Leading Boards N°1 Basics on Boards of Directors | Page 4
Joining a Board of Directors of another company can be a big step forward in ones career and a bright new challenge. It brings credibility to your expertise, develops new skills in fields that you don’ t usually encounter, expands the professional network and takes you out of your daily routine.
Choosing to join a Board must come from a conscious decision; it takes time and preparation to find the right Board for your personal ambitions. Before seeking the perfect Board, start by asking yourself questions to check that you are personally ready for this investment.
• Why do you want to become a Board member?
• Do you have the time and want to get involved?
Serving on a Board takes time and personal commitment, if you are all ready overwhelmed with work for your own company maybe taking on a Board seat will be too much. Take time to think about it and what it will bring to your personal and professional development. Perform an inner journey to discover what you are passionate about and the values you want to fight for. This will help you choose what type of Board and organization you wish to be part of.
Becoming a Board member
Joining a Board of Directors of another company can be a big step forward in ones career and a bright new challenge. It brings credibility to your expertise, develops new skills in fields that you don’ t usually encounter, expands the professional network and takes you out of your daily routine.
Choosing to join a Board must come from a conscious decision; it takes time and preparation to find the right Board for your personal ambitions. Before seeking the perfect Board, start by asking yourself questions to check that you are personally ready for this investment.
• Why do you want to become a Board member?
• Do you have the time and want to get involved?
Serving on a Board takes time and personal commitment, if you are all ready overwhelmed with work for your own company maybe taking on a Board seat will be too much. Take time to think about it and what it will bring to your personal and professional development. Perform an inner journey to discover what you are passionate about and the values you want to fight for. This will help you choose what type of Board and organization you wish to be part of.