starting Their Businesses
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01 May 2026
““When I’m making a decision, I’m drawing on the full picture of my business, not just what happens to be top of mind,” Ma says. “The shift has been real: faster decisions, near-zero follow-up lag, and the mental clarity that comes from not having to hold everything in my head.””
Beyond Automation and The New Playbook for AI-Driven Strategy
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04 April 2026
““Once I owned that gap, we built a simple marketing operating rhythm: clear deadlines, tagged links for every channel, a metrics review, and a lightweight dashboard that I revisit every Monday,” Ma says.”
Marketing Can Get Easier When You Stop Doing More
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31 March 2026
“It was a powerful reminder that “familiar” isn’t the same as “serving you,” and that making space, emotionally and operationally, is often the prerequisite for new energy and opportunity to come in.”
The Hard Decisions That Forged Resilience And Reinvention For Women Leaders
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19 March 2026
“For building the executive search and career development platform's reach by doubling staff, assisting more than 40 companies in making hires, and garnering national press.”
Inc.'s 2026 Female Founders 500 List
Meet the Outstanding Female Leaders With an Eye on Impact
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10 March 2026
“My unexpected advice: Pick a very specific person, solve one painful problem for them better than anyone else, and find ways to publicly share how you did it over and over again.”
Unexpected Ways These Founders Are Growing Their Audience in 2026
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30 January 2026
“In the new year, I’m most excited about expanding Ask a Chief of Staff’s offerings for operators themselves, particularly doubling down on in-person experiences and regional gatherings that deepen connection for people in a role that can feel isolating.”
Women to Watch in 2026: Building Empires Without the Burnout
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30 January 2026
“In 2026, I’m focused on scaling and expanding internationally, all while continuing to build a business that doesn’t require me to be in every room or Slack thread.”
The Work Resolutions That Will Actually Move You Forward in 2026
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26 January 2026
“Our newsletter has become a shared language for an ambiguous role, and creates a space for readers to learn and support each other.”
The Women Shaping Business and Culture—One Podcast, Book & Newsletter at a Time
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23 December 2025
“It’s okay if survival mode is what sparks your next big idea. What matters is that you keep building toward something better.”
Lessons on Resilience from Women Founders Who've Overcome the Odds
31 October 2025
“The post worked because it was highly skimmable, useful, and validating—people love seeing themselves in clear, numbered lists. Since then, I’ve leaned into sharing more practical, no-fluff content that people can immediately see themselves in and share with their teams.”
The LinkedIn Posts That Took Off—And Why They Worked
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15 September 2025
“I want to redefine what modern leadership looks like by elevating Chiefs of Staff—especially women and people of color—into strategic roles that shape how companies operate and grow.”
The Women Founders Changing How We Work, Live, and Lead
23 August 2025
“One trust-building move that resonates with executives is showcasing testimonials from CEOs and founders we’ve successfully partnered with. These serve as proof that we understand high-stakes, high-trust hiring. We also structure our recruiting engagements with success fees, which allows new clients to experience our value before committing financially.”
How women-led companies are building trust in uncertain times
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13 August 2025
“Building a team I deeply trust and shifting from “how do I do this?” to “who is best equipped to own this?” changed everything. Letting go doesn’t mean you’re less involved; it means you’re focused on the highest-leverage things only you can do.”
The Art Of Letting Go: How Savvy Business Leaders Grow By Delegating
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18 June 2025
“Our value resonated because we filled a real gap: the lack of transparency and support for companies hiring Chiefs of Staff. By listening closely to early users, we evolved our offerings around what they truly needed.”
The Mindset Shifts That Helped Founders Win Their First Ten Customers
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29 May 2025
“Don’t feel pressured to follow someone else’s blueprint for success—just because others did it one way doesn’t mean you can’t carve your own path.”
Mindful Leadership: AAPI Change-Makers Reflect on How Their Identity Has Impacted Their Journeys
09 May 2025
“I’ve implemented no-meeting Wednesdays to create uninterrupted space for deep work, strategy, and creative thinking. It’s a habit that has not only improved my productivity, but it’s also helped me make more thoughtful, strategic decisions.”
The Daily Habits That Fuel My Productivity and Creativity as a Founder/Leader
18 April 2025
“Don’t underestimate the power of community-driven growth. Instead of chasing quick wins, focus on creating meaningful relationships and delivering value, whether through mentorship, partnerships, or thoughtful engagement.”
Women Entrepreneurs Reveal Their Most Pivotal Growth and Scaling Lessons
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22 April 2025
“If I had approached things with a longer-term mindset from the start, I could have smoothed out the highs and lows. Entrepreneurship feels like a sprint, but long-term success comes from building with stability in mind.”
What I Wish I Had Known My First Year in Business: Leading Women Entrepreneurs Share
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25 March 2025
““I truly believe community accelerates careers,” Clara said. “By bringing together Chiefs of Staff from all walks of life, we can share knowledge, support each other, and ultimately help more people thrive in this unique and impactful role.””
Championing Chiefs of Staff: Three Storytelling Lessons from a Chief of Staff
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12 February 2025
“The most important takeaway for CEOs is that this role is not merely a position—it’s a partnership. Empowering a Chief of Staff as a true C-suite partner is a bold future-focused move, requiring the highest degree of self-awareness, trust, and adaptability from a chief executive.”
This is the most important hire you can make if you want your company to run smoothly
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10 February 2025
“In the year ahead, I’m focused on shifting from working in my business to on my business, adopting a more strategic, big-picture approach. An intention I’m leaving behind is the urge to ‘do it all.’ I’m embracing quality over quantity and allowing myself space to recharge.”
Women to Watch in 2025: Setting Bold Intentions for a Visionary Year Ahead
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21 January 2025
“Building a brand as an executive matters because it opens doors that traditional networking and sales channels can’t always reach. For me, establishing a strong brand has been a game-changer in driving business, expanding our community, and positioning our company as a go-to resource for Chiefs of Staff and their Principals.”
How to Build Your Brand as an Executive and Why it Matters
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21 November 2024
“When members join the AaCoS Community, they gain access to recurring online workshops taught by industry leaders, a mentorship directory of vetted former Chiefs of Staff, a network of similarly ambitious CoS peers, and personalized job search and coaching services.”
Have a Question About Work? Thanks to CEO Clara Ma, You Can Ask a Chief of Staff.
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30 July 2024
“Give yourself time to do nothing but think and chew on a problem; not every hour needs to be productive.”
How to be an Exceptional Chief of Staff: Advice for Scaling Impact at Startups
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20 December 2022
