how do I not fail accg30directors of the company or body are accustomed to act in accordance with the persons instructions or wishes. (shadow director) (shows influence over a real director) - De facto directors (s9 (b)(1)) Need not be officially appointed: the test is whether they were acting in the position of a director Substantially influence the management of the company or the conduct of directors (may have resigned: the test is whether the tasks they performed