Board Talk : 18 Crucial Conversations That Count Inside and Outside the Boardroom.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Bishop, Kathryn.

Contributor:

Camm, Gillian.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Boards of directors.

Corporate governance.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (191 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Northwich : Practical Inspiration Publishing, 2023.

Summary:

This book serves as a comprehensive guide for board members, both experienced and aspiring, across various sectors including public companies, charities, and educational institutions. It emphasizes the importance of effective communication and constructive conversations in ensuring good governance, strategy development, and organizational purpose. The authors provide practical tools, robust models, and actionable techniques to navigate boardroom dynamics, address challenging topics, and adapt to the evolving demands of modern boards. The book is designed to support individuals in developing their skills, fostering inclusion, and contributing to the long-term success of their organizations. It is particularly valuable for non-executive directors, trustees, and senior executives stepping into board roles. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover Page

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Contents

Preface: Why you need this book and how to use it

Introduction: The conversation ‘kitbag’

Conversations…

As a board member

1. …About joining: Understanding the role of a board member

2. …About the board: Exploring the role of this board

3. …About chairing: Conversations that matter to all board members

4. …With board members: Sense-checking conversations

To support and challenge

5. …About the organization: Talking about purpose, mission, vision and values

6. …About strategy: Turning central ideas into action

7. …About the future: Talking about what’s over the horizon

8. …About holding to account: Creating a culture of accountability

9. …About people and reward: Development, succession and remuneration

10. …About effectiveness: Talking about board performance

In working relationships

11. …With the CEO: Coaching, confiding, challenging

12. …With staff: Talking and listening to those who work here

13. …With stakeholders: Developing a stakeholder mindset

14. …With regulators: Understanding the relationship

15. …With advisors: Finding the support the board needs

About key exposures

16. …About ethics: A new boardroom focus

17. …About risk: Preventing board blindness

18. …About a crisis: When things go wrong Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

9781788604154

1788604156

OCLC:

1452593835