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Listener Question: Building a Mini PMO as Chief of Staff - Growth or Backslide?

Listener Question: Building a Mini PMO as Chief of Staff - Growth or Backslide?

Update: 2025-09-03
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Emily answers a listener question from Tamsen in Minneapolis, who’s been asked to build a mini PMO function. She talks through concerns about returning to project management work, possible worries about people management, and how to clarify the scope with the CEO and COO. Emily suggests separating past experiences from the new opportunity and making sure the Chief of Staff role remains broad and strategic.


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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. 

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Listener Question: Building a Mini PMO as Chief of Staff - Growth or Backslide?

Listener Question: Building a Mini PMO as Chief of Staff - Growth or Backslide?

Emily Sander