Welcome back to From Your Seat to the Board!
In this conversation, we talk to the wonderful Yemi Jackson on the critical issues surrounding leadership diversity, particularly the lack of women and people of color in boardrooms.
Yemi shares her journey in establishing Engage Transform, an executive search company designed specifically to bridge this gap. We explore the importance of challenging the status quo in board meetings, how coaching women to prepare them for board roles stops them from being a "diverse hire", and the significance of assessing organisational culture to ensure a safe environment for diverse hires.
Yemi also provides practical tips for aspiring board members, emphasising the importance of critical thinking, relationship building, and understanding the broader organizational impact of decisions.
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You're going to LOVE it. So, settle in, grab a pen and paper, and get ready to take notes as Yemi shares her top tips.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone sitting on a Board, considering a Board seat or curious about what it takes to get there.
You can find Yemi at Engage Transform Have something to share of your own? I'd love to hear from you!
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