Six On Demand Episodes
Episode 6: Management, Accountability & Your Complete Board Meeting Toolkit
Effective boards thrive on a culture of continuous accountability, where board members lead by example. Governance expert, Giselle McLachlan shares her expertise on improving boards through accountability and measurement.
Learn how to set clear goals and KPIs that align with organisational strategy, and create shared responsibility between the board and management in tracking performance.
Episode 5: Creating effective board minutes
Join experienced board secretary Jen Butler as she explains why well-crafted minutes are vital for accountability, legal compliance, and future decision-making. Learn best practices for minute-taking, managing conflicts of interest, and how BoardPro can help you organise and distribute minutes efficiently.
Episode 4: Getting directors engaged in your board meetings
This episode features Fiona McKenzie, a conflict and negotiation specialist, who emphasises the need for directors to transition from passive observers to active contributors.
This episode provides actionable strategies to create a collaborative environment, encouraging dissent and open communication.
Transform your boardroom into a space where directors feel invested and engaged.
Episode 3: Board packs made easy
Experienced board secretary, Dauniika McLean shares her expertise on creating effective board packs, emphasising prior preparation, clear document submission expectations, and practical streamlining tools like quality checks and secure distribution. She highlights their strategic role in governance and decision-making, advocating for board software like BoardPro to simplify management and improve meeting effectiveness.
Episode 2: How to prepare and write your board papers
Well-written board papers are crucial for decision-making and showcasing your expertise. Governance expert, Julie Garland McLellan shares her experience on crafting effective board papers, emphasising their critical role in good governance. Julie advocates for clarity, conciseness, and strategic focus. And also offers practical tips to enhance the quality of your board papers.
Episode 1: Develop a strategic vision and board agenda
Steven Bowman shares practical insights on how to structure effective meetings, prioritise strategic items, and utilise vision statements to guide decision-making. The session highlights the need for clear communication and focused discussions, using tools like briefing notes and consent agendas. Steven also introduces a strategic agenda template to streamline the process for board members.
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