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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...
Keeping the Shower Clean

Keeping the Shower Clean

About a year ago I purchased a condo. The previous owner completely renovated the unit and then flipped it to me. Everything was brand new – appliances, flooring, bathroom fixtures – everything. I was bound and determined to keep everything looking as new and fresh as...
Are Your Monitoring Skills Over or Under Par?

Are Your Monitoring Skills Over or Under Par?

Golf is an interesting sport. You head out to play your first round. You’re confident you’ll know what to do once you’ve teed up. After all you’ve been watching PGA and LPGA tournaments for a while. You’ve watched a few You-Tube videos to learn which clubs you need...
Board Improvement Requires Three Outcomes

Board Improvement Requires Three Outcomes

If you serve on a board, you may see your role as limited to supervising and managing the highest-level staff person such as the CEO, Executive Director, or Lead Pastor. But what if your board’s actual job is to shape meaningful futures for those your organization...
Developing Wisdom

Developing Wisdom

Wisdom: the quality of having experience, knowledge, and good judgment  A board can develop wisdom by learning through experience or discipline. But…learning from experience is hit or miss. Learning through experience requires reflection. When was the last time...

Welcome to The Governance Coach™

Policy Governance® Virtual Workshops

Introduction to Policy Governance® start dates:

February 5, 2025 or March 26, 2025

Assessing Monitoring Reports start dates:

February 12, 2025

Registration is limited, so register early!

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