Stop board networking & start creating personal connections
STOP board networking and instead, I advise you to develop personal connections with the people who can help you gain a board role.
Analysing the 2025 Australian Board Diversity Data
This article analyses current board diversity trends in Australia and offers insights for individuals seeking a board appointment.
Taking the direct approach to a Board Appointment
By taking the direct approach to a board appointment, you can tap into opportunities that most people will never know about.
How to leverage your strong ties to secure a board role?
I want to show you how to leverage your strong ties authentically and legitimately, which ultimately can lead to securing a board role.
Strong ties have value in the Board Appointment process
Strong ties have value in the board appointment process; you should consider what value they offer you.
Weak ties: the silver bullet for a board appointment?
Weak ties can be valuable in your board search. The key is to identify which connections are valuable.
The relationship study that can get you a board appointment?
Studies show that 83% of people who gained a board appointment did so through a connection they saw rarely or infrequently.
Personal Connections count but not the ones you think
Personal connections are extremely valuable when searching for a board appointment, but which ones should you pursue.
In-person research sets you apart as a board candidate
If you really want to get a board appointment, then in-person board research should never be overlooked.