Susan Mogensen 
March 17, 2018Ends in Policy Governance is a three-fold concept. Ends policies must answer these three questions at least at the broadest level of policy: what benefit? For whom? At what worth? Sometimes the “at what worth” concept is misunderstood or neglected but it’s a very important component of Ends and demands serious consideration by the board. Continue reading →
Susan Mogensen October 27, 2017I often get asked, “How do boards using Policy Governance do strategic planning?” Policy Governance principles provide clarity around who is accountable for which of the many elements traditionally contained within a strategic plan. In a nutshell, the board initiates the process at the broadest, most strategic level, delegates the accomplishment of its direction, and Continue reading →
Susan Mogensen November 1, 2014It is more important to know where you are going than to get there quickly. Do not mistake activity for achievement. – Mabel Newcomber Have you ever noticed that people and organizations seem very busy, but being busy never seems to guarantee that a lot is being accomplished? If you’d like to see your organization transition Continue reading →
