Board CV Guidelines You Should Follow
For many, the process of writing a CV is the first thing they do when looking for a role – whether they are looking for
Board Applications: Supporting Statement Writing
In my last few articles, I have been looking at the board application process; the importance of adding a supporting statement and how candidates are
Board Applications: How are Candidates Graded?
When it comes to board applications, do you know how candidates are graded? In my previous article, I started with a series about compiling board
Board Applications: Supporting Statement
Writing Board Applications is an intricate and time-consuming process. In this article, I want to take you through the first of three documents you should
What to Do When a Recruiter Calls You About a Board Appointment
I have written before about using search firms to find a board appointment. That implies that you approach a recruitment firm to help you find
Finding and Responding to NED Advertisements
Over 10% of current board members stated that they were appointed to their most recent board via an advertised role. That might seem like a
Using Advertisements to Find a Board Role: Contacting the Advertiser
I have probably received 1000+ phone calls from prospective board candidates in my time. The vast majority say something like “I just saw your advertisement.
Using Advertisements to Find a Board Role: Before You Contact the Advertiser
At some point in your board search you might find yourself looking at an advertisement for a board role that seems perfect for you. Your
Using Search Firms to Get a Board Appointment
I have written many times about the value of personal connections, especially your weak ties, in gaining a board appointment. But personal connections are not