

Should I use board recruitment firms?
Regardless of where you are located, the more significant board appointments occur via board recruitment firms.
Regardless of where you are located, the more significant board appointments occur via board recruitment firms.
If you are considering serving on a board, you are most likely asking yourself, “What first board seat is right for me?”
People often stall their pursuit of a board seat because they have no board experience. You can take action to reach your goal.
You can have an executive career and a board seat simultaneously, and it may be your best career decision.
There are many variables to consider, and everyone’s pathway to their first and subsequent independent board seats will differ.
The demand for Independent Directors rarely decreases, even in challenging times and economic downturns, including recessions.
Typically, there are four ways to get a board seat, some formal and others informal. The most successful one may surprise you.
Independent board directors are key to good governance and are those board members who have no material connection to the organization.
Many believe that becoming a voluntary board member is the place to begin your board career. Don’t discount the opportunities on offer.
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