When it comes to board meetings, this is one of the fastest ways to make me nuts. I'm begging you....please don't. Let’s think about why you have board meetings: * To build relationships amongst board members so they work well together * To focus their attention on the most important priorities of the organization * [...]
That’s right – it’s possible to conduct energetic orientations that inspire your new members! A common concern among nonprofit CEOs is how to conduct an effective orientation for new board members. Understand something: a one-time orientation session isn’t the solution alone. A year-long onboarding plan needs to be in place. For now, let’s start at [...]
What's all the fuss about? Would it really be so bad to do away these boards? I mean, they're kind of a lot to handle, right? I started this blog nine years ago. This post is the 4th one I wrote back then. And after a recent conversation with a nonprofit CEO who was grousing [...]
You’re working hard to support your board and manage their work. You prepare for meetings. You teach them how to fundraise. You encourage their strategic discussions. You know their kids. And how do you know if it’s working? Is your board effective? Do they feel engaged in the right ways? If you follow best practices, [...]
As I review current trends for nonprofits, I can’t help but notice what’s going on with boards now. We’ve discovered a lot about nonprofit boards in the past year. Some of you have shared issues like this: Your boards don’t have the right players anymore. What you needed in the past has shifted. [...]
Instead of the usual get together at a favorite watering hole or a board member’s home, here we are. Highest surge of the pandemic yet and unable to safely mingle in person. That doesn’t mean you cancel your holiday celebration though! Mindset matters. Your board needs a break and what better way to build camaraderie [...]