Do I have the right skills and experience for a Board?

I'm back for Part 2 of our three-part series to guide you through the vital self-assessment step on your journey to the Boardroom.

The big question: Do I have the right skills and experience to join a Board? The answer is almost certainly yes, but the key is finding the right Board that needs what you offer right now.

In this episode, I help you:

• Define Your Whole Value: Your Unique Board Value Proposition (UBVP) is more than just your professional expertise. I explain why the "whole basket of goods"—your soft skills, lived experience, and unique attributes—is what can truly opens Boardroom doors.
• The Power of Alignment: Learn the crucial steps to calibrate your UBVP with your Board goal. I share how to strategically research your target Board to ensure your skills are precisely what they need, making your candidacy a 'winnable' game.
• The Reality Check: I explain the importance of getting candid feedback from a trusted advisor with Board experience to gain an objective view of your Board readiness.

Actionable Next Steps:

• Set Your Goal: If you haven't yet, listen to Episode 102 to set your Board goal.
• Audit Your Value: Explore Episodes 98 and 103 to clearly define your Unique Board Value Proposition.
• Download the Resource: Access the Board Skills Self-Assessment resource (PDF).

Resources & Opportunities:

• Episode 102 – Break into the Boardroom – Setting a Board Goal
• Episode 98 – The Ingredients for your Unique Board Value Proposition
• Episode 103 - Break into the Boardroom: Understanding your Board Value Proposition
• Board Skills Self-Assessment Resource (PDF)

Want to accelerate your Board journey?

• Break into the Boardroom Course: My online course guides you through a 4-step process taking you from Board hopeful to Board Member. Use the code BOARDREADY at checkout to get $100 off your enrolment. 

What's Next?

You've done the hard work of self-assessment. Now, let's go find that seat!

Join me for Part 3 of this series, Episode 128, where we'll tackle the burning question: "How do I find and get on a Board?" That episode will come out on 19 November 2025.