The Truth About Joining A Board | Grit in the Boardroom
- May 28, 2026
- 1:10
- Short
In this episode of Grit in the Boardroom, Erika Eliasson-Norris sits down with Nneka Abulokwe OBE - a FTSE and Private Equity board veteran, digital change expert, and leading voice on ESG. Together, they pull back the curtain on why board effectiveness relies on absolute intimacy with your organisation, not cold distance from it.
Brief Summary
New board members should focus on relationships and self-compassion in their first 90 days.
Key points
- Navigating Board Membership. Joining a board can be daunting, especially for first-timers. It's important to be kind to yourself during this transition.
