Author Jill Griffin in her new book, "EARN YOUR SEAT ON A CORPORATE BOARD: 7 Actions to Build Your Career, Elevate Your Leadership, and Expand Your Influence," said "You know, being on a corporate board is leadership at the highest level. A well-run business can change the world, and that starts at the top. All of these organizations seek talented people and we need them to have more access to those slots."
Regarding a board’s worthiness and interest, your approach should NOT be like the BEK cartoon in The New Yorker’s May 2nd, 2016: “We just need your email address so we can email you all day every day for the rest of your life.”
Griffin’s approach in her book and online tool will help you figure out what “your number” is regarding board worthiness and interest.
For too long, now, America’s corporate boards have been filled by a chosen few. “Board cronyism” has run rampant. And, that kind of ‘good old boy club’ usually means trouble of one kind or another for those organizations that choose to run their businesses like that.
To remain competitive and profitable, our corporations have to level the playing field so board seats are obtainable to a wider, richly qualified, and much more diverse range of talent. It would be safe to say that our country’s free enterprise systems depends on it.
The book will take years off your learning curve and provide seven succinct actions to take. It will teach you how to:
- Test Your Readiness
- Craft Your Board Search Strategy
- Find Boards That Will Welcome You
- Attract Boards to You
- Network with Influencers
- Ace Your Board Interviews
- Vet Your Board Invitation
Stay Flexible
Always be open to amending your list. When new choices surface, look at them with an open mind. Most important, be flexible and listen to your instincts. It’s been our experience that when you are clear about your intentions, the universe will align to help you.
Source: Jill Griffin: Earn Your Seat on a Corporate Board: 7 Actions To Build Your Career, Elevate Your Leadership,and Expand Your Influence
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