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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? […]
An ancient Chinese proverb declares … “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.“ True. Everything begins somewhere. The boardroom is no different. Ideas, programs, campaigns … all begin with a single step. What is that step? Today’s video reveals a simple, yet profound, answer. Thoughts? Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, […]
Have you ever been tempted to take the path of least resistance when it comes to recruiting board members? I have and, let me tell you, it can be a huge mistake! Law #11 offers a powerful alternative. Check it out here: Can you find ways to apply this strategy to your recruitment process? I […]
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 […]
Many charities consider special events to be a key element in their annual fundraising plan. If you’ve been involved in special event planning or coordination, you probably know how difficult they can be. Unfortunately, they often fail to deliver the success we hope for. The number one pitfall for special fundraising events is inadequate planning and […]
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 […]
Today’s Law makes the connection between basic human nature and boardroom behavior. We love to test the boundaries! Check out the video for an inside peek. Once you know where the boundaries are, your vision will thrive! Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, Consultant, Executive Coach PS: For more detail about “always” and “never” statements, […]
Monday night, I attended KLIFE‘s Victory Celebration as they announced the success of their “Fortify Tomorrow” campaign. What a great night! Their ambitious campaign goal of $3 million was blown out of the water! At the end of February they were still about $400,000 short and the pressure was on. For a little while, anyway. […]
Here’s one fact that can’t be avoided – everything revolves around something. We naturally tend to revolve around people. Check out today’s video for insight into what this means for your organization. Funders fund solutions, not people. It’s important to consider what (or who) your board revolves around. Your friend, Kent Stroman Speaker, Author, Consultant, […]