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Articulation – The most valuable thing you can do to gain a Board Appointment!

Articulate your Board Pitch

The most valuable thing you can do to gain a board appointment is to simply tell people you are looking for one.

Directors Remuneration – How much do Board Members get paid?

board members paid

Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) get paid $1.8M from their various appointments, whilst others get paid nothing. There is a disparity.

What types of board roles are available in Australia?

Types of Boards

In Australia, there are nine types of board roles, each with different degrees of responsibilities, risks, and rewards.

The 5 criteria a chair wants to find in a new non-executive director

5 Core Elements for a Board Candidate

There are just five core elements that organisations want to find in a new non executive director.

Finding and gaining a board appointment needn’t be so difficult

Board Appointment Model

Many people find the process of gaining a board appointment overwhelming and often quit before they find the role that is right for them.

What is a Non-Executive Director in Australia and what are the risks?

Non Executive Director risk Australia

In Australia, a non-executive director is one who is not employed by the organisation. By law, all directors are personally liable, therefore you must consider the risks.

The seven rewards of gaining a non-executive appointment

Why a board role

Any board appointment will incur some risks, but for most, the rewards far outweigh these risks. Consider these seven rewards of a board role.

Want a board role in 2024 – prepare now

looking for a board role

If you are looking for a board role in 2024? It starts with creating a personal board career plan. Focus on the seven things.

Cyber Security for Board Directors: 3 must read 2023 reports

cyber security for board directors

This month has seen the release of 3 new cybersecurity reports. Essential reading for executives and board directors.

The 8 personal traits of a successful NED

Soft Skill Board Director

Irrespective of the industry or sector they operate within, successful Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) are united by some common traits

How to address career blips when applying for a Board Appointment

career gaps board application

Past blips or career gaps should not prevent you from developing a board career. You need to know how to handle them properly

Why women don’t apply for Board Roles as often as they should

Women board roles

Men are confident about their ability, but women don’t feel confident until they’ve checked off each item on the list.

Is a governance qualification required for a board appointment?

governance qualification required

A governance qualification is rarely a must-have though it might just be what separates you from your competitors.

Want to apply for a board chair role? What you should know

Apply for board chair role

Many aspire to be the chairman of the board. I will step you through the process of applying for a board chair role.

7 tips to gain a board role with no board experience

No board experience

Can I become a Non-Executive Director with no board experience or am I just wasting my time? The reality is that you can.

2023 Australian Board Diversity Data has been released

Board Diversity Australia 2023

The 2023 Board Diversity Index has been recently released, highlighting significant changes in board diversity trends in Australia.

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