Joy-Marie Lawrence CD(SA) PCC (ICF)’s Post

Joining a new Board can be a daunting experience with many unexpected challenges. At Boardvisory our experienced Directors walk this journey alongside you, helping you to perform optimally from the beginning. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/djmqfDYi

Derwent welcomed more than 100 aspiring board members and guests to our Pathway to the Boardroom series with experienced Directors Joe Pollard and Debra Singh. Despite taking different pathways to secure their first board roles, both speakers emphasised the importance of building out executive experience and breadth before marking the transition to non-executive positions. There was also an emphasis on staying connected to the people who will keep you across the right board opportunities, which can be vastly different to executive networks. In exploring the journey to the boardroom, Joe and Debra uncovered some key tips and tricks including: - Understanding your passions and value add  - Being a Board Director is not a part-time role - Be comfortable with rejection - The art of asking a good question For further detail, be sure to click the below link.

Have we fully recognized the immense value a chairperson brings to a company’s success? The chairperson plays a pivotal role in steering the board and the company towards success. They ensure effective governance by: • Providing unparalleled leadership to the board. • Strategically setting the agenda and facilitating highly effective board meetings. • Serving as a crucial liaison between the board and management. • Guaranteeing that the board functions with utmost efficiency and independence. In addition to their well-known duties, what are some unique responsibilities that the chairperson holds within an organization?

Successful Board members are often said to have certain traits and to behave in a certain way. However, such assertions do not hold up to real-world scrutiny.   In the real world, each Board and each Board member succeeds, or not, in a unique context. So, there can be no set of general traits or way of working that will lead to Board effectiveness.   However, research into Board effectiveness guides us that there are good practices — a framework to understand and develop Board effectiveness emerges.   Svein Richard Brandtzæg, accomplished CEO, Board Member and Board Chair discusses the importance of effective Boards and how to develop them, with Richard Moore, CEO of MU and member of MU’s Board & CEO Expert Practice.   Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/dPjzABEz

🪑 Did you know that advisory positions can be a stepping stone to paid board roles? If you’re already serving on an advisory board—or looking to get started—you’re closer than you think to securing your first board seat. Boards value professionals who can turn insight into actionable strategy. Want to learn how to monetize your expertise and land a coveted board position? Register for our masterclass—link in the comments!

🙌 Please read my first blog post on becoming a Company Director. This is my own authentic self reflections. 🏢 Why did I set up my own business? 👻 How did Imposter Syndrome get in the way, and how did I get over it? 🏳️🌈 What did the Pride in Leadership Conference have to do with it? 👍🏻 How can I use all of my professional experience to help you? https://lnkd.in/eFabbwp7

Why do board members ask questions? 🤔 Board members don’t have the day-to-day exposure to the business that the executive team does, so asking the right questions is how they get the insights. What’s the best way to keep them informed and aligned? Watch this short video with Marc Friend (https://lnkd.in/g85mJJDG) who gave his advice on the latest Premonio Revinar: https://bit.ly/4eBlmNG #BoardLeadership #ExecutiveInsights #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #StrategicQuestions

Why do board members ask questions? 🤔 Board members don’t have the day-to-day exposure to the business that the executive team does, so asking the right questions is how they get the insights. What’s the best way to keep them informed and aligned? Watch this short video with Marc Friend (https://lnkd.in/ge7pa5cG) who gave his advice on the latest Premonio Revinar: https://bit.ly/4eBlmNG #BoardLeadership #ExecutiveInsights #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipDevelopment #StrategicQuestions

Behind every successful organization is a committed board of directors steering its course. If your organization is struggling with keeping board members engaged and committed to their role, here are 3 tips to help make sure that everyone is on the same page: ✅Have clear expectations  ✅Have meaningful involvement & recognition ✅Continuous communication & support If you found this information helpful: 🔁Share it with a friend 📲Follow me for more tips! 🔗Visit www.schenault.solutions to book a call with me!

Successful Board members are often said to have certain traits and to behave in a certain way. However, such assertions do not hold up to real-world scrutiny.   In the real world, each Board and each Board member succeeds, or not, in a unique context. So, there can be no set of general traits or way of working that will lead to Board effectiveness.   However, research into Board effectiveness guides us that there are good practices — a framework to understand and develop Board effectiveness emerges.   Svein Richard Brandtzæg, accomplished CEO, Board Member and Board Chair discusses the importance of effective Boards and how to develop them, with Richard Moore, CEO of MU and member of MU’s Board & CEO Expert Practice.   Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/ejnf_zp7