If you’re a CEO, you know the board agenda can feel like a mountain of work.
In this episode of The NFP CEO Podcast, Michelle and Danielle share their tried-and-tested approach to building a clear, effective board pack and agenda — one that saves time, sets expectations and keeps the discussions focused.
They cover:
- How to work with your Chair to plan the agenda and send papers on time
- The ideal structure for a board meeting:
- Formalities up front (acknowledgements, attendance, conflicts, minutes)
- Matters for decision (the high-brain-power items first)
- Matters for discussion (CEO and finance reports, committee updates)
- Matters for noting (information only)
- In-camera sessions and next-meeting details
- Why lifting decisions out of your CEO report gives your board clarity
- Tips for time-boxing agenda items so discussions stay on track
- How to use your CEO report to highlight, not rehash, key issues
- Ways to involve committee chairs and staff so ownership and accountability are shared
Whether you’re a first-time CEO or a seasoned leader, this episode will help you shape a predictable, and professional board agenda that gets the decisions you need and gives your board the best of its own expertise.
Need support with your board agenda or CEO report? Visit our website or connect with Michelle and Danielle on LinkedIn.
Related Episodes:
The Board Pack - How to Write Effective Briefing Papers
The Board Pack - Structuring Your CEO Report
The Board Pack - Designing Effective Board Agendas as the CEO
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Website: thenfpceo.com.au
Michelle Cutler: Michelle Cutler | LinkedIn
Danielle Ballantine: Danielle Ballantine | LinkedIn