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Introducing a difficult concept to the board

As part of our emphasis on governance, we're asking a few CEOs to talk about having critical conversations with their volunteers. Here's an insightful two minutes from Tanya Howe Johnson, president and CEO of Partnership for Philanthropic Planning, on how to introduce a difficult concept to the board of directors: (1) position it as board issue, not a personal agenda, and (2) find a champion.


Posted by Scott Briscoe on January 12, 2010 3:11 PM |

Comments

I thought the idea of looking for a champion was a great suggestion...worth the 2 minutes.

Posted by: Jerry Heppes, CAE | January 22, 2010 3:28 PM

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