Here's how to improve your shot at landing a board seat:1 Enhance your Credentials

Wait for a big promotion or award, or serve on a charitable board before starting your search2 Network

Put out word of your interest to professionals and directors who may have the inside track on open slots3 Target your Search

Concentrate on companies where your skills or knowledge of a particular industry would be a good fit4 Call a Headhunter

Seek out search firms retained to fill vacancies or with programs to find candidates who have never been a director