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If you have a diverse group of board members it can be difficult to ensure that everyone’s opinions are considered and heard. The more board members feel like their time and experience is appreciated and appreciated, the more active they will be in discussions. Plan the agenda with care and distributing it in advance and choosing the appropriate time, choosing the right location, and having quick access to all resources is key.
It is essential to keep a communication channel open with your board members, even if you are not a part of a formal meeting. It can help prevent negative news or other issues from being discussed during the first meeting, and also help to build unity between directors. In addition, having brief interruptions to the board room helps keep meetings productive and on schedule.
Limiting the topics discussed at board meetings is an excellent method to increase the effectiveness of meetings. The importance of focusing on two topics for each board meeting will aid in keeping the discussion on track, and allow for more relevant discussions.
One of the most frequent complaints from board members is when a discussion diverges from the topic or is lead by one person too much. This can be frustrating, especially if the board member had spent time preparing for their agenda only to discover that their attention is diverted by other unrelated topics.
You can eliminate lengthy reports and other routine items. Encourage chairpersons and officers to provide summary bullet points prior to the meeting. This will leave more time for strategic discussions without the need to have board members listen to lengthy reports.