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Transferable skills can take you anywhere

Helen Baker, speaker at the recent CGIUKI event 'Building your governance career – Steps to take for success', discusses her alternative pathway into governance and why transferable skills are so important for the governance professional.
4 November 2022
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What are some essential skills for new governance professionals for 2024?

From risk management, AI and soft skills, what skills could be considered essential for governance professionals going into 2024?
12 December 2023
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Ever thought about becoming a mentor?

Find out more about what is involved in becoming a mentor, what support is available and the benefits for those who volunteer.
7 August 2024
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Thinking about a career in governance?

There are many routes into and paths through a governance career.
13 September 2024
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Further education (FE) governance in the spotlight

Last month the government released its white paper on the future of the FE sector. The paper aims to provide FE colleges (corporations) with a new core purpose
8 February 2021
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The Silver Fish for Unobtrusive Service

In this world of being encouraged to leverage our personal brand, we may ask ourselves, how do we find the right balance?
28 October 2020
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The future company secretary: upskilling, automation or coexistence?

‘What lies ahead for the future company secretary?’
8 February 2021
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How to build your network as a governance professional

In this blog, we will explore practical strategies to help you build and nurture your network effectively in the dynamic world of governance, as well as highlighting some of the best networking opportunities for 2024.
16 January 2024
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Top tips for excellence at work

Standing out at work isn’t just what you do, it’s about how you do it.
20 June 2024
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