Summary
Credit union CEOs have a variety of reactions to board meetings, but for most top execs, they are basically a matter of business as usual. Then there are those CEOs who feel they do not turn a doorknob to enter the board room so much as they jump down a rabbit hole whenever their directors meet. Board meetings are counterproductive, frustrating experiences that rarely result in any progress. Indeed, the CEO has to run as fast as he or she can just to stay in one place. And the reason all too often boils down to one difficult board member. Here is how you can solve the problem: 1. Have a one-on-one with your chairperson and express your views on the issue. 2. Prepare to pre-empt the problem director's complaints. 3. Look at what can be done together, and what can be done to alleviate board members' concerns.
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The Difficult Director
Credit union CEOs have a variety of reactions to board meetings, but for most top execs, they're basically a matter of business as usual. Issues may change and problems may arise, but on the whole, the agenda is addressed, decisions are made, and life at the credit union goes on.
Then there are those CEOs who feel they don't turn a doorknob to enter the board room so much as they jump down a rabbit hole whenever their directors meet. Board meetings are counterproductive, frustrating experiences that rarely result in any progress. Indeed, the CEO has to run as fast as he or she can just to stay in one place.And the reason all too ofte...See the full content of this document
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