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The Pivot to Board Life

The transition from an executive to a board career, or a portfolio lifestyle, is more than it appears; the change can be seismic, in fact. In this episode, board member Paul Williams and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss how Williams transitioned away from his full-time career toward a portfolio li…

Conquering Boardroom Impostor Syndrome

Am I as good as my board peers? Do they think I’m a fraud? If you’ve found yourself asking such questions, you may be experiencing impostor syndrome. In this episode, board member and author Keith Dorsey and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss impostor syndrome and self-doubt in the boardroom. They d…

Susan Paley: From Documentary Film Making to CEO of BeatsByDre...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Susan Paley, a trailblazer in the tech industry, as she shares her journey from the Midwest to becoming a key player in the world of hardware and software innovation. Discover the stories behind her career milestones, including her pivotal role in the suc…

Coaching the CEO

An executive coach is not typically an advisor, a problem solver, or a performance corrector. Rather, a coach is someone who helps with self-discovery, Dawn Zier says. In this episode, Zier, an executive leadership coach and board member, and NACD advisor Susan Paley discuss the role of coaches in…

What It Takes to Be a Board Leader

Boards don’t always need a well-known, “rock star” chair; sometimes, individuals who simply possess strong leadership qualities are more successful in the role.  In this episode, board member Virginia Gambale and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore the role of independent chairs. They discuss the dif…

Lessons from Silicon Valley

Building governance from the ground up at early-stage companies is Jack Lazar’s specialty—and his favorite kind of challenge. In this episode, Lazar and NACD advisor Susan Paley explore Lazar’s extensive Silicon Valley career. They also discuss the nuances of private company board service, what it …

The Power of Board Networks

For some directors, networking may feel like a chore. But it can be one of the most valuable practices for deepening governance insights and staying current in the boardroom. In this episode, Katrinka McCallum, a director on the boards of ACI Worldwide and Intrusion, and NACD advisor Susan Paley ex…

Investing in Board Culture

Culture is often described as the “operating system” of an organization. But what role does culture play in the boardroom, and how does it shape the way boards make decisions?    In this episode, Beth Albright, president and CEO of Saidia and a director on the board of the NACD Philadelphia chapter…

Refreshing the Boardroom

Board refreshment may seem like a numbers game at some companies: years served, age reached. But curiosity, not tenure, is a key factor that determines whether a director still contributes effectively. In this episode, Evelyn Dilsaver, a director on the board of Bailard, Health Equity, and Somnigro…

The Art of the Board Exit

Many companies don’t have procedures for offboarding directors. So, how can boards approach a conversation that's often overdue—and uncomfortable? In this episode, Evelyn Dilsaver, a director on the board of Bailard, Health Equity, and Somnigroup International, and NACD advisor Susan Paley unpack d…