A strong partnership between the chief executive and board chair is essential to leading an effective organization. When the relationship goes awry, it’s often due to confusion over individual responsibilities. This infographic is designed to help delineate who does what.
There are no perfect boards, but, according to Leading with Intent: 2017 National Index of Nonprofit Board Practices, boards that regularly assess their performance perform better on their core responsibilities. Who doesn’t want that? Before beginning an assessment, however, it is essential to fully understand the process. This resource outlines the Why, When, Who, How, and What.
Teamwork — so goes the saying — makes the dream work. Board work is, fundamentally, a collective effort, and it requires a unique kind of teamwork among members. But getting a board to function as a highly effective team is not easy. In this resource, BoardSource presents eight-plus tactics you can utilize to increase your board’s ability to collaborate and work as a team.
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