Jan Young and I gave this talk during a recent edition of the weekly Success Hour, hosted by The CxXchange
Summary
A Personal Board of Directors is a carefully selected group of independent advisors who bring their trust, feedback, guidance, and collaboration skills to help you navigate your career. These advisors are usually a mix of peers and those who have more experience or are further along in their careers. You can form your Personal Board in different ways: through groups found in communities, professional programs, or among your work colleagues, or by connecting with talented people over time and building lasting relationships.
Creating a Personal Board of Directors is invaluable for gaining diverse perspectives on various aspects of professional life, including strategic planning, navigating executive relationships, and tackling important operational challenges. Your advisors can provide insights that are crucial for understanding the broader business and market landscape, enabling you to make well-informed decisions. A thoughtfully assembled board acts as a strategic sounding board, helping you to leverage collective expertise for personal and professional growth. Depending on the feedback you’re seeking or the context of the situation most professionals meet with members of their board 1:1 rather than in a group setting.
I look forward to hearing about your experience with your Personal Board of Directors.
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