Executive Office Insights
von Diana Brandl: International Trainer, Keynote Speaker, Author, Coach
- alle zwei WochenErscheinungsrhythmus
- 44 mintypische Länge
- 28. Okt.letzte Folge
Executive Office Insights is the go-to podcast for professionals in executive support and leadership roles. Hosted by Diana Brandl, an accomplished trainer, consultant, coach, and former C-suite senior executive assistant with nearly two decades of experience at renowned international companies, this podcast dives deep into the evolving world of executive excellence.
Diana explores the critical themes shaping the modern workplace, including leadership dynamics, digital transformation, AI, and the future of work. Featuring insightful conversations with a diverse range of German and English-speaking experts, each episode equips listeners with actionable insights and strategies to thrive in the ever-changing executive office landscape.
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Warum wir das Zuhören verlernen – Rolf Schmiel
217: Warum fällt es uns so schwer, wirklich zuzuhören, obwohl wir uns selbst für gute Kommunikatoren halten? In dieser Folge von Executive Office Insights spreche ich mit Psychologe und Bestsellerautor Rolf Schmiel darüber, was gute Kommuni
Career Growth at Hapag-Lloyd
216: In this episode, I sit down with Stephanie Linke from Hapag-Lloyd to talk about career growth, taking ownership, and moving beyond traditional administrative responsibilities. We explore the importance of trust between Executives and A
New Work ist zum Buzzword geworden
215: Ist New Work wirklich gelebte Arbeitskultur, oder in vielen Unternehmen längst nur noch gutes Branding? In dieser Folge sprechen wir darüber, warum New Work zunehmend zum Buzzword geworden ist und weshalb es mehr „Real Work" braucht: W
Von der Assistenz ins HR
214: In dieser Folge geht es um die Assistenz im Wandel, neue Rollenbilder und die Frage, wie Assistenzen ihre berufliche Entwicklung aktiv mitgestalten können. Welche Kompetenzen gewinnen an Bedeutung? Wie gelingt es, sich stärker als Spar
Executive Business Partner to the CEO of Zapier - Cortney Hickey (only Audio)
213: Cortney Hickey is the Executive Business Partner to Wade Foster, the CEO and co-founder of Zapier. In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Cortney talks about remotely supporting a CEO who lives across the country, the definit
Die Macht der Stimme: Wie du Präsenz und Wirkung stärkst
212: Was macht eine Stimme unverwechselbar, und warum kann echte Präsenz nicht einfach durch KI ersetzt werden? In dieser Folge des Executive Office Podcasts spricht Diana Brandl mit Dietmar Wunder über die Kraft der menschlichen Stimme, au
Why AI Won't Replace Executive Assistants
211: What does it really take to become a trusted strategic partner in today's executive world - and where does AI fit into that future? In this episode, Diana Brandl welcomes Clara Nakagawa for an insightful conversation about the evolving
Mobbing unter Assistenzen? Warnsignale, Ursachen und Lösungen
210: Konflikte gehören zum Berufsalltag – doch wann wird daraus Mobbing? In dieser Podcastfolge sprechen wir offen über Konflikte, Mobbing und schwierige Dynamiken im Assistenzbereich. Gemeinsam beleuchten wir, woran sich systematisches Mob
Halbzeit 2026 und deine Weiterbildung
209: Diana läutet den Sommer ein und macht auf neue Weiterbildungsformate aufmerksam. Sollten euch die Themen interessieren, geht es hier entlang für mehr Infos: On Demand Projektmanagement Kurs mit Christine Maurer Trailer: https://www.you
Upskilling and community building in Ghana (Audio only)
208: In this episode, I sit down with Rebecca Afful to explore how the Executive Assistant profession is evolving. We discuss how Executive Assistants can take ownership of their careers, develop a powerful mindset, and build the skills nee
From Executive Assistant to Business Partner (Audio only)
207: What does it take to move beyond managing calendars and become a trusted business partner? In this episode, we explore the future of the Executive Assistant profession and the mindset shift required to create strategic impact. Debbie s
KI & Copilot: So verändert sich die Assistenzrolle (nur Audio)
206: Wird KI die Assistenz ersetzen, oder ihre Rolle sogar stärken? In dieser Podcast-Folge sprechen wir über die praktische Nutzung von Microsoft Copilot, den Einsatz von KI im Arbeitsalltag und die Veränderungen, die aktuell in Unternehme
Inside the Modern Chief of Staff Role (only audio)
205: What does a Chief of Staff actually do — and why are more CEOs hiring them than ever before? In this episode, Clara Ma breaks down the real role of a Chief of Staff inside fast-growing startups and modern leadership teams. From executi
Krisenmanagement auf Geschäftsreise: Executive Assistant strandet in Doha
204: Eine internationale Geschäftsreise. Ein gesperrter Luftraum. Und plötzlich werden aus wenigen Stunden ganze elf Tage im Ausnahmezustand. In dieser Podcastfolge erzählt Tanja Donislreiter von einer Reise, die völlig anders endete als ge
Strategic Office Support
203: Was passiert, wenn man eine erfolgreiche Konzernkarriere hinter sich lässt – und komplett neu anfängt? In dieser Folge spricht Annika Tringali über ihren Weg in die Selbstständigkeit als virtuelle Executive Assistant und die Entscheidu
Executive Assistant Career Growth: From EA to Entrepreneur
202: She built a global business for assistants, starting with a simple blog. In this episode, Nicky Christmas shares how she went from Executive Assistant to founder of The EA Campus and what it really takes to turn a side project into an
Inside the CEO Office: How leadership systems scale
201: In this episode, we break down why decisions inside companies often stall, even when everyone seems aligned. Tina Ramamurthy shares her experience from working inside a CEO Office and explains what happens between strategy and executio
From the Obama White House to Clinton and Kamala Harris—An Executive Aide's Story
200: What is it really like to work at the highest levels of American politics? In this episode of the Executive Office Insights Podcast, Opal Vadhan shares her extraordinary journey from an intern in the Obama White House to becoming the p
Modern Leadership & Assistenz: Zusammenarbeit auf Augenhöhe
199: Moderne Assistenz, smarte Tools und Microlearning, so sieht erfolgreiche Zusammenarbeit 2026 aus! In dieser Podcastfolge sprechen Florian Sandmann-Reetz und Dorothea Steinmetz über moderne Führung, Assistenz auf Augenhöhe und den strat
EA to the President of ABC News - Elle Tyra (only audio)
198: What if you stopped thinking like an assistant and started thinking like a CEO? What does it really take to move from task manager to strategic partner? In this episode of The Leader Assistant Podcast, Jeremy Burrows speaks with Elle T
Not "Just an Assistant": How Top EAs Become Executive Partners
197: What if the most underrated role in leadership is actually the one that makes everything run? In this episode of Executive Office Insights, Joe Davis (Senior Advisor, former Managing Director & Senior Partner, and North America Regiona
How Sona Movsesian Became Conan O'Brien's Assistant (only audio)
196: You think assistants just "support" leaders? Think again; they're the reason everything works. We are doing something special! I have partnered with my friend Jeremy Burrows, host of The Leader Assistant Podcast, to exchange some of yo
6 years of Executive Office Insights podcast
195: Celebrating six years of Executive Office Insights, Diana welcomes Helen Monument for a special anniversary conversation that looks back at the podcast's remarkable journey. Together they revisit the very first moments that sparked thi
Stop Being Underpaid: Introducing the ROI Calculator
194: How Executive Assistants can turn daily support work into hard numbers that lead to real raises. In this conversation, Elizabeth Sutkowska (based in Gdańsk, Poland) breaks down a practical way to negotiate your EA salary with data, usi
Karriereweg: Executive Assistant, Teamleiterin, Unternehmerin
193: Was braucht es wirklich für eine erfolgreiche Karriere in der Assistenz? In dieser Folge spricht Evelyne Moser über ihren persönlichen Karriereweg als Executive Assistant mit Führungsverantwortung. Sie teilt Erfahrungen aus ihrer beruf
Inside the EA Role at Tetra Pak: Career Growth & Insights
192: How a Technician Became a Top Executive Assistant at Tetra Pak! In this inspiring and honest conversation, we meet Niklas, a former technician who made an unconventional leap into the world of executive assistance. From managing machin
How Working Out Loud Transforms Careers, Confidence & Connection - John Stepper
191: What if the key to growth isn't working harder — but working together? In this inspiring long-form conversation, Working Out Loud founder John Stepper reveals how peer-to-peer development, shared learning, and authentic human connectio
Formula One Lessons for Executive Support
190: What does Formula One teach us about being an exceptional executive assistant and strategic partner at the top level? In this inspiring episode, Nicole Bearne shares her journey from supporting one of Formula One's most respected leade
Berufsbild Assistenz im Wandel: Netzwerken, Community Mindset und lebenslanges Lernen
189: Assistenz ist keine Nebenrolle, sie ist das Rückgrat moderner Unternehmensführung. In dieser inspirierenden Podcastfolge sprechen wir mit Nadine Götz von der DVAG (Deutsche Vermögensberatung) über das neue Berufsbild Assistenz – zwisch
AI, Tech & ADHD: How Executive Assistants Can Thrive
188: What if your biggest distraction could become your greatest productivity superpower? 💡 In this inspiring and practical talk, Lauren Bradley, founder of The Officials, reveals how AI, tech, and ADHD can combine to help executive assist
