Episode 305 - Many professionals dream of a board career, but few know how to get there. In this episode, I unpack the three biggest blockers and share a roadmap to help you secure your first board role.

A large number of experienced professionals are eyeing board appointments as the next chapter in their careers. In a recent LinkedIn poll I conducted, nearly eight in ten respondents said they wanted a board role within the next five years. The allure is understandable. Board seats promise influence, intellectual challenge, and the prestige of shaping an organization’s future without the grind of day-to-day operations.

But there’s a catch. While the appetite for board roles is surging, the path to securing one remains opaque and, for many, deeply frustrating.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 00:00 The Demand for Board Roles
• 09:58 Understanding Board Expectations
• 17:33 The Appointment Process for Board Members
• 25:51 Becoming Board Ready
• 39:34 Strategizing for Board Positions

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Are you aiming for a paid board seat in the next 5 years?
• How to Be a Chairperson vs a Board Member
• How to Be a Chairperson vs a Board Member
• Navigating Your Way to a Board Seat
• Steps to Secure Your First Board Position

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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