All things Chief of Staff.
Welcome to the Nova blog! Here you’ll find helpful info on all things Chief of Staff and dispatches that demystify the role, explain the benefits of a CoS program, and help you identify opportunities to increase impact.
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Why More EAs are Becoming Chiefs of Staff
Executive Assistants are increasingly stepping into Chief of Staff roles for reasons that highlight a shift in the workplace and how leadership views potential among their staff.
Love Letter To: Executive Assistant From: Your Leader
Read the third in a series of ‘Love Letters’ written by Nova’s Founder, Maggie Olson.
Love Letter To: Chief of Staff From: Executive Assistant
Read the second in a series of ‘Love Letters’ written by Nova’s Founder, Maggie Olson.
Love Letter To: Executive Assistant From: Your Chief of Staff
Read the first in a series of ‘Love Letters’ written by Nova’s Founder, Maggie Olson.
Essential EA Qualities for the Transition to Chief of Staff
In this blog, we explore the key traits that make an EA suited for a CoS position and highlight the indicators of a successful CoS.
The Journey from Executive Assistant to Chief of Staff
For those Executive Assistants contemplating a shift to Chief of Staff, this guide illustrates a roadmap for EAs aspiring to make this leap, offering practical advice and celebrating the successes of those who have already paved the way.
Nurturing the EA-CoS Relationship
When you’re in a Chief of Staff (CoS) role, one of the most important relationships you have is with your leader's Executive Assistant, or EA. In this blog, we cover our recommendations for navigating the critical moment in your team’s evolution.
Take the Leap: EA to Chief of Staff
If you’re an Executive Assistant (EA) interested in transitioning into a Chief of Staff role, we have some helpful tips to navigate discussions with your leadership.
Will AI Replace Executive Assistants?
A few weeks ago on LinkedIn, I shared an article featuring Bill Gates’ thoughts about AI and executive support. To summarize, Gates said that in five years AI agents will be able to help you in the same way that personal assistants support today’s executive leadership. So what does that mean for Executive Assistants (EAs)? Here’s my take as the founder of Nova Chief of Staff.
Executive Assistant to Chief of Staff
Are you an Executive Assistant looking for more responsibility, ownership, or leadership? Are you excellent at your job and wanting more to learn and challenge you? Do you love supporting senior executives at the top of a business but you are looking to take the step into a more strategic role? Chances are, the Chief of Staff role has crossed your mind.