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Positioning Yourself for the Other Side of the Boardroom Table

Gravitating towards board positions can be a daunting proposition. These opportunities rarely arise by chance; it takes effort and preparation for board roles to come to fruition. Governance, risk, compliance, and assurance professionals have somewhat of a head start, as their unique skills and experiences align with some of the base skills required for boards. There are similar challenges in retiring from fulltime employment; professionals can't just step off the treadmill and hope to maintain their balance, so transitioning in retirement demands well-considered planning. This chapter showcases an effective planning approach to underpin preparing oneself for board roles and/or ...

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