In this special episode of The Job Hunting Podcast, we delve into an often aspirational but often mysterious career path: securing a board position. We are joined by Helga Svendsen, a governance expert and advocate for board diversity and accountability, to unlock the pathway to board roles for aspiring professionals.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 08:00 - Foundational Steps to Prepare for Board Roles
• 09:32 - The Role of Networking in Securing Board Positions
• 12:28 - Navigating Unpaid Opportunities and Compensation in Board Positions
• 17:02 - Strategic Approaches to Overcoming Challenges in Attaining Board Positions
• 21:25 - Crafting an Effective Board Resume and Key Characteristics for Board Role Preparation
• 23:35 - Strategies for Aspiring Board Members to Secure Positions
• 26:30 - Navigating Hybrid Roles: Balancing Full-Time Careers and Board Commitments
• 35:37 - Unveiling Commitments and Time Requirements for New Members
• 39:43 - Considering Board Director Training
• 43:03 - What is Take on Board?

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 56 - How to start your board director career - with Marion Macleod, FAICD
• Episode 104 - Want to become a board director?, interview with Moana Weir (Part 1)
• Episode 105 - Understanding the role of chairperson, interview with Moana Weir (Part 2)

About the host, Renata Bernarde

Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. 

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