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Modern Governance Approach to Better Board Decision-Making

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Decisions, decisions — they’re part of governance, leadership, and life. According to Bridgespan , effective decision-making processes are among the top factors that enable effective board leadership. Modern governance makes that easier. In fact, effective decision-making is a key indicator of board effectiveness.

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Modern Governance Approach to Ensuring Board Effectiveness

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The professionals supporting board operations serve as indispensable guides to good governance. And part of that, today, means getting board members to think about how the digital age is changing the way we approach governance. Technology opens up the opportunity to engage more — and differently — in the work we’re doing.”.

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Top Tips for Effective Higher Education Board Meetings: Before and After

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While board meetings often receive significant attention, the essence of effective governance goes beyond the confines of the board table.   Preparation starts with the collection and distribution of financials, reports and any other materials that should be reviewed prior to your higher education board meeting.

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Tips for Effective Nonprofit Healthcare Board Meetings: Before and After

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While board meetings often receive significant attention, the essence of effective governance goes beyond the confines of the board table.  Preparation starts with the collection and distribution of financials, reports and any other materials that should be reviewed prior to your healthcare board meeting.

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Why Transparency on ESG Matters for Nonprofits

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A growing number of people are deciding where to put their time, money and energy based not only on the goals of a nonprofit, but also its commitment to environmental sustainability, leadership, employee diversity and other social responsibility issues. An organization with a social justice mission only has white men in leadership positions.

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15 Unexpected Costs of Cutting Your Nonprofit Board Portal Software

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Insecure Internal Communication If board members are using non-secure communication tools such as email or messenger apps, there’s the potential for sensitive information to be distributed where it shouldn’t be. Your board management solution helps your nonprofit stay on top of its governance, efficiency, risk, compliance and transparency.

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Board Evaluations: The Complete Guide for Nonprofits

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Best practices for governance suggest that boards, including nonprofit boards, should do nonprofit board evaluations every year. The results of your annual board evaluation should provide a foundation for rich discussions about good governance and the path moving forward. This is the key to improving your performance every year.