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Are you following recommended governance practices?

The nonprofit boards best equipped to lead their organizations are self-aware, function in a constructive partnership with their chief executives, and are committed to continually improving their performance. Does this sound like your board? Or do you experience challenges in these areas like many nonprofits do?

This easily downloadable six-page resource is a 'cheat sheet' on the basics. BoardSouce's Recommended Governance Practices were intentionally designed to be a quick go-to resource for nonprofit leaders.

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Don't let your CEO fail

The consequences of failing to assess the chief executive can lead to mistrust, strained working relationships, ongoing poor performance, and even turnover. 

Board Members: Are you doing an annual assessment so your chief executive has the opportunity to receive the needed insight into his or her strengths, limitations, and overall performance?

CEOs: Does your board acknowledge your strengths and help support your development in areas where you may need more guidance?

This one-page graphical resource details the six core competencies of the CEO that need to be assessed on an annual basis. Holding the chief executive accountable is a very critical board role.

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Good governance, not management

Does it sometimes seem like board members overstep their responsibility? The line between governance and management can become blurred without clear reporting guidelines and deliberate clarification of roles. Learn why some boards micromanage and what the CEO can do to prevent this from happening in the future in this two-page resource.

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WEBINAR 101

Oversight: Release Control to Empower Success

March 24, 2016
3:00 - 4:00pm ET
Members $0 | Nonmembers $35

The board has a fiduciary responsibility for oversight of the organization. Staff and key committees or workgroups have the responsibility to implement strategies that further the organization's mission. Are these conflicting or complementary responsibilities? What are some tools and techniques to allow the board to exercise the oversight necessary and yet release control to working groups and staff to further the mission of the organization? Two highly respected sector leaders — a practitioner and an academic — will present their research findings and explore concepts around trust and control. Register now >>>

 

 

WEBINAR 201

Does Your Board Know Your Model for Impact?

March 31, 2016
2:00 - 3:00pm ET
Members $0 | Nonmembers $75

A fundamental board responsibility is to steward the organization’s business model to create the greatest mission impact while also generating sufficient financial resources. Most organizations operate in is a volatile environment with uncertain resources, complex and overwhelming client needs, and dynamic community changes. To be successful, the responsibility of the board must move beyond reviewing past financial reports and planning an upcoming fundraising event. Effective organizations understand how they create and sustain value by developing tools to support learning and adaptation. Register now >>>

 
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Next week...

In partnership with NPQ, BoardSource sent a survey asking nonprofit leaders about their concerns on the state of the sector in 2016. We’ll be revealing those findings next week on the BoardSource blog – and one thing they told us may surprise you. 

 


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