Board Journey Navigator
Turn self-reflection into strategic action.
Rate yourself across the 12 Cornerstones of Board Readiness to understand the strengths you bring to the boardroom and where to focus your development. Cornerstones like a history of leadership roles and a stellar reputation are mandates for your entrée into the boardroom; others will grow with your dedication to the How Women Lead Board Readiness program.
The questions take about 10–15 minutes. Your answers are saved as you go, so you can leave and return anytime.
Answer all the questions to get your report.
When every question has an answer, your Board Readiness Report opens with your overall readiness score, your highest-scoring cornerstones, and specific ideas to strengthen each cornerstone — starting with the ones where you have the most ground to gain.
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Alignment & Capacity
- 2
Evidence of Leadership Impact
- 3
Governance Acumen
- 4
Understanding the Board Ecosystem
- 5
Financial Literacy
- 6
Clear Value Proposition
- 7
A Strong, Visible Professional Brand
- 8
Stellar Reputation & Executive Presence
- 9
Network of Allies
- 10
Committee Readiness
- 11
Risk Literacy
- 12
Board Interview Readiness