Workbook
Succession planning: An investment in leadership continuity and success
Boards that tackle the succession process support seamless change and continuity
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ARTICLES
Practical Matters
The Role of the Board Chair
Teacher, consensus-builder, shepherd, referee — the board's leader wears many hats.
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Conflict-free Governance
Boards can champion ethical decision-making by developing a conflict-of-interest policy
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Getting Off to a Good Start
Orientation and mentoring for new trustees helps them and the organization to succeed
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Habits of Successful Boards
Embracing five leadership practices can improve governance decision-making and performance.
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Built on Trust
Mutual respect, candid communication and shared goals yield positive board-CEO relationships
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Aligned for Growth
Quality shouldn't just be the top item on the agenda, it should inform the entire meeting
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Governance Never Events
Trustees must guard against leadership failures that can irreparably damage a hospital's future
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Tomorrow's Board Leaders
Board succession planning can bring better qualified and committed candidates to the table
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The Art of Conversation
The full board and staff share responsibility for generating meaningful meeting discussions
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Committing to Excellence
Using standard criteria to assess board member and chair performance leads to better governance
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The Supporting Cast
Strong, focused committees and task forces are essential to overall governance excellence
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Building Knowledge Capital
Deliberate, ongoing board education is essential for informed decisions and leadership excellence
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Feature
Dangerous Board Diseases
Prevent and cure common governance ailments with these practical prescriptions.
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