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This package is designed for candidates preparing to excel in Chief of Staff interviews, where strategic thinking, executive communication, and adaptability are key. With customized preparation and 1-on-1 coaching, you’ll build the confidence and skills needed to perform strongly in both scenario-based strategic interviews and behavioral interviews, positioning yourself as an indispensable partner to senior leadership. Key components of this package include: - Deepening your understanding of Chief of Staff interview themes such as executive problem-solving, prioritization, cross-functional alignment, and organizational effectiveness - Framework development sessions to help you structure solutions to strategic and operational challenges clearly and persuasively - Mock interviews (strategic cases and scenario questions) with detailed feedback to refine your approach and sharpen your responses - Behavioral interview preparation to craft compelling stories that highlight leadership, adaptability, and impact across diverse situations - Company- and executive-specific research to tailor your answers and demonstrate insight into leadership priorities - Techniques for effective communication, executive presence, and structured storytelling - Strategies to manage ambiguity, stress, and high-pressure questions with composure - Continuous improvement through iterative feedback, tailored drills, and practice sessions By the end of this package, you’ll have honed the unique interview skills required for Chief of Staff roles, developed a compelling personal narrative, and gained the confidence to stand out in interviews and secure the offer.
Refined interview techniques through mock interviews with detailed feedback
Compelling behavioral stories that effectively highlight your skills and experiences
In-depth knowledge of industry and company-specific information to tailor your responses
Strategies for managing stress and maintaining composure during interviews
Coaching delivered via live sessions and .
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Joined June 2025
5.0
Chief of Staff at Arch | Startup Recruiting Expert | Kellogg MBA
Hello and welcome to my profile! Over the last year, while completing my MBA at Kellogg, I was recruiting for Business Operations, Chief of Staff, and Strategic Projects roles at a wide range of startups. After completing final round interviews at ~15 startups, I accepted a Chief of Staff role at Arch (a Series B FinTech). Throughout these interviews, I learned exactly what it takes to prepare a quality resume, network into an interview, and successfully navigate the recruiting process. Prior to Kellogg, during my time at Human Capital (a multi-stage venture firm), I also worked closely with recruiters to place talent at our portfolio companies.
5h+ of coaching