You said “Yes” and have accepted the offer to join your local nonprofit agency. Congratulations on a decision that should impact your life in many positive ways. You’ve done your due diligence, you fully support the mission, and you are ready to dedicate time, wisdom, and fundraising to the agency. Everything feels right. And you ask yourself- “so what happens next?”
Energize Your Board Meetings
Too many times one hears about dissatisfaction with board meetings. “Oh no, not again? So soon?” is the refrain when the next meeting is announced.
And yet it is the board meeting where the most meaningful work of the board is done. It is the time for status updates as well as the exchange of viewpoints, collaboration, networking, and visualizing the mission of the agency. This is the board chair’s opportunity to build upon the commitment of current members to accomplish the work of the board and to build a culture of trust within the boardroom.