Culture’s Quiet Power
At the board table, we often talk about culture like it’s something that can be designed in a workshop or installed with a new CEO. But anyone who’s served on a board long enough knows—it doesn’t work that way. Culture isn’t what’s printed on the wall. It’s what lives in the room when the doors are closed. Directors play a quiet but powerful role in shaping the tone and texture of a company’s culture…
On Good Governance
We can all agree that ‘good governance’ is critical to any board, but can we agree on what it is? Some would say it’s just about bylaws, audits, and annual retreats; others would say it’s about stewardship, judgement, and culture. At its best, governance is the invisible structure that holds an organization steady through change, challenge, and opportunity…
Revealing Integrity
Integrity is one of those words we all agree is essential—especially in board governance. But what does it actually look like around the board table? It’s not just about honesty or doing the right thing when people are watching. In the boardroom, integrity is revealed in small choices, tough moments, and how we treat one another when stakes are high…
Showing Up Well
There’s no shortage of smart, experienced people around the board table. But what truly sets the most effective directors apart? It’s not just what they know—it’s how they show up.
Three things that really matter…
Stepping Into Your Power
Being an effective board director isn’t just about governance and oversight—it’s about thinking strategically, elevating others, and ensuring diverse perspectives are heard. Here are three essential skills to step into your power and strengthen your impact in the boardroom…
Purpose, Engagement, Commitment
Board service isn’t just a title—it’s a commitment. It requires strategic thinking, deep engagement, and a willingness to serve with purpose. If you’re looking to make an impact as a director, these three principles will help guide your approach…
Influence, Credibility & Relationships
Serving on a board is a privilege and a responsibility. It’s about more than governance and oversight—it’s about influence, relationships, and the ability to add meaningful value…
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