Analysing the 2025 Australian Board Diversity Data
This article analyses current board diversity trends in Australia and offers insights for individuals seeking a board appointment.
Answer these 8 questions to define your board targets
Defining a list of companies to target is critical to successfully gaining a non-executive director (NED) appointment
Am I too old or too young to be a Non-Executive Director?
Age alone rarely limits your potential as a Non-Executive Director, yet people still believe they are too old or too young.
How to find a paid or commercial board appointment
Commercial board appointments are appealing for many because they offer an opportunity to build your career and be remunerated.
How to transition from a not-for-profit to a commercial board role
Transitioning to commercial boards may seem daunting, but your NFP (not-for-profit) experience can offer a unique advantage.
Can I have both an Executive and a Non-Executive role?
You can have a Non-Executive and Executive role at the same time. Doing so may be the best career decision you’ll ever make.
What types of board roles are available in Australia?
In Australia, there are nine types of board roles, each with different degrees of responsibilities, risks, and rewards.
Finding and gaining a board appointment needn’t be so difficult
Many people find the process of gaining a board appointment overwhelming and often quit before they find the role that is right for them.
Want a board role in 2024 – prepare now
If you are looking for a board role in 2024? It starts with creating a personal board career plan. Focus on the seven things.
The 8 personal traits of a successful NED
Irrespective of the industry or sector they operate within, successful Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) are united by some common traits
7 tips to gain a board role with 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.
How to stay positive and build confidence? Both are key to a board appointment.
Rejection is part of the process of gaining a board appointment. Staying positive and building your confidence is critical.
Looking for a board role in 2023 – prepare now
If you are looking for a board role in 2023, now is the time to prepare. Whether it is your first appointment or not, you need a plan.
Looking for a board appointment? Make an early start.
There are a number of things that you should do NOW if you are looking for a board appointment. The end of your executive career is too late.
The 3 board selection criteria that matter most when recruiting board members
Many believe that prior governance experience and executive skills are the most important board selection criteria, but should you be focussing on 3 others?
A discussion on the strategies, tactics and methods for getting a board director role in Australia
We cover everything about getting a board role in Australia including board aspirations, roadblocks, personal connections, leveraging your C-suite experience, skills matrix & board fit, in-demand demand board roles & skills.