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The X factor in crafting new CXO roles successfully

CXO roles have proliferated in recent decades, making it difficult for some title holders to find their footing in the C-suite landscape.

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Forced CEO turnover can damage the reputation of board directors

Research suggests the forced departure of a chief executive may be viewed as a governance failure by shareholders.

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Questions non-execs should ask before joining the board

Before you accept the nomination, conduct an informal audit to ensure you understand the board dynamics, your responsibilities and how you can add value.

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What makes a successful non-executive director?

Qualities that are prized in executive life must be left at the boardroom door as a non-executive director. So what do boards look for in a new recruit?

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Five attributes of successful board directors

Research conducted by Fidelio Partners reveals what it takes to reach the top roles, and succeed, around the boardroom table—for both male and female executives.

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The barriers to getting more women on boards can be overcome

The barriers preventing women entering boardrooms in greater numbers are various and complex, but new recruiting policies, female networks and mentoring schemes can all be used to help women climb higher.

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The Secret NED: Welcome, newbie NEDs

You may be an experienced operator, but it doesn’t mean you can skip reading your board papers or assume you know everything.

New beginnings

Achieving the Davies Review target of women making up 25% of board membership in the FTSE 100 forced many first-time appointments. But what should women be doing to launch their non-executive careers?

Number One - first time.

Starting out

Non-executive appointments may seem like a natural progression for many but enthusiasm for a first role should not be allowed to crush caution.

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So you want to chair an audit committee?

Chairing an audit committee is a natural progression for many non-executives. But what’s involved in stepping up to supervise the auditors and the accounts?

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