Alexandria, Va., Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- McChrystal Group, a leading organizational advisory firm, released The Chief of Staff Playbook: A Proven Framework for Excellence on Thursday. The firm also opened registration for its Spring 2025 Chief of Staff Leadership Retreat this week, offering chiefs at all different stages of their career a transformative experience designed to equip them with the skills necessary to lead effectively in today’s dynamic environments.
The Chief of Staff Playbook builds on more than a decade of experience supporting chiefs of staff at Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. Originally released at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Playbook was vital for chiefs navigating uncertainty. This refreshed edition incorporates new tactics and actionable strategies to meet the evolving demands of this dynamic role.
“Chiefs of staff are the linchpins of organizational success, translating strategy into action and aligning diverse teams to achieve shared goals,” said Chris Fussell, McChrystal Group’s Vice Chairman and best-selling author of One Mission. “This Playbook is designed to empower chiefs with the clarity and tools needed to navigate complexity, foster alignment, and lead with impact.”
The 2024 Chief of Staff Playbook helps drive organizational success at every level, including:
- Frameworks for Strategic Decision Making: Align decisions with organizational priorities to ensure focus and maximize impact.
- Tools for Operational Excellence: Establish effective Operating Rhythms that enhance communication, streamline execution, and keep teams aligned on key objectives.
- Strategies for Building Influence and Trust: Harness informal networks to foster collaboration, strengthen relationships, and drive organizational objectives.
The upcoming Chief of Staff Leadership Retreat, scheduled for April 2–4, 2025, in Alexandria, expands on these insights. It gives chiefs an immersive opportunity to refine their leadership approaches, connect with peers across industries, and leave with actionable strategies to drive organizational success.
For more information, visit www.mcchrystalgroup.com.
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McChrystal Group helps organizations navigate complex environments and optimize without compromising performance through leadership development, organizational alignment and talent management. Forged in combat and proven across industries, McChrystal Group uses its Team of Teams® framework to transform how people, processes, and technology work together.
