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Do Your CEO’s Interpretations Stand up to this Test?
Boards using Policy Governance are often challenged to determine if a CEO’s interpretation meets the criteria for what is required in an interpretation. One of the tests that I use is to imagine...
Monitoring by Direct Inspection – When, How and Why?
Originally published January 15, 2020 There are three methods that a board can use to monitor the CEO’s compliance with its Ends and Executive Limitations policies. The...
Different Journeys for Different Boards
Originally published October 3, 2024 Recently I drove six hours in one direction to facilitate a workshop and then I drove another six hours home. (You might be wondering – why not fly? That was the...
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Custom On-Site Workshops
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.
Virtual Workshops & Implementation
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.
Webinars
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.
Coaching
Take your board’s performance to the next level. Your coach is just a click away. Coaching provides regular contact, feedback following each board meeting, and just-in-time answers to your questions. Ad hoc coaching for specific issues can also be arranged on request.
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REALBoard Self-Directed Learning™
A self-directed interactive resource to help your board sustain its mastery of the Policy Governance model
REALBoard Tool Kits™
REALBoard Toolkits™ include Meaning Monitoring, Board Self-Evaluation, Connect: A Guide to Ownership Linkage and Future-Focused Agendas.
Books
Governing Membership Associations, A Tale of Two School Boards, Focusing Your Church Board, Governance for Health System Trustees
Policy Governance Games
A fun & challenging, way to enhance Policy Governance learning!!!
More Tools
The Best-Fit Board Member Matrix and Best-Fit Board Builder will help you select and recruit the most suitable members for your board. Our newest tool is the Assessing A Monitoring Report – Quick Start Guide!