{"product_id":"the-boardroom-journey-practical-guidance-for-women-to-secure-a-seat-at-the-table-hardback-9781394331789","title":"The Boardroom Journey; Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat at the Table (Hardback) 9781394331789","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Boardroom Journey\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003ePractical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat at the Table\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Keith’s book is a groundbreaking guide for women at every career stage to strategically plan their journey to corporate boards.”  – \u003cb\u003eBETSY BERKHEMER-CREDAIRE, \u003c\/b\u003ePresident of 50\/50 Women on Boards and author of \u003ci\u003eWinning the Board Game\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Boardroom Journey \u003c\/i\u003ehelps aspiring directors envision their future and take actionable steps towards securing their place. A vital contribution to governance and leadership” – \u003cb\u003eDR. ALEXANDRA R. LAJOUX, \u003c\/b\u003eChief Knowledge Officer Emeritus, National Association of Corporate Directors and Founding Principal, Capital Expert Services\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Breaking into the boardroom isn’t about luck – it’s about strategy, preparation, and execution. \u003ci\u003eThe Boardroom Journey \u003c\/i\u003eprovides a clear step-by-step roadmap for executives and leaders looking to secure and thrive in board roles.” –  \u003cb\u003eSHELLYE ARCHAMBEAU, \u003c\/b\u003eFortune 500 Board Director and Former CEO, author of \u003ci\u003eUnapologetically Ambitious\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Keith Dorsey provides an essential roadmap for executives looking to secure a corporate board seat and contribute to ethical, forward-thinking leadership.” – \u003cb\u003eJESSICA N. GROUNDS, \u003c\/b\u003eCEO, Corporate Directors Forum; Co-Founder Mine the Gap and Running Start \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“A game-changing framework for women at every stage of their career looking to secure a seat at the boardroom table and lead with impact.” – \u003cb\u003eCAROLE K. CRAWFORD, CFA\u003c\/b\u003e, Chair Emeritus, 100 Women in Finance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Keith Dorsey delivers precisely what every executive seeking a board role has needed – a one-volume insider’s take on how boards work and how to secure a seat at the table.” – \u003cb\u003eRALPH WARD, \u003c\/b\u003ePublisher, Boardroom INSIDER\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eKeith D. Dorsey (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394331789, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 1 May 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e288 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 16 x 2.8 cm, 0.476 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEmpower your journey to the corporate boardroom with practical guidance and real-life examples.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Boardroom Journey: Practical Guidance for Women to Secure a Seat Table\u003c\/i\u003e by Dr. Keith D. Dorsey offers a clear, actionable roadmap for women at any career stage to strategically build a path to the boardroom. The evidence-based strategies and inspiring success stories presented throughout this book have been gleaned from interviews with hundreds of current corporate board members. Specific tactics are outlined for early career professionals shaping their leadership journey, mid-career professionals navigating their way to the C-suite, and current and retired C-suite executives actively seeking their first (or next) corporate board seat. This book helps readers navigate the nuances of these journeys by moving from theoretical insights to actionable advice.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Boardroom Journey\u003c\/i\u003e is an invaluable guide that helps women assess their personal motivations for career growth and board service, identify suitable boards, and enhance their board readiness through assessment tools and exercises. The book also offers strategies for building and leveraging a network of mentors, sponsors, and allies to gain support and boost confidence throughout the board journey.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside the book:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscover strategies to effectively prepare for board service\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGain insights on how to present and differentiate oneself via five types of capital\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to build and leverage a support team\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Boardroom Journey\u003c\/i\u003e is perfect for anyone aspiring to bring their unique perspective to corporate governance. The evidence-based strategies offered here give readers a proven method for charting an intentional path to executive service and securing a seat at the corporate boardroom table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eForeword by Tarang Amin ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreface xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1 Introduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart I Surveying the Landscape 15\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2 Welcome to the Boardroom 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3 Find Your Why 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4 Select a Destination 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5 Gauge Your Board Fitness 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart II Gearing Up for the Trek 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6 Cultural Capital 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7 Director Capital 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8 Human Capital 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9 Social Capital 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10 Commitment Capital 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11 Leveraging Your Capital Portfolio 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart III Navigating the Journey 181\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12 Neutralizing Naysayers 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13 Assembling Your Support Team 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14 Fail-proofing Your Journey 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15 Conclusion 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNotes 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 261\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Business \u0026amp; management [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Business \u0026amp; management\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Business%20\u0026amp;%20management%20%5BKJ%5D%22\"\u003eKJ\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52462931378456,"sku":"9781394331789","price":15.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394331789.jpg?v=1785542733","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/the-boardroom-journey-practical-guidance-for-women-to-secure-a-seat-at-the-table-hardback-9781394331789","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}