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Board Seat

If you are considering serving on a board, you are most likely asking yourself, “What first board seat is right for me?”

David Schwarz 09/07/2026

Board Career

Discover how to future-proof your career with a board seat — unlock leadership growth, influence, and long-term career security beyond the C-suite.

David Schwarz 24/06/2026

Independent Director

There are many variables to consider, and everyone’s pathway to their first and subsequent independent board seats will differ.

David Schwarz 04/06/2026

Independent Director

Independent board directors are key to good governance because they have no material connection to the organization.

David Schwarz 26/05/2026

Board Application

People are often concerned about how career gaps or issues might impact their prospects when applying for a board seat.

David Schwarz 13/05/2026

Board Networking

There are many ways to use LinkedIn to get a board seat. It can be leveraged to pursue all four pathways to find roles and get appointed.

David Schwarz 30/04/2026

Board Career

Your personal and professional networks are a valuable asset, building and nurturing them can unlock board career opportunities.

David Schwarz 15/04/2026

Board Appointment Process

Typically, there are four ways to get a board seat, some formal and others informal. The most successful one may surprise you.

David Schwarz 01/04/2026

Board Networking

If you want a board appointment or board seat, you need to know how to develop professional connections. Here are 5 keys to do just that.

David Schwarz 18/03/2026

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