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Successful Nonprofits Podcast

Mailbag: Board Members Behaving Badly

Aug 13, 2024
25:54

Are your board members causing more problems than they solve? In this mailbag episode, Dolph answers listener questions about dealing with difficult board members. Whether you're a board chair trying to keep the peace, or an executive director frustrated with a meddling board, this episode offers practical advice to help you refocus on your mission.

Listen to this episode to hear how to:

  • Enforce an "escalate together" rule to prevent being dragged into board drama.
  • Facilitate conflict resolution without becoming a judge or referee.
  • Recognize when it's time to fire a board member.

This episode answers the following questions:

  • How can I manage conflicts between board members without getting dragged into the drama?
  • What strategies can I use to encourage board members to resolve issues independently?
  • When should I escalate a board conflict, and when should I step back?
  • How do I set boundaries with Board members?

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