Securing a Board Seat: What You Need to Do (and Know) Beforehand with Jocelyn Moore

Apr 4, 2024

Startup Advisor and C-Suite Strategist Jocelyn Moore discusses how to secure a board seat and highlights the importance of human connection. She shares her journey from the U.S. Senate to the NFL executives, emphasizing the need to consider factors before accepting board responsibilities. Moore provides tips on getting on a board, transitioning to consulting, and the power of inclusive networks.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Setting the Stage for a Purposeful Conversation

02:11 • 2min

Journey from Student Politics to Boardroom

04:01 • 21min

Building Meaningful Relationships and Networking

25:09 • 3min

From Boards to Broadway: A Diverse Journey

27:52 • 5min

Maximizing Opportunities Through Networking

33:17 • 5min

Embracing Connections and Stepping out of Comfort Zones

37:55 • 7min

Ever wondered what it's like to sit on a board?

Or, better yet, where to even begin when you're interested in serving on one? Well, wonder no more because Jocelyn Moore is here to share her own personal insights when it comes to all things boards.

Jocelyn is a Startup Advisor, and C-Suite Strategist, and check it… she left a role in the U.S. Senate for an unexpected (and pretty-freaking-phenomenal) opportunity with NFL executives.

In this episode, you’ll get insider tips on how to secure a board seat and what factors you should consider before accepting boardroom responsibilities.

But that's not all. This episode isn't just about the board room; it's about the power of human connection and the potential of genuine relationships.

Click play to hear all of this and…

(00:01:44) The journey that led to Jocelyn's role as a startup advisor, C-suite strategist, and reputation builder.

(00:05:43) What Jocelyn learned working in the Senate.

(00:12:22) Jocelyn's (unexpected) opportunity to join the executives at the NFL.

(00:17:27) What it means and what it’s like to sit on a board and the role it plays in corporate entities.

(00:18:57) What to do if you’re interested in serving on a board.

(00:23:25) What you should know BEFORE taking a board seat.

(00:25:38) The best (of many) ways to get on a board.

(00:28:30) Jocelyn's transition from being a board director to starting her own consulting and real estate businesses.

(00:31:48)The importance of inclusive networks and how they can open new doors.

(00:33:15) Advice on leveraging existing networks for career growth.

(00:43:05) The importance of genuine human connections when networking.

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