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- 9781949709339
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Newtype Publishing
ISBN-10
1949709337
ISBN-13
9781949709339
eBay Product ID (ePID)
14038542214
Product Key Features
Book Title
Be Board Ready : the Secrets to Landing a Board Seat and Being a Great Director
Number of Pages
216 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2019
Topic
Leadership, Corporate Governance, Development / Business Development, General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Business & Economics
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
12.2 Oz
Item Length
9 in
Item Width
6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
Betsy's book is a roadmap for how to join a board and then become a world class contributor. She distills decades of experience as a highly impactful board member into this practical guide., Betsy Atkins is uniquely qualified to teach how to accelerate building better boards that continuously extend shareholder value creation. As Independent Lead Director at HD Supply and Nominating & Governance Committee Chair, Betsy leads the charge on creating exceptional board of directors composition and dynamics. In today's environment of activism, global volatility, and both strengthening and emerging competitive threats, rapid, world-class board execution is essential to navigating a winning path forward. Betsy's overwhelming passion to apply hard work, opportunistically identify and engage an extended network of expert talent, and direct board activity to be an incredible business asset and accelerant is a most powerful playbook., Fulfilling director responsibilities during a company's best times can be challenging. Betsy Atkins had the courage to join our board as an Independent Director during a time of company crisis. Betsy provided not only a steady hand but also the focused, strategic thinking and experience in corporate governance necessary to navigate a clear path forward. Betsy's understanding of best-in-class compensation philosophies has been invaluable in her role as Compensation Committee Chair, and her diverse experiences in board leadership offer a singular guide for anyone who wants to 'Be Board Ready'., I believe Betsy Atkins's deep and broad experience of international board engagements should be very valuable to any board member or CEO., Betsy's deep board experience is distilled into an action plan on how to join a board, be a valued colleague, and an asset for the business. Her coaching and wisdom is for CEO's, directors and teaches how to be a world class director and be prepared for what goes on in the boardroom. If you are involved in corporate governance it's a must read., Joining a public Board can be a challenging experience even for the most seasoned business professional. Betsy has such a tremendous knowledge and experience from so many Boards that she draws from in this book to help you manage, enjoy and benefit from as you embark on the journey to be a Board professional. From personal experience with Betsy in the Volvo Cars Board I have learned a lot on how to manage Committees and work in the Board to maximize the benefit for the company, their business partners, their shareholders and importantly their employees, Betsy's book helps new, prospective board members find a seat. She brings her philosophy of engaged, cognitive diversity on how to contribute in the boardroom into actionable steps for directors and CEOs., Nasdaq has always valued best-in-class corporate governance and has partnered with Betsy for years as part of our Governance Clearinghouse, conferences, and in her role as a Nasdaq director. This book captures her insights not only on how to join a board but also on how to be a valued member. She provides terrific, practical advice that can benefit CEOs as well as current and future board directors ., Betsy's book will bring board candidates and members valuable insights and practical advice on how to participate actively and productively in the governance of a company. Betsy has the rare experience of having served on numerous boards across various sectors and geographies. Her book brings together her learnings from these diverse environments, supported by a hands-on and intimate knowledge of situations that board members have to navigate. An essential read when the governance of companies in the digital age is facing significant challenges, is undergoing major transformations, and requires different approaches in different parts of the world., "Fulfilling director responsibilities during a company's best times can be challenging. Betsy Atkins had the courage to join our board as an Independent Director during a time of company crisis. Betsy provided not only a steady hand but also the focused, strategic thinking and experience in corporate governance necessary to navigate a clear path forward. Betsy's understanding of best-in-class compensation philosophies has been invaluable in her role as Compensation Committee Chair, and her diverse experiences in board leadership offer a singular guide for anyone who wants to 'Be Board Ready'." -- Matt Maddox , CEO, WYNN RESORTS
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
658.4220973
Synopsis
Betsy Atkins finally shares her secret to getting on public company boards. In her book "Be Board Ready" she'll tell you how to build your brand, grow your network, and maximize your board interview for a board seat to get the offer. She'll help you prepare for board service and guide you on how to be a better board member. For CEOs and entrepreneurs, she shares how to make your board a strategic differentiator, truly accelerating your career and building your company. She wraps it up with a series of articles on board learnings and experiences. "Be Board Ready" is an insider's guide to getting a board seat and making the most of it., Serial entrepreneur and veteran of more than 25 public boards, Betsy Atkins shares her insider tips on how to get on a board. She details how to create and cultivate your own persona! brand, develop your networks, nail the interview, and continue to be a great board member who is offered more and better board seats. Betsy further details thoughts for CEOs and entrepreneurs on how to build and effectively manage and make the best use of a board of directors that is an accelerant for your company. As an added bonus, she includes a collection of articles and learnings from her experiences as an operator, board member, and advisor to some of America's largest and most notable public companies. Book jacket., Betsy Atkins is often asked "How can I get on a board?" So after 20+ years in the boardroom and multiple roles in public and private companies she is ready to share her secrets. In this book, she teaches you how to build your own personal brand as well as how to keep yourself relevant and growing. She shares tips on how to make your personal network the most effective (and the most enjoyable.) Betsy covers the best ways to present your skills and credentials in order to get that board interview as well as detailed information on how to prepare for it. But getting that board seat won't be the end of your journey. Once you are on the board, you'll want to be the best board member you can, helping your companies grow and prosper so you'll be able to get that next, even better board seat. For new CEOs and entrepreneurs she covers how to make your board work for you and be a true accelerant for your company; the role of the board, choosing new board members (and getting rid of the bad ones), maximizing your board meetings and building board relationships to ensure success for you as a CEO and for your company. Also included is a collection of articles and learnings from Betsy's experiences as an operator, board member and advisor to some of America's largest and most notable public companies. After reading this book, prospective board members will be energized and motivated to create their own personal brand, cultivate it to gain a board seat, be a better board member and CEO and continue to educate on the issues boards are looking at today.
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- 2***j (113)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThis package of books came quickly and was packed well enough to prevent all but the worst handling conditions. The books themselves were in nearly perfect condition and the box/sleeve was only slightly worn -- just as described in the listing. Was really happy with this order and the price was fantastic for such a great starter set of Hardy Boys. Awesome!
- 2***l (404)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseI buy used blu ray movies almost exclusively. When a great title comes to me, at a great price, responsibly shipped in bubblewrap, I know the seller's smart, and responsible, and their efforts are worthy of our business. A++, all around..! Thanks, Goodwill of Northwest North Carolina..! Let's do this again..! 👋😁👌
- i***l (1351)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchasefrom reading his feedback, i see this seller always UNDER-rates the condition of his books. they are usually in BETTER condition than listed. he also ships fast. so one can be confident that the condition of a book from this seller will be AT LEAST as good as described, usually BETTER, and shipped promptly. the book i just received is in EXCELLENT condition, but was only listed as "acceptable". wish all book sellers were as honest as this one. won't hesitate to buy from him again!Basics of Biblical Greek Workbook (#235898226302)