meeting of the Board of Directors
Board members are usually enthusiastic about the organizations they serve. They want to fulfill their legal obligations to advocate for the work of your organization as well as embody the mission of the organization and be faithful ambassadors. There are also other obligations they should consider.
They should be open to different opinions and engage in productive debates. It is crucial that the board meets its objectives in a unified way. The board is a group, and the chair is responsible for keeping everyone on track with their duties.
The board’s job is to proactively recruit and select new members. The most qualified candidates are those with additional skills, talents and background experience. Boards must also ensure that their job descriptions reflect the required qualifications.
The board should also aid new members to get up to speed quickly. This can be done by providing orientation materials, advanced preparation for meetings, and clear communications.
Last but not least boards should establish term limits. This will help prevent dissatisfied members from feeling suffocated or overburdened by the workload. The majority of your board’s work should be accomplished through committees. It is crucial that board members understand the committees and how they feed back into the board.
Finally, the board must be aware of legal responsibilities and regulations. This includes state-level “Sunshine Laws” and laws governing how non-profits conduct business and make decisions. Boards need to educate themselves about these issues to avoid costly legal problems.