Maryann Bruce, one of Directors & Boards' "Directors to Watch 2017", advises that while expertise is the most important quality that boards are looking for, you should cultivate other areas as well. Those include:

1. Integrity and accountability - Demonstrate high ethical standards & integrity in your professional and personal life.

2. Strong communication skills - One of the most appreciated qualities in board directors is the ability to communicate your points of view in a compelling & persuasive manner, & to disagree without being disagreeable. Clear communication & respectful dialogue are essential.

3. Courage - Be willing to be different, step forward, speak out & voice your opinion, even if your advice runs counter to conventional wisdom.

*Stay tuned for more tips from Maryann Bruce in next month's newsletter. 

It can be difficult to be a woman, especially in the workplace. According to Fortune Magazine, one out of two women have experienced sexual harassment at work. Sadly, only half of the reported instances in the U.S. lead to charges being filed. What is even more alarming is that 75% of women who pressed charges were retaliated against. With sexual harassment coming to a head in the media, we can all see the negative effect that harassment brings to those who have been victim to it. Read more here...

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