Chiefs of staff reveal life with world's most powerful

Chiefs of Staff Reveal Life with World's Most Powerful

Political chiefs of staff worldwide have shared their experiences of being at the center of major political decisions.

They are often the second-most powerful individuals in the room, yet remain unknown to most voters.

The (chief of staff) role has this professional intimacy, it's such a unique role and the biggest takeaway was that at the end of the day it does come back to friendship
, says Phoebe Saintilan-Stocks, author of The Right Hand.

In her book, eight chiefs of staff offer insights into supporting and challenging the world's most powerful leaders, highlighting the importance of

trust and loyalty
in their role.

Author's summary: Chiefs of staff share their experiences in a new book.

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Bunbury Mail Bunbury Mail — 2025-11-03