Maddy Niebauer, CEO of vChief

SummaryIn this episode of the Build By People podcast, Maddy Niebauer shares her unexpected career journey from the Peace Corps to founding V-Chief, a company that provides fractional chief of staff services. She discusses her current priorities for the business, innovative initiatives like a pro bono program, and the challenges of employee communication in a virtual environment. Maddy emphasizes the importance of work-life balance and offers advice on delegating tasks to avoid burnout.TakeawaysMaddy's career began in the Peace Corps, leading to unexpected paths.V-Chief was launched to meet the needs of part-time chief of staff roles.The company has grown significantly, especially during COVID-19.Maddy prioritizes brand awareness and networking for business growth.She emphasizes the importance of listening to customer needs.A pro bono program supports small organizations making social impact.Employee communication is challenging in a virtual setting.Zoho is essential for operations, including CRM and applicant tracking.AI is utilized for innovative solutions in sales and operations.Maddy advises against hustle culture and promotes work-life balance.