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I admit, this is something I say a lot. Well-meaning leaders bring “recommendations” to a board without giving them the time or space to engage well. Sometimes it’s from the CEO. Sometimes it’s actually from a committee of the board. It’s well-meaning. But it’s not a recommendation, it’s a decision, and it’s not good governance. Going against a recommendation is very awkward and very rare. Next time, bring options and pros and cons, not a recommendation.

Navigating conflict with your board requires finesse and proactive leadership. This insightful #hbr article lays out 𝗳𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗘𝗢𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 in steering through contentious situations effectively. Reflecting on your own experiences, which of these strategies resonates most with you, and how have you applied it in your leadership journey? Let's discuss how we can cultivate an environment of constructive dialogue and alignment at the executive level. https://lnkd.in/dBbV_upG #Leadership #BoardManagement #ConflictResolution

t is wise to NOT surround yourself with "Yes" people and then the challenge is to maximize impact from the different and all valued perspectives. his is not necessarily "Conflict" it is excellent discourse and engaging all will be powerful! #Leadership Conflict with your board of directors can be inevitable, but it doesn't have to be destructive. Here are five strategies for proactively and productively navigating board conflicts to keep your organization moving forward. https://lnkd.in/eukX7VKj #board #directors #executive #leadership #csuite

Conflict with your board of directors can be inevitable, but it doesn't have to be destructive. Here are five strategies for proactively and productively navigating board conflicts to keep your organization moving forward. https://lnkd.in/eJbWy6sp #board #directors #executive #leadership #csuite

Conflict with your board of directors can be inevitable, but it doesn't have to be destructive. Here are five strategies for proactively and productively navigating board conflicts to keep your organization moving forward. https://lnkd.in/epXqFT64 #board #directors #executive #leadership #csuite

Conflict with your board of directors can be inevitable, but it doesn't have to be destructive. Here are five strategies for proactively and productively navigating board conflicts to keep your organization moving forward. https://ow.ly/lOKf50Rwqj0 #board #directors #executive #leadership #csuite

5 Ways Executives Can Manage Conflict with the Board

Conflict with your board of directors can be inevitable, but it doesn't have to be destructive. Here are five strategies for proactively and productively navigating board conflicts to keep your organization moving forward. https://lnkd.in/e7K-xVvD #board #directors #executive #leadership #csuite

In the popular imagination, a corporate board seat is often seen as one of the most comfortable positions in business. Board members seem to be well-compensated for attending a few meetings a year, nodding in agreement as the CEO expounds on strategy. Nothing could be further from the truth. The role of the board has changed from traditional backward-looking oversight to an engaged asset to help move the business forward. Directors are expected to help executives steer through geopolitical tensions, rising inflation, climate change, and technological disruption. The bar has been raised significantly. What distinguishes the boards that lead from those that merely follow? 1. 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗔𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮, i.e. the company’s most critical issues, such as strategy, leadership succession, and major risks, and avoid getting bogged down in operational details. 2. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 and actively engage in shaping management's strategies, not only approving them. They ask the tough questions and challenge assumptions. 3. 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀, industry dynamics, and competitive landscape deeply to ask the right questions. 4. 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 to ensure that executive compensation and incentives are aligned with the company’s long-term goals, driving the right behaviors and helping achieve strategic objectives. 5. 𝗘𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, looking for members with diverse skills and perspectives, not echo chambers. 6. 𝗘𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀 for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring that the company is prepared for potential disruptions. #leadership #boardroom #strategicthinking

Board governance is often overlooked in early-mid stage companies, which can lead to negative consequences for investors and employees. Boards are frequently built on a premise of assembling "like minded" executives to support the business, ie friends of the CEO. Structuring a diverse board with varied experiences, backgrounds, and financial alignment to the business is essential to success. Healthy conflict among Board Members should be encouraged to solve for the challenges of the business, support the Management Leadership team, and meet their fiduciary responsibilities. With that in mind check out HBR's article for 5 ways executives can manage conflict with the board: https://lnkd.in/gu58kKxX #HarvardBusinessReview , #BoardGovernance