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Welcome
We all know that achieving success requires hard work and dedication. However, there is something else that we often forget; the importance of being intentional each day and having a strategic mindset.
In these blog posts, we will walk through simple but effective strategies that can help you create an intentional and productive working environment by being mindful of the moments in your day-to-day life. By developing a strategic approach to planning ahead for tasks - big or small - you’ll be able to stay focused on what needs to get done without getting overwhelmed.
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Boundaries That Stick: The Quiet Power Skill Every Executive Partner Needs
Boundaries are not about saying no. They are about protecting the clarity, identity and leadership you need to operate in high pressure roles. This piece explores why boundaries erode, what it costs you and how to rebuild the ones that actually hold.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Nov 24, 202517 min read


How to Lead, Influence, and Drive Change
Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about how you think, act, and influence others, especially when you don’t have formal authority. This post explores how Executive Assistants and Chiefs of Staff lead with clarity, strategy, and quiet power, using mindset, influence, and reflection to drive meaningful change at every level of an organisation.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
May 19, 202512 min read


The Identity Paradox at Work: How to Stay True to Yourself While Evolving
Ever felt like your role at work is evolving faster than you can keep up? This post explores the identity paradox, the tension between wanting stability and craving growth, and offers practical ways to stay grounded while navigating change. Whether you're an EA, Chief of Staff, or somewhere in between, this is for anyone figuring out who they are while still getting things done.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
May 10, 20257 min read


The Hedgehog Dilemma at 90 Miles an Hour
Ever feel like the more you lead, the more disconnected you become? You’re handling the chaos like a pro, but something still feels... cold. This post explores the hedgehog dilemma, a metaphor for emotional distance at work, and why even the most high-performing leaders need real connection. If you’ve been leading at 90 miles an hour but wondering why it still feels lonely, this one's for you.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
May 7, 202510 min read


How Productivity Can (Accidentally) Help You Dodge Real Feelings
I wasn’t overthinking. I was buffering emotions, with spreadsheets. Productivity had become my escape hatch, a polished way to dodge discomfort. But here’s the truth: you’re not broken, you’ve just picked up a coping strategy that’s been rewarded by the world. There’s a better way to thrive—one that balances ambition with emotional honesty. Start with a pause, name what you feel, and remember: you’re not a machine. You’re human.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Apr 14, 20257 min read


Think You’re Just Venting? The Science Says You’re Training Your Brain for Misery... The Addictive Trap of Negativity
The addictive trap of negativity rewires your brain. Learn how to break free, protect your mindset, and reclaim your mental space.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Mar 31, 202511 min read


Warning: Your CEO Might Think They're Achilles... Let's Dig into Narcissistic vs Hubristic Leadership
Leadership is often celebrated as the magical glue that holds thriving organisations together. It’s all about confidence, vision, and...

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Mar 24, 202510 min read


Conformity Bias: Why Chiefs of Staff & EAs Go Along with the Crowd (Even When They Shouldn’t)
Ever been in one of those meetings where everyone’s nodding in agreement, and you’re internally screaming, "But... this is a disaster...

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Mar 17, 20257 min read


Cognitive Dissonance in Leadership Support: Are You Reasoning or Rationalising?
That uneasy feeling when actions do not align with values? That is cognitive dissonance. Learn how to recognize and manage it.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Mar 10, 20256 min read


Decoding Your Executive with Instincts & Psychology: Actionable Strategies for Chiefs of Staff and Executive Assistants
Master the art of working with your executive. Use intuition, psychology-backed frameworks, and practical steps for better communication and

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Mar 3, 20259 min read


From Side lines to Strategy: What I Learned About Office Politics
Workplace politics shape careers—whether you engage or not. Learn how to navigate them wisely and ethically to thrive, not just survive.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Feb 24, 20255 min read


Surviving (and Thriving) Through Change
Change isn’t just something you witness—it’s something you lead. Learn how to navigate change with strategy, influence, and impact.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Feb 17, 20256 min read


Micromanagement vs Leadership: Why Trust Wins Every Time
Micromanagement stifles morale, while great leadership builds trust. Discover why trust—not control—drives real team success.

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Feb 10, 20255 min read


The Pilot and the Navigator – My Experience as an Executive Assistant and Chief of Staff
EA as the pilot, CoS the navigator—precision meets strategy. Discover how this dynamic duo drives organisational success. Read more!

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Feb 2, 20254 min read


Guardians of Good: Embedding Ethics in Today’s Organisations
As a biotech chief of staff, I’ve seen first-hand the paramount importance of ethics in shaping not just organisational culture but also...

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Jul 22, 20247 min read


What Heck Even is Managing Up? The Jedi Mind Trick for Workplace Success
Ever heard of 'managing up' and thought it was some sort of corporate yoga pose? Or maybe you've been wondering if it's a secret level in...

Meg Steinschauer, MBA
Jul 3, 20237 min read
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