Take on Board
Helga SvendsenWelcome to the Take on Board podcast, where we talk all things boards and governance. Being on a board can be interesting, valuable and exciting. Yet it can also be lonely, challenging and hard. Each week I talk to women who have been there, done that. Together we'll discover what we need to take on board to be your best in the boardroom.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 366 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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Today on the Take On Board podcast, I'm speaking with Davina Stanley about how boards can maximize the effectiveness of their board papers.
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Today on the Take On Board podcast, I'm speaking with Jaala Pulford about setting up a new statutory authority, scale an organization or scope, and having to manage staffing changes quickly.
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Today, on the Take on Board podcast, I would like to talk to you about reclaiming your white space and why total downtime might actually be a fiduciary duty.
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This week on the Take on Board podcast, Karen Tisdell is back for this Take on Board event. Karen responded to questions from the Take on Board community about how to use your LinkedIn profile to get the maximum benefit whether it's for a job search ... more
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- Exceptional Podcast for Directors & Leaders
Helga is an experienced and insightful trusted guide. Her conversations are richly informed, practically applied and purposeful. Essential listening for directors and leaders.
Apple Podcasts5Kel O’C
Australia10 months ago - Gender pay gap
Very informative session with Emma Rae. Thank you 🙏🏻
Apple Podcasts5SharonpaskAustralia2 years ago - Five Stars for Take On Board!
Loved the recent Governance summit summary podcasts - super useful
Apple Podcasts5katieunicornstewartAustralia2 years ago - Governance for chicks!
I’m so enjoying Helga Svendsen’s podcasts ‘Take on Board’. She tackles governance and directorship issues by shining a light on diverse stories, perspectives and insights. As a passionate advocate for women’s leadership at board level, I heartily recommend this for both new and experienced directors.
Apple Podcasts5RifffyAustralia4 years ago - Margot A
A fabulous podcast that is both insightful and generous with its practical tips and references. An enjoyable and motivating listen!
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The series centers on governance, boards, and leadership, featuring conversations with women and other governance practitioners who share practical, battle-tested insights for getting on and thriving in boards. Episodes cover topics like LinkedIn strategies for directors, time-sensitive fiduciary decisions, psychological safety, crisis governance, chairing dynamics, AI governance, and board induction. Guests range from senior directors and chairs to subject-matter experts, delivering actionable frameworks, real-world case studies, and tools to improve board performance, culture, and accountability. The format tends to mix tactical how-tos with broader governance philosophy, making it helpful for current directors, aspiring board members, an... more
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Recent guests on Take on Board include:
1. Karen Tisdell
2. Sarah Federman
3. Julie Lyford
4. Philip Chronican
5. Melinda Clark
6. Karen Raitt
7. Nicola Gibbs
8. Helen Hu
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