Leveraging Leadership

By: Emily Sander
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  • Summary

  • 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.
    © 2025 Leveraging Leadership
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Episodes
  • Balanced Scorecard Basics: Financial and Non-Financial Metrics for Leaders

    Balanced Scorecard Basics: Financial and Non-Financial Metrics for Leaders
    Jan 8 2025

    Emily Sander talks about using the Balanced Scorecard to improve business strategy. She explains how it can help align teams, balance financial and non-financial elements, and focus on both short-term and long-term goals. Emily also previews upcoming discussions on financial, customer, internal process, and learning and development perspectives.

    Links Mentioned:

    • Clarity Call with Emily


    Free Resources:

    • Strategic Planning Checklist
    • Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
    • A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
    • Chief of Staff Toolkit


    Get in touch with Emily:

    • Connect on LinkedIn
    • Follow on YouTube
    • Learn more about coaching
    • Sign up for the newsletter
    • Clarity Call with Emily


    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 the Series
    00:57 What is a Balanced Scorecard?
    01:21 Who Should Use a Balanced Scorecard?
    02:04 Emily's Experience with Balanced Scorecards
    02:57 Aligning the Organization
    04:18 From Control to Strategic Focus
    07:24 Balancing Financial and Non-Financial Elements
    08:08 Balancing Short-Term and Long-Term Goals
    09:40 Leading and Lagging Indicators
    10:48 Successful Teams and Companies
    10:54 Sneak Preview of Next Episode
    11:39 Conclusion and Next Steps
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    12 mins
  • From Control Freak to Leader: Principal’s Perspective on Delegation and Trust with Chief of Staff

    From Control Freak to Leader: Principal’s Perspective on Delegation and Trust with Chief of Staff
    Jan 6 2025

    Bethany, Chief Actuary and Chief Analytics Officer at Johns Hopkins, discusses her struggle with delegating tasks and the value of having Natalie as her Chief of Staff. She highlights the importance of diverse skill sets, storytelling in leadership, and the emotional support needed to handle the loneliness at the top. The conversation reveals how honest feedback and strong communication have transformed her leadership style.

    Links Mentioned:

    • Clarity Call with Emily

    Free Resources:

    • Strategic Planning Checklist
    • Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
    • A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
    • Chief of Staff Toolkit

    Get in touch with Emily:

    • Connect on LinkedIn
    • Follow on YouTube
    • Learn more about coaching
    • Sign up for the newsletter
    • Clarity Call with Emily

    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.

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    30 mins
  • Influence Outcomes with the Feel, Think, Do Framework

    Influence Outcomes with the Feel, Think, Do Framework
    Jan 1 2025

    Emily shares a simple but powerful communication tip: ask yourself what you want your audience to feel, think, and do. She gives examples for board meetings, all hands meetings, and hiring key people. Keep it simple and specific, like getting feedback, approving budgets, or signing an offer.

    Links Mentioned:

    • Clarity Call with Emily


    Free Resources:

    • Strategic Planning Checklist
    • Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
    • A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
    • Chief of Staff Toolkit


    Get in touch with Emily:

    • Connect on LinkedIn
    • Follow on YouTube
    • Learn more about coaching
    • Sign up for the newsletter
    • Clarity Call with Emily


    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:
    00:50 Step-by-Step Guide: Feel, Think, Do
    01:13 Example 1: Board Meeting
    01:50 Example 2: All Hands Meeting
    03:12 Example 3: Closing a Key Hire
    04:13 Ensuring Audience Connection
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    5 mins

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