
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
How much are Non Executives Paid?
A question that will undoubtedly come to mind as you start your journey to becoming a Board Member, is the question of how much you

Taking the Direct Approach to a Board Appointment
We have looked over the last few articles at how your connections can get you appointed. After all, personal connections account for 65% of all

Using LinkedIn to Build the Right Connections
In my opinion the best way to develop personal connections, particularly for those who dislike formal networking, is using LinkedIn. I have written a lot

How Do You Develop the Right Connections? (2)
The right connections account for around 65% of all board appointments, so your connections really do count – but only if you can properly and