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...
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...
by Tom Okarma | Jun 6, 2013 | Blog, Board Development, Governance, Leadership
Who’s responsibility is it to fix a weak nonprofit board that no longer adds value, when the organization’s needs exceed what the current board can provide? Who’s job is it to be sure the organization has the right board composition to take the...
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...
by Tom Okarma | May 15, 2013 | Blog, Leadership
Most nonprofit leaders share many traits: passion for the mission, effective communication skills to “tell the story”, a cadre of devoted volunteers and leadership team, and an awareness of the need to always be looking for new ways to raise revenue. Well,...
