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Board Effectiveness

Boardsmanship Review

Governing State Board Operations through Parliamentary Procedures

Proper parliamentary procedure makes the most of the limited time boards have together.

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Boardsmanship Review

New Member Orientation

If new members get a good orientation early in their term, the whole board will be more effective.

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Boardsmanship Review

Let the Sunshine In

Board members should be well versed in their state's open meetings law.

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Boardsmanship Review

Five Steps to Being a Better Board Member

Like any skill, effective board service can be learned, practiced, and improved.

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