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7 tips for introducing Internal Audit
When we think of formal processes like internal audit, sometimes we only think they apply to large and complex organisations. There can be real benefits

Succession Planning for the Chair of the Board
Succession Planning for the Chair of the Board – An Introduction We often get requests, usually from Chief Executives, about how to plan for a

A Board Away Day in Lockdown
A Board Away Day – Why bother? 21st century governance can sometimes seem overwhelming. Funders, staff, volunteers, clients … all demand more of Boards these

Culture and Behaviours – 6 Tips for Board Focus
Board Focus – Introduction Over the last 20 years, we’ve seen a big shift in where Boards focus their energy. Where compliance and number crunching

The ultimate board development cheat sheet
So you were inspired by our last blog to put a board development plan in place but you don’t know where to start? This cheat

10 Reasons you should invest in board development
We work with a diverse range of clients in the private, public and charity sectors. The most effective organisations we work with really invest in

6 governance tools every board member should be using
We’re often asked if there are any easy fixes for governance. While the process of embedding a positive corporate culture is not quick and requires

Vision and Values – The Key Foundations of Leading Governance
Vision and Values – The Key Foundations of Leading Governance Effective governance needs to be developed by both strong heads and strong hearts. If

10 things that make a great Board
This week we were chatting about some of the boards we’re working with. We were teasing out the differences between the inspiring ones and the

Focusing Boardroom Thinking with Mindfulness – 6 Practical Tips
I’m sure we’ve all had the experience of driving on a journey without noticing what’s around us (we can’t remember noticing landmarks, direction signs, beautiful

Better Board Meetings – Challenging Behaviour in the Boardroom
Challenging Behaviour in the Boardroom We all want to go to board meetings where a group of competent people discuss issues and challenge each other

Better board meetings – the role of the Chair
The Chair has a very specific role in meetings. We have already discussed their role in setting the agenda. When it comes to running the