Episode 347: The CSE Mindset

Host: Cecilia Sepp, CAE, ACNP, LPEC, Principal, Rogue Tulips Consulting

Guest: Cheryl Ronk, CAE, FASAE, President, So Right LLC

As we approach the December 2026 Certified Association Executive (CAE) Exam period, we thought it was a great idea to discuss the CSE Mindset. This is the most important aspect of preparing for the exam. My conversation with Cheryl, one of the best leaders in association management, will help you rethink not just exam prep but how you approach your daily work. We discuss these points that will help you be a better leader and create an executive mindset:

• Understanding the Chief Staff Executive (CSE) Mindset

• The Importance of Purposeful Abandonment

• Planning, Flexibility, and Effective Communication

• Leadership vs. Management and Team Cultivation

• The Value of Active Listening

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