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Embodying
The Tone, Voice And Expression
of Good Governance.
Self-Governance: 8 Keys to Unlocking Influence That Lasts in the Boardroom and C-Suite
Good governance is everybody's business. At the highest levels, influence is more than being seen or heard. It is the currency that shapes the quality of decisions, defines the culture of leadership,... ...more
Good Governance ,Oversight Stewardship Decision-Making &personal agency
August 01, 2025•6 min read
The Voice That Governs: Your Duty to Speak, Test, and Be Challenged
Look around your board table. Every decision you sign off on carries the weight of the conversation you allowed, encouraged ...or didn’t make room for. That’s the power of The Voice That Governs. It’s... ...more
Good Governance ,Strategy Oversight &Decision-Making
July 29, 2025•7 min read
Women on Boards: Why the Supreme Court’s Ruling Is Not About the Culture War on Womanhood
The Supreme Court's main point is that if a law is written to address the underrepresentation of people who were excluded because they were born female, then the scope of that law must stay aligned wi... ...more
Good Governance ,Strategy Oversight &Decision-Making
April 16, 2025•6 min read
Complacency: The Silent Risk in the Boardroom—Could It Be Yours?
Some long-serving directors assume that tenure equals competence. They also think that experience alone makes them effective stewards of governance. But here’s the uncomfortable truth: The longer you... ...more
Good Governance ,Strategy Oversight &Decision-Making
February 05, 2025•5 min read
The Board Retreat Worth Having: Why It’s Critical for Sustained Success
A well-structured board retreat provides the opportunity for deep reflection, sharper understanding, and alignment checks, thereby supporting the board to steer the organization toward long-term succe... ...more
Good Governance ,Strategy Oversight &Decision-Making
October 09, 2024•5 min read
FRAMES: The Must-Have Decision-Making Framework for Every Boardroom
Introducing the FRAMES Framework, a systematic approach to guide Management in making proposals to Boards, and Boards in deliberating purposefully to be effective in strategic decision-making. ...more
Good Governance ,Oversight Stewardship &Decision-Making
September 25, 2024•5 min read
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