It may seem pedantic but the question of whether a Board is a ‘team’ or a ‘group’ is a profound one and has ramifications that are far-reaching. Over the years we have watched this embracing of Board teaming, shift an organisation’s effectiveness, so here’s our checklist of nine criteria. Perhaps you can reflect on your […]
Your Board is a team, and that definition matters… Read More »
Why is awareness of personal purpose critical for board directors? How does purpose support and get in the way of social purpose organisations’ effectiveness? What is #theoryofchange and how as a #BoardDirector, can you spot when your Theory of change needs attention? These were some of the topics of our dynamic seminar with the Melbourne cohort of Board
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This year we embarked on a relationship with The Observership Program as one of their delivery partners. If you haven’t heard of The Observership Program, then it’s worth checking them out. They connect emerging leaders from all walks of life with for-purpose Boards. The ‘Observers’ join the Board for a year, delivering as much value
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Are you a Board or Leadership Team thinking about your budget? If you are, there’s a decent chance you’re looking at a deficit budget now or down the line. If you’re like most of the sector you’re striving to achieve a balanced or small surplus – it reduces risk and ensures sustainability. It is informed
Should you be making the case for an Investment Budget? Read More »
James Toomey here gives is sage and balanced explanation of how funding, measurement tracking and culture interlink in a way that supports or constrains innovation in the sector is powerful and insightful. Manage risk, governance and agility in a changing context.
Podcast with James Toomey: Sustaining innovation in a complex context Read More »
In late 2017 had the pleasure of interviewing Michael Traill AM for one of our Podcasts. Amongst other things, Michael talks convincingly about the role of the Board and Chair in relation to the CEO. Like all good conversations, our exchange refined my own thinking and experience. Here are our 6 powerful questions to reflect
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