Take on Board

The blog

A hub for board insight and director wisdom

In 2019, I asked myself: “What do women need to be their best in the boardroom?” and the Take on Board podcast was born, which quickly grew into a vibrant community whose collective wisdom I draw on to share insights here on this blog.

Whether you’re aspiring to be a board director or already have a few chairs under your belt – the Take on Board podcast and blog are spaces to learn from likeminded leaders and find ways to elevate your impact in the boardroom.

Expect practical tools to support you in making high-quality decisions, real-life governance reflections you can draw wisdom from, and meaningful lessons passed on by podcast guests and community members. Let this be your manual for the things they don’t tell you.

Content loved by seasoned and aspiring board members

Ideas that resonated, stories that stuck, and tools that helped.

Ethics & Influence

Practical reflections to help you lead with integrity. Explore ethical judgment, influence without authority, and the courage required to speak up when it matters.

Director Mindset

Sharpen how you think, not just what you know. Explore self-awareness, judgment, confidence, and the inner work that strengthens impact.

Community Stories

A place to see your own journey reflected back to you. Gain insight from the lived experiences of Take on Board community members.

Boardroom Dynamics

What happens around the table shapes what happens beyond it. Unpack governance, from challenge and culture to psychological safety and power.

Board Careers & Pathways

There’s no single path to the boardroom. Whether exploring your first role or refining your portfolio, gain practical insights into sustainable governance careers.

On-air strategy sessions

Many of you told me how useful you find the on-air strategy sessions (episodes 6, 16 and 25). So this year I hope to do more! 

If you’d like to be involved, fill out the on-air strategy session application form.

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