The 5 KEY things that make a perfect board Candidate
Having taken briefs from hundreds of Chairs looking to recruit NEDs, there are five core criteria that make the perfect board candidate.
Category: Board Recruitment
What 17 Years of Board Recruitment Experience has taught me
Over the last 17 years, a number of things have become clear to me, that should frame your thinking about how you might gain your first, or a subsequent, board appointment.
The 6 Types of Board Interview Questions you should expect
The board interview is probably the most stressful part of the board appointment processes. There are 6 types of board interview questions you should prepare for.
How to write a statement to support your Board Application
It is critical to get right. Step through the process of writing a statement to support your Board Application.
How to write an impressive Board Cover Letter
The board cover letter should be the most crucial document you right. It is often the first hurdle to making a shortlist.
How you should respond to an Advertised UK Board Vacancy
Of all of the ways you may get appointed, via an advertised Board Vacancy is the most competitive.
How to find Advertised Board Vacancies in the UK
The question is not are there opportunities available but rather where do you find them and how do you get appointed.
How to handle a call with a Board Recruiter
If a headhunter calls you, then congratulations – you are on their radar. This does not mean that the role is yours.
Why you should and how to impress a Board Headhunter
If you are pursuing significant board roles, you will be dealing with board headhunters more and more.
How to effectively use Board Recruitment Firms
As an insider, this is the best advice I can get when dealing with Board recruiters or search firms in the UK.
Strong ties are NOT the Connections that Will Get You a Board Appointment
83% of people who gained a job through a personal connection saw that person rarely or infrequently.
65% of current UK board members gained an appoint via a personal connection
It may not surprise you that board appointments are made via connections, but you need to know what type of connections are most valuable.
If you really want that Board Appointment – do personal research
Personal in-person research, when done properly, will infiltrate every aspect of your board appointment process and truly dare them not to appoint you to your dream board role.
How well-orchestrated online research can result in a board appointment
When done properly, online research will de-risk your board appointment and often separate you from your competitors.
Three Desirable Criteria for a Board Candidate
There are three desirable criteria that will influence a Chair’s decision to appoint you. It is important to know what they are and how to leverage them.