Is corporate board service something you're considering as a next career step? While you may be an attractive candidate and possess the right experience, expertise and skills, don’t assume opportunities will just fall in your lap. Landing a board seat takes time. Strategically marketing yourself is critical to driving awareness of your interest and qualifications. […]
How can I improve at office politics without compromising my integrity or authenticity? Whenever smart people compete for limited resources, the climate gets political. Since resources are always limited, you will always have to deal with politics in the office. Many of us think about office politics as a game that must be played, or […]
Making good impressions when networking is critical. It’s important to pay attention to what you say and do because your actions impact relationships and opportunities. To put your best foot forward, avoid these 10 common networking mistakes. 1. Waiting several days to respond to an introduction When someone facilitates an introduction, don't wait several days […]
What is one key piece of advice for new board members on how to be effective? The hallmark of an effective board member is the ability to ask management high impact questions. Such questions should yield insightful information and enable the board to execute its oversight duties.
Membership in a professional association has many benefits. There are more than 10,000 professional organizations in the US alone, across nearly all industries. That’s a lot of opportunities to get involved and a wide network of professionals to tap into. So how do you choose which associations are best for you? Here are some questions […]
