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Experts agree: Sitting on an external company board is pivotal to advancing your career. Finding one to become part of, however, is easier said than done. Here are the top tried-and-true methods that experts say will eventually get you that coveted seat at the table.
- Make a name for yourself in a given area of expertise. Give lectures, join panel discussions, speak at industry conferences.
- Offer your user expertise to a vendor.
- Consider a seat on a nonprofit -- even if it's not related to IT.
- Let people know you're in the market for a seat.
- Be willing to make a time commitment.
- Solicit advice from your own board of directors.
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