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.
What types of board roles are available in Australia?
Looking for a Non-Executive Director role? There are many other types of board roles in Australia that you should consider.
No board experience? Use your executive experience to get a board appointment
A vast number of skills and level of experience are valued at board level. It is not just those with board experience who get appointed to boards.
Want a board appointment? Understanding the Fundamental Attribution Error is well, fundamental.
One of the most valuable things you can do to gain a board appointment is to simply start telling people you are looking for one.
Defining boards to targets? 8 Questions to Ask Yourself
Managing your Board expectations and aspirations can be made easier by asking yourself 8 questions. From there you can narrow down the sort of boards that you are likely to be appointed to.
What Board can I Realistically be Appointed to?
We all have Board Aspirations, but you need to make sure that the next board role or organisation you pursue is right for you.
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.
The 7 Rewards of Becoming a Non-Executive Director
Any board appointment will incur some risks, for most, the rewards far outweigh these risks. There are at least 7 rewards to holding a board role.
Can I have both an Executive and a Non-Executive role?
In short, yes. You can have a Non-Executive and Executive role at the same time. Indeed doing so, may be the best career decision you’ll ever make.
No Board Experience? No Problem
It may surprise you to know that the majority of new board appointments have neither past NED experience nor were/are CEOs.
Common Questions: How to transition from an Executive to a Non-Executive?
If you are a Senior Executive and looking for your first board appointment then, most likely, you have already begun to wonder HOW that transition will take place.
It’s time to reset – what you can you do differently to get a Board Appointment in 2021
Some simple and actionable advice on getting your board goals back on track for 2021.
Taking the Direct Approach to gain a Board Appointment
The most likely way you will gain a board appointment is by directly approaching an organisation. 15% of all appointments are made this way.
How to use LinkedIn to develop Weak Ties authentically and legitimately
Connections are valuable when it comes to gaining a board appointment and LinkedIn is an under-utilised way to develop these connections.
Is your current Network Stale and Shallow? Now is the time to fix it!
Your network of business, professional and personal contacts, is the most valuable and transportable asset you have. A properly nourished network can truly work wonders for your board career.
The four keys to developing Personal Connections
There are 4 key things to work when developing personal or professional connections - your motivation, authenticity, passion & mantra.