Three Desirable Criteria for a Board Candidate
In my previous article, I spoke about the five core criteria that Chairs look for in the ‘perfect’ board candidate. They were 1. Prior governance
Do you know the 5 KEY things a chair wants to see from a Board Candidate?
Being able to address and summarise these elements will go some way to making you the perfect board candidate.
Articulation – The most valuable thing you can do to gain a Board Appointment!
Developing a pitch that defines the reasons you should be considered for a board appointment.
Want a board appointment? Understanding the Fundamental Attribution Error is well, fundamental.
Defining your board aspirations is your first step. Telling people about them is the next thing you need to do.
Defining which boards to target – 8 Questions to Ask Yourself
Managing your Board expectations and aspirations can be made easier by asking yourself 8 questions. From there you can narrow down the sort of boards that you are likely to be appointed to.
What Board can I Realistically be Appointed to?
We all have Board Aspirations, but you need to make sure that the next board role or organisation you pursue is right for you.
How Long will it realistically take to Get Appointed to a Board?
It is always difficult to provide a hard and fast answer to this question, as for everyone the journey is different. However, perseverance is the key.
The 7 Rewards of Becoming a Non-Executive Director
We regularly hear of the risks of holding a board role, but there are at least 7 rewards you should consider.
Thank you, but no thank you. What if my Board Interview is UnSuccessful? What Next?
Often a good candidate simply messes up the interview. You can learn from your mistakes!