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| The Leadership Group | | Update on: February 19, 2004 By: TLGRP | Board Governance - Sample Training Outline
CREATING A STRONG GOVERNANCE MODEL
A. GETTING ON THE SAME PAGE
-key elements to creating a common mission and performance focus
-review of board quiz responses
B. SELECTING A GOVERNANCE MODEL
-review/discussion of available models
roles and functions
the unique work of a board
setting limits
-review of legal requirements
-committee structures and roles
C. STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
-differentiating governance from management
-speaking with one voice
moving from a listening stance to active leadership
-identification of policy implications/self governing needs
D. RECRUITMENT & RETENTION OF ACTIVE MEMBERS
-where to look for the "right" new members
-clarifying expectations through a strong board orientation
-keeping members active and productive
-board rotation - keeping new ideas flowing
E. SETTING A BOARD AGENDA FOR THE YEAR
-setting a Board workplan and timetable
-assigning responsibility
-creating Plan B alternatives
F. SUGGESTIONS FOR FOLLOW-UP
-a "to do" list before the next board meeting
-Q&A - agency specific questions/concerns
-web and print resources
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