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Word Smith & Word Smart
*Originally published February 14, 2017 I draft a lot of documents – reports, articles like this one, policies, memos, letters, bylaws, social media posts, etc. If you write a lot, it is easy to get...
Board Monitoring Masterclass: From Subjective Reports to Measurable Outcomes
This Governance Masterclass with Richard Stringham, GSP, demonstrates how boards can effectively monitor policies that seem "unmonitorable." Using a real-world example, the video walks through the...
Change or Growth?
(Originally published May 13, 2021) Every now and then, I run into a board that has been using Policy Governance®, often for some time, and decides it wants a “change” – just to try something...
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Tailored to meet your board’s specific needs. We start where you are. From introduction of Policy Governance to achieving mastery and optimizing its value, we’re there to walk with you on the journey.
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Can’t travel right now? Travel costs prohibitive? We can introduce you to Policy Governance and facilitate your implementation virtually, using a combination of on-line course material and live virtual interaction with one of our consultants.
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Expand your knowledge of Policy Governance from the comfort of your desk. Two impactful webinar series: Behind The Scenes of Policy Governance and Board Chair Forum.
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Governing Membership Associations, A Tale of Two School Boards, Focusing Your Church Board, Governance for Health System Trustees
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A fun & challenging, way to enhance Policy Governance learning!!!
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