Monthly Archives: May 2011

How to Frame Issues for Advisory Board Agendas

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Susan Hammond

Every business owner and nonprofit CEO faces a multitude of daily opportunities and threats. The inclination might be just to “throw together” the meeting agenda. However, examining the threats and opportunities currently being faced will often yield the issue that is worthy of your advisors’ time and thinking. Continue reading →

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Six Characteristics of Great Advisors

Posted on May 17, 2011 by Susan Hammond

Great advisors and fiduciary board members share at least six characteristics. Continue reading →

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How to Best Use Your Advisors

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Susan Hammond

How can a CEO with an advisory board best utilize the advisors? Ask, Know, Engage, Pay, Respect, and Accept Constructive Criticism. Continue reading →

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