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All of us, regardless of our line of work, ask for help on a daily basis: “Would you consider a gift?” “Would you join our board?” “Would you attend our event?” And all of us, regardless of our line of work, become frustrated when people don’t respond. My friend Bob Tiede is an expert […]
Labor Day is behind us and we’re now in recruitment season! Selecting the right people is vital to creating an effective, impactful board. Despite this reality, we often fail to spend enough time listening to prospective board members to get a sense of their fit. Ask these questions to discern whether your prospects have a […]
It’s easy to get trapped into thinking we need to pursue everything within our reach . . . or simply give up and do nothing at all. Yikes! I find that I’m at my best when I’m somewhere in the middle. Your board is no different. Law #16 highlights a key element for productive, intentional […]
Every time I find high level dysfunction in an organization, it revolves around role confusion in the boardroom. Every time? Yes – without fail! My phone rings and an anxious voice on the other end says, “Kent, I need your help!” “What’s up?” I ask.Board members lament that the CEO isn’t doing her job. CEOs […]
“Are you busy?” I hear that question a lot. You probably do too. But why is that our focus? Law #15 is The Law of the Prize. Watch it here: What do you celebrate? Activity? Or results? Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, Consultant, Executive Coach PS: A board retreat is a great way to […]
Think back to your last board meeting. Were multiple viewpoints and opinions expressed during the meeting, or was the conversation steered by just a few? Law #14 is all about creating a culture of divergent thinking. Watch here: If every voice is not being heard, something in your boardroom is not working like it should. […]
There’s power in the word “no.” Here’s a fact: no one (and no board) can do everything. In fact, Law #13 is all about the importance of deciding what NOT to do. Check this out: What needs to be removed from your boardroom so you can stop chasing good enough and instead pursue what’s great? […]
Have you ever found yourself at a loss when it came time to elect a new board chair? I have and it can really be unsettling! A simple misstep in this area can set the organization up for a crisis of leadership. Conversely, check out Law #9. The Law of Unending Supply offers a practical, […]
Ever notice how easy it is to become distracted by past failures or missteps? This is true for us personally, and also within our organizations. Law #8 provides a welcome alternative. Watch today’s video. Is your board energized with a clear vision of a bright future? Or distracted by regrets of past mistakes? Take definitive […]
Today’s Law reveals how to maximize your boardroom effectiveness. An effective board is an efficient board. Here’s today’s video . . . If your board gets bogged down in the mundane, implement Law #5 to swing the focus back where it belongs. Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, Consultant, Executive Coach PS: Check out this […]