Board Shorts Podcast

Board Shorts Podcast

Hosted by: Get on Board Australia

Helping aspiring Board Members find their first, next, or paid Board roles.

Episodes

Where to Start as an Aspiring Board Member - Part One | Ep. 124

This episode kicks off a three-part series designed to help aspiring Board Members navigate the world of Board service. This first instalment tackles the most critical question: What does a Board Member actually do?...
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How Im Navigating AI in Governance | Ep. 123

How can Board Members navigate the rapid evolution of AI without succumbing to fear or hype? As a "Geriatric Millennial," I'm sharing how I'm navigating this rapidly evolving technology without falling into the trap...
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The Surprising Path to a Board Seat: Lessons from the Watermark Index | Ep. 122

Watermark Search International – an executive and Board search firm – recently released their (somewhat) annual Board Diversity Index. This index reviewed the 2,100 Board Seats across the ASX300 Boards and evaluated...
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A Better Way to Get on to Boards | Ep 121

Welcome to a special masterclass edition! In this episode, I'm sharing the full recording of my live masterclass, originally held in our vibrant Board Talk Facebook Community. If you've been wondering how to genuinely...
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Your First 90 Days as a Board Member | Ep. 120

Just landed that Board seat? Congratulations! But the real journey starts now. Your first 90 days as a Board member are critical for establishing credibility, building relationships, and making a tangible impact. In...
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What to Know Before Your First Board Meeting | Ep. 119

Congratulations, you've landed a Board seat! Now, what happens inside that Boardroom? This episode tackles the anxiety of your first Board meeting, sharing practical ways to build confidence and hit the ground...
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The Board Member's Mindset Shift: From Executive to Director | Ep. 118

We're discussing a critical topic for Aspiring and emerging Board Members: the fundamental mindset shifts from being a high-achieving executive to an effective Board Member. If you're ready to make a real impact at...
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Aligning Governance and Management Q&A with Giselle McLachlan and Fiona McKenzie | Ep. 117

Earlier this month (May 2025), BoardPro hosted a webinar on 'Aligning Governance and Management' with Giselle McLachlan, Fiona McKenzie, and I, and the response was incredible. The questions flooded in – a testament...
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Preparing for Life as a Board Member with Dr Keith Dorsey | Ep. 116

I'm so excited to share this conversation with you! I've found a kindred spirit in Dr. Keith Dorsey, who, like me, is dedicated to helping people navigate the often-uncharted territory of embarking on a board career....
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From Invisible to Influential with Carol Kaemmerer | Ep. 115

Are you being talked about in the rooms you're not in? I chat with LinkedIn branding expert Carol Kaemmerer about turning quiet credibility into commanding presence to land board roles. Discover why who knows you...
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Don't Wait for the Ad: Your Strategic Board Resume in Action | Ep. 114

I'm exploring a crucial aspect of your Board search that goes far beyond simply responding to job advertisements: how to strategically use your Board Resume to proactively open doors to the Boardroom. We often focus...
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Telling Your Board Story through Your Board Resume | Ep. 113

Ready to craft a Board Resume that truly tells your story? This episode is your roadmap to creating a compelling narrative that will grab a Board recruiter's attention. The episode dives deep into how your Unique...
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