Selecting a Board |
Aug 12, 2010 |
As I embark on my summer vacation, to the beaches of Southern California, I have been spending time thinking about the type of board I need to have as I prepare to hit the water. I want the best one I can get in order to make my trip as enjoyable as possible. Would a surfboard be okay? What about a boogie or body board? I wasn’t sure which one would be best suited for me.
Instead of beating my head and trying to come up with an answer, or getting one of each and seeing which one works, I decided to connect with my cousin who lives by the beach and is a surfer.
But, as I was talking with him about his surfboards, he went on to explain that it’s not as simple as selecting a board and going for it. He reminded me that they come in different shapes and sizes, are made from different materials, have a variety of parts and they are not all created equally. He also said that what you can handle or what you want to do should often determine the type of board you select.
I found there is much more to think about than simply saying I want a board.
At Mission Increase Foundation we would say that your organization must understand that there is much more to selecting a board (for your organization) than just saying you want a good one. There are many things you will need to think about when putting together a group of individuals to guide your organization to making its greatest impact.
Frank Martinelli, from The Center for Public Skills Training, says there are many ingredients to consider when developing a board….some of which would hinder board effectiveness. He also says that building a more effective board is a process.
The group Lead Like Jesus, started by Ken Blanchard and Phil Hodges, recently stated in an online devotional, “We must help develop leadership skills in others and then at the proper time commission them for their role.”
Whatever your thought process is, or wherever you are in your board development, September’s Mission Increase Foundation workshop is one event you will want to attend. And do not fail to bring some of your current or future board members with you as well.
The workshop is titled: THE BOARDS GREATEST GIFT “From Bored Boards to Engaged Champions.”
In this workshop we will be answering many questions that will help you develop a board that will have impact in relation to your cause and organization. You will also hear about the essential principles, key responsibilities, and relationships that need to be in place in order for your board to be effective.
If you haven’t already registered sign up today!
Simply go to our workshop registration page and register through your MIF account. If you don’t have an MIF account it should only take a minute or two to set one up.
Remember, register those board members who can attend as well….and don’t delay as some of our workshops are already full.
