Tag: governance discipline
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Board Governance News Today: Does a Smaller Board Mean Better Governance?
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in Blog, board governance, Board governance book, board governance for nonprofits, Board Governance Manual, board governance news, Board Governance Training, consulting for nonprofit organizations, General entries, nonprofit consultant, nonprofit consulting, Nonprofit Leadership Training, Nonprofit news, TopsA smaller board may improve coordination and efficiency, but size alone does not guarantee better governance. This article explores what truly makes a board effective, including composition, role clarity, representation, accountability, and decision-making.
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What Should a Nonprofit Board Measure? From Activity to Outcomes
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in Blog, board governance, Board governance book, board governance for nonprofits, Board Governance Manual, board governance news, Board Governance Training, consulting for nonprofit organizations, General entries, nonprofit consultant, nonprofit consulting, Nonprofit Leadership Training, Nonprofit newsA nonprofit board can review countless reports and still miss the most important question: Are we creating the change our organization exists to achieve? This article explores how boards can move beyond measuring activities and focus on Outcomes, Results, Assets, Investment, and accountability—using information that helps them govern effectively without stepping into management.