Why Many Executives Fail to Transition to NED Roles
Why Many Executives Fail to Transition to NED Roles The Growing Trend of Executives Transitioning to NED Roles The Evolving Corporate Landscape In recent years, the corporate landscape has undergone significant changes, prompting a shift in how companies are governed and managed. This evolution has …
The Role of Continuous Learning in a NED Career
Adrian Lawrence Adrian Lawrence FCA with over 25 years of experience as a finance leader and a Chartered Accountant, BSc graduate from Queen Mary College, University of London. I help my clients achieve their growth and success goals by delivering value and results in areas …
How to Showcase Your Board Potential in Interviews
How to Showcase Your Board Potential in Interviews Introduction Importance of Board Roles In today’s dynamic business environment, board roles have become increasingly significant. These positions are not only pivotal in steering organizations towards strategic success but also in ensuring robust governance and accountability. Board …
Building a NED Portfolio Without Overcommitting
Adrian Lawrence Adrian Lawrence FCA with over 25 years of experience as a finance leader and a Chartered Accountant, BSc graduate from Queen Mary College, University of London. I help my clients achieve their growth and success goals by delivering value and results in areas …
How Interim Assignments Can Lead to NED Opportunities
How Interim Assignments Can Lead to NED Opportunities Understanding the NED Landscape The Role of a Non-Executive Director Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) play a crucial role in the governance of a company. Unlike executive directors, NEDs are not involved in the day-to-day management of the organization. …
Why Boardroom Experience Isn’t Always a Prerequisite
Why Boardroom Experience Isn’t Always a Prerequisite Challenging Traditional Leadership Norms The Conventional Path to Leadership For decades, the path to leadership has been largely defined by a set of conventional criteria. These often include years of experience in the industry, a track record of …
How to Use Your Industry Network to Get on a Board
How to Use Your Industry Network to Get on a Board Understanding the Importance of Board Positions The Strategic Role of Board Members Board positions are pivotal in shaping the strategic direction of an organization. Board members are entrusted with the responsibility of overseeing the …
The Non-Obvious Skills That Get You Board Roles
The Non-Obvious Skills That Get You Board Roles The Evolving Landscape of Board Roles Shifting Expectations and Responsibilities In recent years, the expectations and responsibilities of board members have undergone significant transformation. Traditionally, board roles were primarily focused on governance, compliance, and oversight. However, …
How to Identify a Board Candidate with True Strategic Vision
How to Identify a Board Candidate with True Strategic Vision The Importance of Strategic Vision in Board Leadership Defining Strategic Vision Strategic vision refers to the ability to foresee and articulate a future direction for an organization. It involves understanding the broader market landscape, …
The Cost of Waiting Too Long to Refresh Your Board
The Cost of Waiting Too Long to Refresh Your Board The Importance of Timely Board Refreshment Understanding Board Refreshment Board refreshment refers to the process of periodically updating the composition of a company’s board of directors. This process involves introducing new members with fresh perspectives, …
