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Take on Board

Helga Svendsen
Governance
Board Governance
Palestine
Gaza
Arts and Culture
Organizational Psychology
Non-Profit Sector
Essendon Football Club
Leadership
Sustainability
Risk Management
Board Dynamics
Psychosocial Hazards
Australia
Pomodoro Method
Gender Pay Gap
Workplace Well-Being
Disney
Reputation Management
Brand Management

Welcome to the Take on Board podcast, where we talk all things boards and governance. Being on a board can be interesting, valuable and exciting. Yet it can also be lonely, challenging and hard. Each week I talk to women who have been there, done that. Together we'll discover what we need to take on board to be your best in the boardroom.

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This week on the Take On Board podcast, I’ll be discussing risk and risk appetite statements. This topic has been on my mind because I recently facilitated a workshop with a board focused on their risk appetite.

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Today on the Take On Board podcast, I'm speaking with Daralyse Lyons about non-executive roles and executive director positions. We may even hear the story of why she resigned from a role in which she excelled, and how the board influenced that decis... more

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Happy 2026, Take on Boarders. It is fabulous to be back on the other side. I had a little break. During that period, just a week in Adelaide, between Christmas and New Year, lots of beautiful walks along the Torrens River, catching up with a few of t... more

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Today on the Take on Board podcast, I’m speaking with Linh Do about the Take on Board accelerator program. This is a program I run, and many of you will know that earlier this year, I did a miniseries on the podcast about professional development opt... more

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Recent Guests

Daralyse Lyons
Journalist, author, and Chief Revenue Officer at Bucks County Beacon
Bucks County Beacon
Episode: Staying true to your values in the boardroom with Daralyse Lyons
Linh Do
Chair of the Climate Action Network Australia and AktivAsia, Board member of the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation, and Director of the Wattle Fellowship at the University of Melbourne.
Episode: Summer Series: How Linh Do used the board accelerator to boost her board career outcomes
Candice Deville
AI strategist and founder of AI Co-Pilot with experience in digital transformation and responsible AI adoption.
Episode: Summer Series: AI in the boardroom mini series – Candice DeVille explains what boards should be asking about AI
Dominique Hes
A leader in sustainability and governance, focused on integrating nature into corporate structures
Episode: Nature in the Boardroom: A New Era of Governance with Dominique Hes
Diana Nestorovska
Deputy Chair of South Gippsland Water Corporation, Former Australian diplomat, and governance expert
South Gippsland Water Corporation, Australian Institute of Company Directors
Episode: Managing geopolitical risk in the boardroom with Diana Nestorovska
Moira Junge
Public health advocate, clinical health psychologist, and former registered nurse.
Sleep Health Foundation
Episode: Wake up! Moira Junge wants directors to think about sleep
Giselle McLachlan
Governance and leadership specialist, founder of Grounded
Grounded
Episode: Giselle McLachlan wants to help prepare your boardroom for the future
Ari Magalhaes
A global economist and non-executive director helping organizations navigate disruption
Palliative Care Tasmania, Women's Health Tasmania, Red Nose Australia
Episode: Ari Magalhaes knows business turnarounds and says you can too
Francie Doolan
CEO of Small Giants and governance expert
Small Giants Academy
Episode: Professional development miniseries: Francie Doolan asks do you have the skills to govern in a changing world?

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Helga Vendsen
Host and an advocate for women's leadership, focusing on governance and boardroom issues.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Exceptional Podcast for Directors & Leaders

    Helga is an experienced and insightful trusted guide. Her conversations are richly informed, practically applied and purposeful. Essential listening for directors and leaders.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kel O’C
    Australia6 months ago
  • Gender pay gap

    Very informative session with Emma Rae. Thank you 🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sharonpask
    Australia2 years ago
  • Five Stars for Take On Board!

    Loved the recent Governance summit summary podcasts - super useful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katieunicornstewart
    Australia2 years ago
  • Governance for chicks!

    I’m so enjoying Helga Svendsen’s podcasts ‘Take on Board’. She tackles governance and directorship issues by shining a light on diverse stories, perspectives and insights. As a passionate advocate for women’s leadership at board level, I heartily recommend this for both new and experienced directors.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rifffy
    Australia3 years ago
  • Margot A

    A fabulous podcast that is both insightful and generous with its practical tips and references. An enjoyable and motivating listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Margot Andersen
    Australia4 years ago

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Summer Series: Board composition and effectiveness mini series – Katie Constantinou on onboarding new directors
Q: What key takeaways do you want listeners to have about the onboarding process?
Don't feel overwhelmed by the process; engage with those who have recently undergone it to gather insights.
Summer Series: Board composition and effectiveness mini series – Katie Constantinou on onboarding new directors
Q: Where should we start the conversation about onboarding new directors?
Onboarding should start from when the board identifies the need for new directors, considering what skills are missing and how to attract suitable candidates.
Nature in the Boardroom: A New Era of Governance with Dominique Hes
Q: What are some companies that are leading the way with nature in the boardroom?
Dominique shares insights about various organizations that incorporate nature into their governance and mentions a water authority in the Netherlands as a leading example.
Ari Magalhaes answers all questions about organisational turnarounds
Q: How can boards maintain that commitment and focus, especially in a not-for-profit context where staff are leaving due to change processes?
Have specific milestones and deliverables, ensuring that the vision remains top of mind amidst operational challenges.
Ari Magalhaes answers all questions about organisational turnarounds
Q: When do we name that this is a turnaround? What are the cues?
When there are chronic, systemic issues requiring significant changes in business model or organizational structure.

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2. Linh Do
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