by Brenda | May 31, 2013 | Conflict Resolution and Mediation
Introduction Can any person facilitate discussions or does a facilitator need special skills? Some people think that anyone can facilitate discussions. This article contends that this assumption is not true. Not-for-profit, public sector, professional organization,...
by Brenda | May 26, 2013 | Executive Leadership and Board Governance
Introduction Recently, an article in Forbes indicates that when boards of directors were asked to rank the top weaknesses of their CEO two reasons tied for first place. These were mentoring skills, and board...
by Brenda | May 24, 2013 | Executive Leadership and Board Governance
Introduction When any entity hires a Strategic Planning Facilitator, it makes certain assumptions. These assumptions can help or hinder the acheivement of the board’s desired outcome. Thererfore, it is essential to consider what the board believes and weight...
by Brenda | May 8, 2013 | Executive Leadership and Board Governance
Introduction Lately, I have heard so many stories relating how board members’ personal agendas are diverting their boards’ attention away from their governance roles. This article will examine three stories and provide suggestions to improve each situation. 1: The...
by Brenda | Apr 24, 2013 | Executive Leadership and Board Governance
Introduction There are a variety of mechanisms used to select board members. Certain boards elect their members, others rely on a combination of appointed and elected members and many appoint board members. The latter is the focus of this article. More specifically,...
