Have you ever wondered why are some board members not engaged or even showing up to your meetings? Board meetings are a necessity for nonprofit organizations, but too often they can be boring, dry, and uninspiring.
They don’t have to be.
Board meetings can be an effective way to engage key volunteers, nurturing their desire to help your organization achieve its goals. After all, that’s what led them to join your board in the first place.
Boards generally face three challenges:
Consider implementing these best practices:
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The Board Chair plays a crucial role in facilitating the board meeting and ensuring its effectiveness. They act as the conductor of the orchestra, guiding the discussion, fostering engagement, and creating an environment where all board members can contribute meaningfully.
Board Chairs should:
Ultimately, whether a board meeting is boring or engaging depends on the effort put into its design and execution. The same agenda, meeting after meeting, won’t yield different results. By working with these best practices, you can create a more engaging, productive, and ultimately more valuable board meeting experience.
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THIS MONTH'S FOCUS
Everyone can grow in their leadership, whether they are leading an organization, team or family. This month, we're sharing the lessons we've learned along the way to help you be a better leader. Share your own learnings in the comments!