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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 […]
We did it! We’ve covered all 17 Laws of the Intentional Board™. Today I’m ending the series with a summary and a challenge. Watch it now: I hope you’ve enjoyed these short videos. I truly believe the 17 Laws will transform ineffective, inefficient boards into powerhouses of purpose. I’ve seen it with my own eyes! […]
We’ve finally arrived at Law #17 – whew! (Only one more video remains in this series.) Most of the important adjustments necessary to our success don’t involve huge, drastic shifts. Instead, a small change – applied over a longer period of time – will bring the results we desire. I find this to be true […]
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? […]
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 […]