I’m sure we’ve all had the experience of driving on a journey without noticing what’s around us (we can’t remember noticing landmarks, direction signs, beautiful views) because we’re preoccupied with our thoughts – about an argument we had a few days ago, a meeting coming up tomorrow, a conference presentation next month. These days, many …
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Conflicts of interest are regularly in the news. Just last week, Lady Butler-Sloss stepped down from leading the independent inquiry into the way public bodies handled child sex abuse claims after just seven days. As a former judge, with previous experience of dealing with abuse cases, Lady Butler-Sloss was the perfect person to lead the …
Questions to Ask Before Joining a Board There is growing recognition of the importance of the role of the Board, both in driving performance and keeping the organisation safe and legal. Boards are putting more effort into checking out potential new directors before bringing them into the boardroom. Directors need to do their homework too …
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This week we were chatting about some of the boards we’re working with. We were teasing out the differences between the inspiring ones and the boards which are struggling. We’re certainly convinced that the Chair has a key role in leading board brilliance – they set the tone and lead by example. We came up …
Everyone reading this will be well aware of the fundamentals of governance – the need for boards to: A well-governed organisation is a joy to be a part of, and getting governance right needn’t be expensive. There are a number of simple, low-cost governance tools that can really make a difference. Did you know you …
Good governance in non-profits Whether we’re buying a new car, booking a holiday, or building a strong board, we tend to conduct a cost-benefit analysis, with varying degrees of formality. In considering the cost of effective governance, we should also think long and hard about the potential costs of ineffective governance – a stressed Chief …
Vision and Values – The Key Foundations of Leading Governance Effective governance needs to be developed by both strong heads and strong hearts. If the Chair, CEO, and board members don’t lead the board and the organisation with strong values, why should anyone else in the organisation do their job in the right way? …
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Why good governance is so important for family businesses Family businesses are the backbone of our economy. They face their own set of problems and opportunities which are often exacerbated and amplified in the arena of a family. It can be hard to separate family and business life, leading to increased stress for everyone. The …
A successful organisation uses the time of its board and staff wisely. Keeping meetings focussed on outcomes is an important way to ensure time is not wasted. This requires careful planning and management before, during and after meetings. What do I need to do to ensure meetings are effective? Given that the bulk of …
We’re often asked if there are any easy fixes for governance. While the process of embedding a positive corporate culture is not quick and requires real investment, there are a number of simple tools which will greatly improve your organisation’s governance. Our top 6 are: 1. A governance calendar Setting all meeting dates for the …
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