Life with the World's Most Powerful Leaders
Chiefs of staff from around the world have shared their experiences of working with the most powerful leaders, offering a glimpse into their roles.
These individuals are often the second-most powerful people in the room where major political decisions are made, yet they remain largely unknown to the public.
The (chief of staff) role has this professional intimacy, it's such a unique role and the biggest takeaway was that at the end of the day it does come back to friendship.
According to Phoebe Saintilan-Stocks, author of the book "The Right Hand", the core of the chief of staff role comes down to trust, loyalty, and friendship with their boss.
- Chiefs of staff are notoriously shy about media attention, considering it a bad day if they are in the news.
- The book features interviews with eight chiefs of staff, offering a unique perspective on their experiences.
Author's summary: Chiefs of staff reveal their life with world leaders.