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The Quality of a Decision -- [ $9.95 ] A unique grading scale you can use to assess the quality of the decisions your board is making, then strive to improve them.
Author: Bill Dann,
Page Length: 2
On Being Prepared -- [ $14.95 ] Coming prepared for a board meeting opens the door for markedly more effective work as a board during the meeting, which in turn impacts the entire organization after the meeting is adjourned. This article outlines the power of being prepared with steps you can take to move your board forward on this issue.
Author: Bill Dann,
Page Length: 4
Methods of Decision-Making -- [ $14.95 ] A discussion on the pros and cons of using majority vote vs consensus in decision-making. Included are steps to complete consensus decision-making for those decisions that warrant this method.
Author: Bill Dann,
Page Length: 3
Evaluating Alternative Solutions -- [ $14.95 ] When there appears more than one solution to a question or problem, this article helps to compare the choices and find the best option. Included is a list of questions for evaluating choices as well as discussion points to solidify the information, making this article a valuable piece to support a key role of boards – decision-making.
Author: Bill Dann,
Page Length: 3
The Need for Committees -- [ $14.95 ] Committees can play a vital and valuable role in carrying out the board’s responsibilities. This article explores the purpose of committees, when to utilize them and the challenges they face.
Author: Bill Dann,
Page Length: 4
The Role of Integrity in Governance -- [ $9.95 ] Integrity within boards and corporations is a hot button issue in the 21st century. This article by Bill Dann explores the role of this attribute for board members, including questions to examine the strength of your own board’s integrity.
Author: William Dann,
Page Length: 3 pages
Board Problems and How to Handle Them -- [ $19.95 ] From members not attending meetings to committees not completing their work, this article discusses and offers solutions to 13 common board problems.
Author: William Dann,
Page Length: 8 pages
The Role of Board Culture -- [ $19.95 ] “All boards have a culture, almost none understand its importance or strive to strengthen it.” The culture of your board impacts everything from retention of members to staff morale, and eventually dictates whether or not you take your organization to the next level. Learn more with this article on Board Culture by Bill Dann.
Author: William Dan,
Page Length: 5 pages
The Structure of the Board to Meet its Responsibilities -- [ $14.95 ] Why have committees? What are by-laws? These questions and others are answered in this look at organizing an effective operating structure for your board.
Author: William Dann,
Page Length: 5 pages
Board Dilemma Expanded -- [ $19.95 ] Maintaining the balance between too much control and too little is the most difficult task the board must manage. In The Board Dilemma Expanded, Bill Dann introduces four key elements of this “dilemma”, the problems they cause and their solutions.
Author: William Dann,
Page Length: 7 pages