Given the critical role that boards of directors play, it’s unfortunate to see so many boards struggling with “deadwood.” Then again, losing good people to boredom or indifference becomes somewhat understandable when we witness what actually happens in board meetings. Long, frustrating, unproductive and/or boring meetings—the inspiration behind our video, Got the Boardroom Blues?—have led Continue reading →
Belief # 1: Boards exist to oversee management. Instead, consider: Boards exist to lead on behalf of owners. Belief #2: We improve governance by solving existing problems. Instead, consider: Governance excellence demands a holistic, systemic approach. Belief # 3: We need more of a certain type of person/identifiable group on boards. Instead, consider: All board Continue reading →



