A Chief of Staff isn’t a trend — it’s a force multiplier

A Chief of Staff isn’t a trend — it’s a force multiplier.

The best CEOs aren’t solo acts.
They build systems — and one of the most critical is the person who helps turn leadership into organizational momentum.

At Eagle Talon, when we evaluate leadership teams, we don’t just assess the CEO.
We study how the system works — and who makes that engine run:

• Who translates strategy into timely, sound decisions?
• Who clears the runway so the signal gets through — without distortion or delay?
• Who keeps cross-functional priorities aligned while the CEO stays focused on capital, culture, and competitive position?

A great Chief of Staff isn’t a glorified assistant.
They’re a behind-the-scenes operator who filters noise, manages trade-offs, and moves the team forward without becoming the bottleneck.
They earn trust across the organization — and free the CEO to operate where it matters most.

We’ve seen the impact:
→ Companies with true CoS leverage stay more agile as they scale.
→ CEOs with strong internal systems reduce reactive decision-making.
→ Boards have more visibility, reducing blindspots — and nasty surprises

Not every company uses the title — but many high-functioning organizations have someone playing this role.
Can you grow without it? Sure.
But internally, there’s more friction. More gaps. More risk that progress breaks under pressure.

This structure doesn’t guarantee scale — but it makes sustainable growth a whole lot more likely.

🔗 Read the full article: Why Every CEO Needs a Chief of Staff