The 5 essential criteria a chair wants in a new non-executive director
There are just five essential elements that organisations want to find in a new non-executive director.
What is the expected time commitment of a Non-Executive Director?
Finding time to secure a board role is one thing, but what is the time commitment of a non-executive director?
What Australian board roles are available – which should you pursue?
In Australia, there are nine types of board roles, each with different degrees of responsibilities, risks, and rewards.
The risks of becoming an Australian Non-Executive Director?
Executive and Non-Executive Directors have the same formal liabilities, responsibilities and risks. NEDs, however, face several more.
Eight reasons to pursue a board appointment?
Any board appointment carries risks, but for most, there are 8 good reasons why you should pursue a board role.
Why women don’t apply for Board Roles as often as men but should
Research also shows that to apply for a job, women feel they must meet 100% of the criteria, while men usually apply after meeting about 60%.
Six ways to address career blips when pursuing a board career
Past blips or career gaps should not prevent you from developing a board career. You need to know how to handle them properly.
Is a governance qualification required for a board appointment?
A governance qualification is rarely a must-have though it might just be what separates you from your competitors.
Want a chair role? Here’s what you should know
Many aspire to be the chairman of the board. I will step you through the application process and what you need to know.
Analysing the 2026 Australian Board Diversity Data
A comprehensive look inside the latest 2026 Board Diversity reports and what it means for your Board Career.
7 tips to gain a board role with no board experience
Can you become a Non-Executive Director with no board experience? The reality is that you can, and here are my 7 tips to do so.
How to stay positive and build confidence whilst pursuing a board appointment
Rejection is part of the process of gaining a board appointment. Staying positive and building your confidence is critical.
Due Diligence Process for Non-Executive Directors
When offered a Non-Executive Director role, it is crucial to conduct a thorough due diligence process before accepting.
Directors’ Remuneration – How much do Australian NEDs currently get paid?
How much could I expect to be paid as a NED? This is the question I will attempt to answer in this article.
How to leverage a successful board offer?
A successful board interview and board offer can be leveraged to create new, perhaps more suitable, board opportunities.
What to do after a successful board interview?
Congratulations on your successful board interview. There are several factors you need to consider before saying yes.
