Forum Exchange: Working With the Leader You Have
Join us for a Chief of Staff Network roundtable with Eric Nehrlich, focused on one of the most practical challenges Chiefs of Staff and operators face: how to work effectively with the leader you have, not the leader you want.
Date & Time: Thursday, October 8, 2026 · 10:00 AM PT
Format: Virtual roundtable
Eric will kick off the conversation with his perspective on working with different leadership styles, building effective relationships, and navigating the realities of supporting a principal. From there, we'll open it up for a peer-driven discussion where everyone can share experiences, ask questions, and learn from one another.
This won't be a traditional webinar or expert talk. The goal is a communal roundtable where the conversation is shaped by the experiences and challenges of the people in the room.
What we'll explore
Working effectively with the leader you have
Building trust and alignment with your principal
Navigating different leadership styles
Influencing outcomes without formal authority
Practical approaches for challenging leadership dynamics
What to expect
A short opening perspective from Eric
An interactive, peer-driven discussion
Real examples and practical experiences from fellow operators
Opportunities to ask questions and share your own challenges
Takeaways shared back with the broader community after the session
Come ready to participate. The more openly we share our experiences, the more useful the conversation becomes for everyone.
This roundtable is for Chiefs of Staff and operators in the Chief of Staff Network community.