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Mental models and repeatable thinking tools that help Chiefs of Staff make better decisions faster.


The Partnership is the Product

Mar 3, 2026

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7 min read

The Partnership is the Product

Alignment is engineered, not assumed. (Launch-day copy inside)

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
The Cost of Trust

Feb 26, 2026

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7 min read

The Cost of Trust

Sometimes the price is embarrassment

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
When Leadership Changes

Jan 15, 2026

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7 min read

When Leadership Changes

First principles thinking for Chiefs navigating transitions

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
Permission to Be Judgy

Nov 20, 2025

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8 min read

Permission to Be Judgy

A brief guide to using your judgement... on purpose.

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
The Tint on the Glass

Nov 13, 2025

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8 min read

The Tint on the Glass

A Chief's guide to calibrating transparency.

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
Be the Bison

Oct 9, 2025

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7 min read

Be the Bison

How Chiefs of Staff help their leaders face the storm instead of waiting for it to pass.

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
The 10-80-10 Rule

Aug 28, 2025

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7 min read

The 10-80-10 Rule

A framework to keep your principal focused where they add the most value.

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
Priorities on Offense

Aug 21, 2025

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6 min read

Priorities on Offense

Four moves to keep priorities tight, actionable and moving forward

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
How To Keep Priorities Honest

Aug 14, 2025

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9 min read

How To Keep Priorities Honest

A founder-grade filter for killing shiny object syndrome.

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth
The Ideal Team Player

Jun 26, 2025

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8 min read

The Ideal Team Player

Life is a team sport. Prioritize these three teamwork virtues over pedigrees and you’ll build a healthier organization.

The Burn Filter

May 29, 2025

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6 min read

The Burn Filter

A triage tool for Chiefs of Staff who know solving every problem isn’t progress or leadership.

Decision Architecture

May 15, 2025

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7 min read

Decision Architecture

How Chiefs of Staff Protect the CEO’s Focus by Shaping the Right Calls

Jill Spaeth
Jill Spaeth

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