Enter the Boardroom Community

We're delighted to welcome all our followers to our new home. In 2025 WB Directors joined forces with Nurole, the market-leading non-executive search specialist. Together we have created the Enter the Boardroom Community, the destination for serving & aspiring NEDs.

Whether you're a seasoned trustee or just landed your first role, understanding what your CEO values in a board member is essential. Read the full article here for practical tips > zurl.co/bak3d

💻 What are the opportunities and risks of joining a tech or start-up board? In this insightful conversation, Anita Karppi & Russell Jones share what it really takes to succeed. Listen here > zurl.co/y8puA

Did you know that the most effective Chairs speak just 6-10% of the time in meetings? That's because being an effective Chair starts well before the boardroom. Discover the elements that make an effective Chair zurl.co/Cf5Ic

🎙️Do you actively manage your career? Listen as our CEO, Fiona Hathorn, and our Head of Leadership Development, Dr. Malcolm McGregor, discuss its importance. Listen here zurl.co/FGYS6 or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts.

Is joining a board one of your goals for 2026? Navigating the board search process can feel daunting. It's competitive, often lengthy, and knowing how to stand out is essential. Here are ten valuable tips to help you approach the journey with confidence.

How do you stay up to date on the latest boardroom issues? Our monthly Boardroom Briefings from Pinsent Masons keep you updated with the latest corporate governance news: zurl.co/5dkVl

Whether you're a seasoned trustee or just landed your first role, understanding what your CEO values in a board member is essential. Read the full article here for practical tips > zurl.co/qdkV9

💻 What are the opportunities and risks of joining a tech or start-up board? In this insightful conversation, Anita Karppi & Russell Jones share what it really takes to succeed. Listen here; zurl.co/9aJ4R

Did you know that the most effective Chairs speak just 6-10% of the time in meetings? That's because being an effective Chair starts well before the boardroom. Discover the elements that make an effective Chair: zurl.co/JPg9U

🎙️Do you actively manage your career? Listen as our CEO, Fiona Hathorn, and our Head of Leadership Development, Dr. Malcolm McGregor, discuss its importance. Listen here: zurl.co/lwQlW or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts.

Looking for tips on getting into the boardroom? Our members share their top tips for succeeding in the boardroom; zurl.co/4uDrE #WomenOnBoards #CareerGoals #ThrivingTogether #CareerAdvice

Our members' best advice on succeeding as a board member! Listen now here or search 'Women on Boards' wherever you get your podcasts: zurl.co/rVgDZ #WomenOnBoards #NonExecutiveDirector #NEDs #CareerGoals

Is joining a board one of your goals for 2026? Navigating the board search process can feel daunting. It's competitive, often lengthy, and knowing how to stand out is essential. Here are ten valuable tips to help you approach the journey with confidence.

We are proud of the strong support in our community. Throughout the year, members have shared their time through free 1-on-1 pre-interview calls, helping them prepare, build confidence and secure roles. Thank you to everyone who has helped!

How can a board role benefit your executive career? If joining a board is one of your 2026 goals but you're not sure it's the right move, here are seven ways a board role can boost your career, professionally and personally.

Congratulations to all our members who secured board roles this year! 🎉 And it's been great to see so many members take first steps on their board journeys. Explore the impact our community is making here: zurl.co/xkvEP

📚 Looking for some book recommendations to add to your boardroom reading list? Scroll through for a snapshot of the books our Boardroom Book Club has explored - tackling many of the issues shaping today’s business landscape.

Our Final Boardroom Briefing of the year is now available. Produced with insights from the experts at Pinsent Masons, it offers a clear, practical overview of the latest corporate governance news. Members can read the latest edition here >> zurl.co/60AwV

🎧 Looking to kickstart your board career and need some inspiration? Monica Chadha, experienced NED, Board Advisor & creative industry leader, shares how curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to take risks have shaped her journey. 🎧 Listen here: zurl.co/zNLJM