I'm Stephanie Schlich — for over ten years the backbone behind CEOs and their teams. Over the past five years, I've supported companies through scaling and, just as importantly, through the integration that follows.
Workflow Excellence Management in four pillars:
Onboarding, clear expectations, and a listening ear — as the trusted point of contact clients and partners confide in.
Structures, processes, and the right tools — including automation that takes real friction out of day-to-day work.
Onboarding, recruiting, and team culture — for teams that are outgrowing their processes.
A sharp eye on whether the outcome truly delivers on what the process promised.
The same thing happened in every one of these roles: once I was there, calendars stopped colliding, teams found their footing faster, and new processes weren't just introduced — they were actually adopted.
That was never "just assisting." I learned early what growth actually depends on: not structure alone, but the people who carry it — and that's exactly where I come in.
Since 2021, I've done this independently, 100% remote, for founders and teams across a wide range of industries.
Original recommendations in German, translated below.
"Stephanie has supported our team for over a year now — from day one, we've been able to rely on her completely for administrative and organizational matters, making a real contribution to our expansion.
Her core responsibilities span project management as well as owning the entire recruiting process, including candidate interviews, communication with partners and vendors, research such as vendor comparisons, event preparation, team trips and trade show appearances, travel and calendar management, and personal assistance to the leadership team.
Working with Stephanie is marked by her friendly, positive manner, paired with forward-thinking, efficient work — she always keeps the bigger picture in view. Anyone looking for competent, structured, solution-oriented support is in the best hands with her.
Stephanie is a natural organizer, and her strong sense of responsibility rounds out her skill set. We especially value her ability to set clear priorities and find effective new paths even in challenging situations.
Stephanie embodies integrity and loyalty and has repeatedly proven herself a true team player. Her USP lies in a rare combination of expertise and reliability. With her warmth, she keeps teams in sync and gives leadership the freedom to focus."
"Stephanie has an incredibly friendly and positive way about her that makes every collaboration easy and enjoyable. If you're looking for someone who doesn't just work efficiently but always keeps the bigger picture in view, it really doesn't get better than this! Thank you, and here's to plenty more great collaboration! :)"
"I had the pleasure of hiring Stephanie as Office Manager at Aesop Germany and working closely with her. During her time with us, she didn't just fill her role with a remarkable hands-on mentality and can-do attitude — she was also a pillar in building our brand across Germany and Austria.
Stephanie stands out for her exceptional organizational talent, reliability, and resilience. She's consistently optimistic and supportive, which made her a genuine relief for me and the whole team. What impressed me most was her ability to set the right priorities and find solutions in any situation — always with a smile.
Her warm, inclusive nature made her popular with everyone at the company. She wasn't just an outstanding colleague, but a wonderful person. I can recommend Stephanie without reservation to anyone looking for a reliable, personable, and highly capable team member."
"Stephanie wrote articles for Planity on a regular basis, published weekly on our blog.
With her expertise in the hair and beauty industry, she enriched our blog with a wealth of informative content that helps salon owners run and manage their businesses. Through her clear focus on relevant SEO keywords, she made a significant contribution to delivering lasting value to our customers.
What we valued most was her reliable, structured way of working and her sharp instinct for relevant topics and industry trends. Through her commitment, professionalism, and positive attitude, she was a great asset — both professionally and personally."
"Working with Stephanie Schlich was very successful. Stephanie has strong social skills and a great deal of empathy. Combined with her high likability factor, these qualities made her an extremely valuable team member for me. It's a shame we no longer work together!"
