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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