Resource allocation and managing stakeholder expectations becomes more and more of a challenge the more senior you get. When I first started working with board members, what I realised was that rather than delivering one end product at a board meeting, it was far more valuable to both sides to touch base regularly. Set up regular meetings where you share work in progress. This allows you to make sure you're on the right path and get their feedback. It also gives you an opportunity to share your limitations. They may not need as much as they asked for, but if you deliver the wrong thing right at the end without having discussed first, it causes angst and wastes even more time!

From my experience working with senior management, I have found that it is very important to communicate and be clear about your resources when you have a limited budget. -Establish a detailed budget and clearly explain what they can expect. - Try to minimize some expenses - Be innovative, and find creative ideas to compensate - Involve volunteers supporting your mission. For example, when I was entrusted with the mission of leading the Programming and Media for a major fundraiser at the United Nations, I had to innovate. I speaheaded artistic performances with the artists sent by UN missions. The shows attracted more participants and increased donations.