Discover the Practical Steps to build a Portfolio Career
Knowing when and where to take the next step for your Executive career is no longer a straightforward decision. The Executive Transitions program provides practical steps to building a sustainable board level career.
A Message from Louise Broekman, Advisory Board Centre Founder & CEO
Advisory Board Professional Development Pathways
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Insights from the Mentor Panel
Before we begin...Why are you here?
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A Disciplined & Supported Approach
Discipline - A Foundation to Your Transition
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Understanding Your Options
Exploring Your Options - Insights from the Mentor Panel
Preparing Yourself
Understanding Your Choices
Understanding the Services Sector
Role Clarity
Ethical Boundaries of Engagement
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Understanding Your Market
Your Market
Your Top 3
Your Market Map
Activating Your Portfolio
Your Personal Value and Brand - Insights from the Mentor Panel
Marketing Yourself - Creating Brand ME
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Setting Up a Portfolio Career
Setting Up Your Portfolio - Insights from the Mentor Panel
Getting Organised
Personal 90 Day Plan
Congratulations!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a portfolio or board career?
A portfolio career, also know as a board career, is when an individual pursues more than one source of income/ engagement simultaneously.
Usually the individual applies their various skills to different types of work from consulting to advisory board roles, governance board work or projects/part-time work, creating a diverse portfolio of work and income streams.
Is this program right for me?
For many professionals, a portfolio career is an attractive option. It can provide flexibility, variety, autonomy and earning capacity.
This program is designed for professionals who are considering a portfolio career or have recently started their journey. It is valuable for anyone in a period of transition, including those that may also be seeking to return to work in a full time, interim or project based capacity.
How long does the program take?
Your time commitment to complete the program will largely be guided by how you want to leverage the tools and activity resources. We recommend 6-12 hours, including time for watching the videos, reading the materials, completing the activities and reflection. The program assist you in building a personal action plan to be executed over a 3 - 12 month period.
Is the program eligible for Continuing Professional Development?
The Advisory Board Centre courses and programs may count towards continuing professional development/education (CPD/CPE) requirements for members of professional associations.
The Executive Transitions to a Portfolio Career program is equivalent to 4 hours CPD.
How long will I have to access the program?
You will have 30 days access to the online program from commencement. You will be able to download the program resources for ongoing use and review.
Will I need to buy anything else to get value from this program?
No. This is not a lead in sales tool or a gimmick to sell you something else. We speak with 1000's of professionals each year that are evaluating their options and are seeking independent advice in a sales & pitch free environment. This program is designed to share a practical pathway with you to evaluate and plan your next steps for the future.
I have more questions....who should I ask?
Please contact us at con[email protected] for a confidential discussion.
Can I get a refund on my program registration?
The nominal fee for the Executive Transitions program covers the program hosting and transaction costs. Upon registration you will have full and immediate access to the entire program including learning materials and resources. We do not offer refunds, however we fully back all of our programs. If you have a question or concern, please contact us at [email protected].
Your Program Facilitator
Founder & CEO
Louise Broekman
Louise is an award-winning entrepreneur, researcher and business advisor. Louise has received recognition from industry and government at a local and national level for her contribution to the Australian business sector. In 2005, Louise established an advisory board for her own business which has provided her with first hand experience in how a well-run advisory board can positively impact CEOs. Since 2012, Louise has served as Chair of many commercial advisory boards. She is an in-demand speaker and is regularly called upon as the leading voice for advisory boards in the Asia-Pacific region.
Is this program right for me?
Hear what previous program participant say.
5 star rating
What am I doing here? It's definitely clearer to me now.
Sharyn Csanki
The exercises showed me that I actually have clarity about what I would like to do. And also how much I have to learn and do to minimise the risks. I had not...
The exercises showed me that I actually have clarity about what I would like to do. And also how much I have to learn and do to minimise the risks. I had not really thought of my goals in this way before in depth.
A well paced, comprehensive and practical kick start program. The content is succinct, with laser focus on what a transitioning executive may need. Presentat...
A well paced, comprehensive and practical kick start program. The content is succinct, with laser focus on what a transitioning executive may need. Presentation is professional, yet comfortably personable and life like, with a down to earth mentor panel and a genuinely engaging facilitator.