Top things to NOT do during a board interview
BY SHEILA RONNING, FOUNDER & CEO OF WOMEN IN THE BOARDROOM
1. Dress in something that doesn't make you feel powerful, professional and comfortable at the same time.
2. Arrive late or appear that you had to rush to get there on time.
3. Arrive without knowing if the interview is in a group setting, one-on-one, over a meal or in a conference room. (Having an idea of the environment will help you prepare.)
4. Show up unprepared or without well-developed knowledge of the company or the board.
5. Display your nervous tendencies. (Have the toe tapping in check and make sure your posture portrays confidence.)
6. Have your phone on. (Not even on vibrate.)
7. Make poor eye contact.
8. Forget to smile and show your personality.
9. Forget copies of your board bio, board resume or business cards.
10. Talk too much or interrupt. (Listening is sometimes more important.)
11. Provide lengthy, long-winded answers. (Be crisp, concise and thoughtful.)
Sheila Ronning is the CEO & Founder of Women in the Boardroom. Email Sheila or connect with her on LinkedIn to set up a time to talk about the ways Women in the Boardroom can help prepare you for board service.
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