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Optimal Board Delegation

Optimal Board Delegation

In their efforts to provide oversight, so many well-meaning boards unnecessarily handcuff their CEOs. Unfortunately, the results are lost efficiencies and opportunities. Join Richard Stringham as we explore the delegation spectrum and see how so many boards are stuck...
Becoming a High Performance Board

Becoming a High Performance Board

Reposted from August 22, 2017 At one time in my life, I was very involved in coaching education. An important competency for coaches was building high performing teams. It was important not only in team sports but also individual sports where a coach might be leading...
Change or Growth?

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 different.  Almost always, this desire is precipitated by a significant...
Different Journeys for Different Boards

Different Journeys for Different Boards

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 original plan until I realized that it was actually going to take longer than driving.) I wanted a...

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