Comparison
Gatherly vs Hiring a Chief of Staff
A human Chief of Staff is a $120–200k/year strategic hire. Gatherly automates the operational layer so you get the leverage now and add a human for the strategy.
Gatherly vs hiring a Chief of Staff
Gatherly
hiring a Chief of Staff
Cost
From $0 (Plus $19.99 NZD/mo)
$120k–200k / year
Email & inbox operations
Often delegated
Calendar + meeting prep
Follow-up tracking
Strategy & prioritisation
Surfaces, you decide
Availability
24/7
Business hours
Why teams choose Gatherly
Operational leverage now
The routine 70–80% handled without a six-figure hire.
Decisions, not chores
Gatherly surfaces what needs your judgement and handles the rest.
Scales with you
Start free; add a human CoS when strategy demands it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gatherly really a Chief of Staff?
It's an AI Chief of Staff for the operational work. A human CoS adds strategic partnership on top.
Who is this best for?
Founders and executives who need the leverage of a CoS before they can justify the hire.
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