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The social philosopher Eric Hoffer once said “The beginning of thought is in disagreement - not only with others but ...
by Lindsay Tanner
How to combat groupthink on Australian boards
Every director brings their own experience and ideas to the table. But it’s not always easy to stand behind your ...
by Diane Smith-Gander
Where should the board sit on governance vs. guidance?
Neither governance or guidance are the only thing a board should focus on - you can have too much of both. An effective ...
by Diane Smith-Gander
Moving back from COVID governance in a thoughtful way
Due to COVID-19 there was a need to move to different governance routines so much so it created almost a new governance ...
by Diane Smith-Gander
Fear in the boardroom
Imagine this scenario: you are seated at a board table, listening with your fellow directors to a presentation about a ...
by Diane Smith-Gander
Why good directors make bad decisions
Beyond bad luck there’s also a number of reasons why bad decisions happen. Here’s the five most common reasons why I ...
by Russell Yardley