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BoardSource lays out how boards become true allies to their chief executive by building real connection, aligning on purpose, respecting human capacity, and keeping governance disciplines strong. It also offers concrete ways directors act as “wisdom keepers” and bring joy to sustain leaders through demanding work.
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This article provides actionable techniques used by top speakers, such as adopting a strong opening, telling a story, and using body language intentionally. The Profile It highlights how even experienced presenters manage nerves, structure talks around a core idea, and engage listeners through authenticity.
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BoardSource breaks down the five most common board committees and the skills to seek for each seat so your committees actually drive the work. It also recommends keeping standing committees lean and using time‑limited task forces for everything else to keep directors engaged and focused.
For alumni already serving, this helps align your strengths with the right committee and sharpen charters; for those still seeking a match, it shows how to position your expertise to fill a real need on day one.
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BoardSource outlines new data on stagnant nonprofit board diversity and offers five questions to help boards move from talk to action. It also shares practical steps, like using a board matrix and widening recruitment beyond existing networks, to make progress real and measurable.
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Senior editor at Chronicle of Philanthropy, Rasheeda Childress, pens an article that includes practical tips for maintaining the art of civility in conversations. Explore these tips now to prepare for the tough conversations ahead!
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While we work hard to ensure our Black and Latino community voices are represented in nonprofit boardrooms, there is another school of thought which states these programs – and their funding source – are no longer relevant.
This February 6th article from The Chronicle of Philanthropy explores this notion and its impact.
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In a 2020 article, the author lists several benefits of nonprofit committees. Some of the benefits include tapping the individual skills of board members and alleviating board member burnout. If you’d like to learn more . . . read on!
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In a 2020 article, the author lists several very valid reasons why NPO’s should change their notion that 100% board giving is required and is right. The three that stood out most to me were it is culturally insensitive, it’s meaningless and prevents more meaningful engagement, and perpetuates power dynamics. Surely, this is a thought-provoking read!