9 Keys to Energizing Your Board Meetings
Great board meetings create a climate for engaged decision-making that allows you to keep and attract top-notch board members.
A few years ago I sat in on an organization's board meeting before being asked to join the board. The meeting was so chaotic I wanted to flee. However, after working with the board and staff leadership, we were able to change those dynamics. Now the board is functioning more effectively, meetings are productive and we are positioned to attract the caliber of board members necessary to take the organization to the next level.
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Looking for Jeff? You'll find him either on the lake, laughing with good friends, or helping nonprofits develop to their full potential.
Jeff believes that successful fundraising is built on a bedrock of relevant, consistent messaging; sound practices; the nurturing of relationships; and impeccable stewardship. And that organizations that adhere to those standards serve as beacons to others that aspire to them. The Bedrocks & Beacons blog will provide strategic information to help nonprofits be both.
Jeff has more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience and is a member of the NonProfit PRO Editorial Advisory Board.
