Are you endlessly searching for the "seek.com.au" for Boards? In this episode, we are debunking the biggest myth aspiring directors fall for: that all vacancy advertisements are sitting in one hidden place just waiting to be found.

The reality of the Boardroom is that 90% or more of Board opportunities are never advertised. If you are only applying to the 10% that are made public, you’re fighting like a seagull over a single hot chip!

Tune in to learn the five other places you actually need to look to secure a seat, ranked from the most proactive to the most passive. It is time to step out of the seagull mentality, accept how the game is actually played, and start moving further and faster toward your Board goals. 

Key Takeaways

• Why the 90/10 rule dictates your success in the Board seat marketplace.
• The "seagull mentality" and why waiting for advertisements is a slow, frustrating, and lucky-dip strategy.
• The six specific places to find Board roles, including your network, search firms, approaching organisations directly, and LinkedIn.
• How Board registers function as databases where you can add your name to be notified of available positions.

Resources & Links Mentioned

• NEW E-GUIDE: 31 Days to Finding a Board Role. Stop waiting and start acting. This guide provides a structured 4-week approach to help you find a Board seat. You will spend Week 1 setting your foundation, Week 2 unlocking your network, Week 3 navigating firms and registers, and Week 4 building your digital presence and momentum. Grab your copy here for only $47 AUD.
• Episode 141: Understanding the mechanics and dynamics of the Board seat marketplace.
• Episode 143: How to network for a Board role.