Connor Rochford
Associate partner in McKinsey's Strategy and Corporate Finance Practice who leads research on the chief of staff role and formerly served as chief of staff to the U.K.'s Chief Medical Officer.
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Jan 23, 2024 • 41min
193. Eight keys to excelling as a chief of staff
Blair Epstein, Poppy Johnson, and Connor Rochford share eight keys to excelling as a chief of staff, including the significance of clear communication and effective support, tailoring the role to suit organizational needs, and the importance of building and maintaining trust. They also discuss the evolving responsibilities of a chief of staff in rapidly growing companies and the need to hone peripheral vision by providing their principal with both good and bad news. The episode concludes by expressing gratitude to the audience and providing ways to stay connected.
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Jan 1, 2026 • 47min
284. Inside the Chief of Staff role
Join Andrew Goodman, a senior partner at McKinsey, Michelle Forrest, a global client capabilities leader, and Connor Rochford, an associate partner, as they dive into the pivotal role of chief of staff. They discuss when this role is crucial for organizations and the essential traits for success, such as high emotional intelligence. Discover how the responsibilities of chiefs of staff vary with company size and how many are internal hires. Plus, hear about career advancements post-role and the unique challenges faced during CEO transitions.
