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A Career Path No One Talks About: Non-Exec Director at 32 | Jade Dudley

Grow your career by leveraging your corporate role to become a Non-Executive Director (NED). In this episode of The Adaptive Times, Jade Dudley reveals how she leveraged her Google role to join a Board at such a young age. She shares actionable tips on building your CV, executive presence and networking. Think you're too young for a Board seat? Think again. Most people believe you need C-Suite experience or 40 years of work history to join a board. Jade shatters that myth. She breaks down the exact steps she took to translate her operational skills into board-level value, all while navigating a demanding career in tech. In this episode, we cover: 🚀 The "Age" Myth: Why boards are desperately looking for younger perspectives (and how to position yourself). 💼 The Google Advantage: How to leverage your current corporate role to build board credibility. 📝 The NED CV: Specific changes Jade made to her resume to get noticed by recruiters. 🤝 Networking Strategy: How to find opportunities that aren't advertised. 🧠 Mindset Shift: Moving from "doing the work" to "guiding the strategy." Whether you are facing a mid-career crisis, looking for a career pivot, or just want to future-proof your leadership skills, this conversation is for you. This episode is packed with actionable tips for anyone looking to navigate their career in corporate while branching out into fulfilling side roles. Start your journey to the boardroom today! --- 00:00 Intro 01:49 Jade's Career at Google & Ambitions 03:08 What Is a Non-Executive Director Role 10:52 Building Confidence and Executive Presence 17:31 How a NED Role Has Helped Jade in Her Core Job 19:43 Networking and Adding Value 22:12 Being a NED in Football Clubs 25:09 How To Pick the Right NED Role For You 28:27 Content Creators and Marketing Chat 32:10 Building a Board CV and Finding Roles 36:49 Navigating Board Interviews and Culture 40:00 Setting Goals and Accountability