“What is the #1 reason your members do not have success with your program?”

This was a question recently asked of me by a prospective member, and it was a excellent question at that. My answer to her was, “Because they don’t do the work.” I also added, “It takes more than a credit card to get you on a corporate board. You cannot just join an organization and expect to be handed a seat at the table because you paid the membership fee. When you join WIB, not only do you have access to our expertise but a roadmap that guides you to a corporate board seat. Our program works differently for everyone and depends on individual needs and wants. So think of it this way, you are the driver and we are your GPS.”

Her question prompted me to recall a few things I have heard over the years – they really are excuses and are either being told to me or to themselves. They can be, and are, debilitating. My hope is that sharing these will help those who can relate to push forward. 

Read the excuses that Women in the Boardroom CEO & Founder Sheila Ronning often hears, and how you can overcome them, here.

A board director is needed for a specialty paper manufacturing company. This position closes on 1/28 and VIP Members are welcome to apply. Please email us with questions or for more information.