Emma Coombe

I think we've all seen firsthand how much value board directors get from using their experience and network from another board position or indeed from their executive role, if they're still in a full-time role, to really aid the other business that they're supporting. And that might be leveraging contacts.

It might be bringing different experiences, different perspectives and methodologies together. but it's so helpful to be able to do that. Our time in the lounge now has come to an end. In 30 seconds, this is what we've learned. Be selective about board opportunities. Ensure it aligns with your skill set, values, and career goals.

It might be bringing different experiences, different perspectives and methodologies together. but it's so helpful to be able to do that. Our time in the lounge now has come to an end. In 30 seconds, this is what we've learned. Be selective about board opportunities. Ensure it aligns with your skill set, values, and career goals.

It might be bringing different experiences, different perspectives and methodologies together. but it's so helpful to be able to do that. Our time in the lounge now has come to an end. In 30 seconds, this is what we've learned. Be selective about board opportunities. Ensure it aligns with your skill set, values, and career goals.

To be effective once in the board director seat, you need to demonstrate five key behaviors. Sound judgment, constructively challenge when appropriate, act with integrity, ask the right questions, and possess an independent perspective. Don't underestimate the importance of building strong connections with fellow board members. Small gestures can make a big difference.

To be effective once in the board director seat, you need to demonstrate five key behaviors. Sound judgment, constructively challenge when appropriate, act with integrity, ask the right questions, and possess an independent perspective. Don't underestimate the importance of building strong connections with fellow board members. Small gestures can make a big difference.

To be effective once in the board director seat, you need to demonstrate five key behaviors. Sound judgment, constructively challenge when appropriate, act with integrity, ask the right questions, and possess an independent perspective. Don't underestimate the importance of building strong connections with fellow board members. Small gestures can make a big difference.

Consistently seek new learnings to stay current during your board tenure and maximize your contribution. If you have any topics or burning questions you'd like us to cover in future episodes of Leadership Lounge, then get in touch. Email your questions to redefiners at russellrentz.com. And if you've enjoyed listening to this episode, leave us a five-star review on Apple or Spotify.

Consistently seek new learnings to stay current during your board tenure and maximize your contribution. If you have any topics or burning questions you'd like us to cover in future episodes of Leadership Lounge, then get in touch. Email your questions to redefiners at russellrentz.com. And if you've enjoyed listening to this episode, leave us a five-star review on Apple or Spotify.

Consistently seek new learnings to stay current during your board tenure and maximize your contribution. If you have any topics or burning questions you'd like us to cover in future episodes of Leadership Lounge, then get in touch. Email your questions to redefiners at russellrentz.com. And if you've enjoyed listening to this episode, leave us a five-star review on Apple or Spotify.

You can find us on LinkedIn and follow us on X at RRA on Leadership. You can also find us on Instagram at Redefiners Podcast. Until next time, goodbye.

You can find us on LinkedIn and follow us on X at RRA on Leadership. You can also find us on Instagram at Redefiners Podcast. Until next time, goodbye.

You can find us on LinkedIn and follow us on X at RRA on Leadership. You can also find us on Instagram at Redefiners Podcast. Until next time, goodbye.

Welcome to the Leadership Lounge, a place to kick back and listen as our experts dissect some of the biggest questions leaders face today. I'm Emma Coombe, Leadership Advisor in our London office. Today, we're talking about family enterprise leadership. These businesses are the backbone of economies around the world,

Welcome to the Leadership Lounge, a place to kick back and listen as our experts dissect some of the biggest questions leaders face today. I'm Emma Coombe, Leadership Advisor in our London office. Today, we're talking about family enterprise leadership. These businesses are the backbone of economies around the world,

Welcome to the Leadership Lounge, a place to kick back and listen as our experts dissect some of the biggest questions leaders face today. I'm Emma Coombe, Leadership Advisor in our London office. Today, we're talking about family enterprise leadership. These businesses are the backbone of economies around the world,

But their leaders face an increasingly critical challenge, how to preserve their organization's legacies in a fast-changing world. So in today's episode, I'm excited that we're exploring how family enterprise leaders can successfully balance preservation and progress. How can leaders maintain what made their organization successful while adapting to a new business landscape?

But their leaders face an increasingly critical challenge, how to preserve their organization's legacies in a fast-changing world. So in today's episode, I'm excited that we're exploring how family enterprise leaders can successfully balance preservation and progress. How can leaders maintain what made their organization successful while adapting to a new business landscape?

But their leaders face an increasingly critical challenge, how to preserve their organization's legacies in a fast-changing world. So in today's episode, I'm excited that we're exploring how family enterprise leaders can successfully balance preservation and progress. How can leaders maintain what made their organization successful while adapting to a new business landscape?

And what are the top issues that leaders will need to think about if they are to continue to thrive across generations? Before we dive in, remember to share any burning questions you want our experts to answer by emailing redefiners at russellreynolds.com. We look forward to hearing from you and we'd love your feedback on these episodes.