Emily Sander
08 July 2024
30m 50s
The Chief of Startup Success: Bridging Leadership and Operations for Excellence w/ Nikki Shakamuri
00:00
30:50
Emily Sander
08 July 2024
30m 50s
00:00
30:50
From healthcare to creating viral content? Nikki's role as the chief of staff at Viraaal (yes, with three a’s) throws her in the deep end - TikTok ads for app devs. Plot twist! In her COS role, she cuts through the noise to drive efficiency. Emily and Nikki also swap stories on finding balance through simple joys like hanging with friends, Costco sample days, and embracing “delusional” dreams.
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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:
00:41 Journey into the Startup World
00:52 Transition from Healthcare to COS
02:07 Exploring Different Career Paths
05:39 The Importance of Mentorship
11:11 Working at Viral: A Startup Experience
12:36 The Role of a Chief of Staff in a Startup
16:11 Balancing Work and Personal Life
20:31 Advice for Aspiring Chiefs of Staff
30:38 Final Thoughts