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Why Your NP Board Gets Nothing Done

Why Your NP Board Gets Nothing Done

by Tom Okarma | Aug 7, 2013 | Blog, Board Development, Leadership

I talk to a lot of board members and board chairs in my travels and one complaint I hear quite often, is “We just don’t seem to get anything done. How can we make progress during our term in office?” I get this a lot! Sound like your board? Directors...
Transform Your Nonprofit Board-Part-3 of 3

Transform Your Nonprofit Board-Part-3 of 3

by Tom Okarma | Jul 2, 2013 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership

We are in a discussion of how to improve your nonprofit board’s impact and execution through four transformational practices. So far, we’ve discussed: Consistency: how a Board Policy Manual, a strategic plan, and thoughtful board make-up can build in...
Transform Your Nonprofit Board-Part-3 of 3

Transform Your Nonprofit Board-Pt. 2

by Tom Okarma | Jun 26, 2013 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership

Last time, I identified four keys to transforming your board through authentic leadership. They are: Consistency, communication, execution, and accountability. I discussed consistency last week. This week, I’ll cover communication and execution. Keys to...
Transform Your Nonprofit Board-Part-3 of 3

Transform Your Nonprofit Board–Pt. 1

by Tom Okarma | Jun 17, 2013 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership

Some might think it is easy for ministry boards to provide authentic leadership to their organizations. Consider: we all work for the same owner — God, we all share the same ultimate purpose — building God’s Kingdom here on earth for all eternity, and we...
Authentic Board Service is Messy

Authentic Board Service is Messy

by Tom Okarma | May 21, 2013 | Blog, Leadership, Strategic Planning

Board candidates and directors want to serve on boards that make an impact but not all of them are willing to pay the price to either exercise, or follow, authentic leadership to do so. And, unless you provide challenging and meaningful board experiences to your...
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