Aug 13, 2024
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?
Links mentioned in this episode:
- How to fire a difficult board member [Blog Post | Apple Podcast | Spotify]
- Successful Nonprofits’ Board Development Services
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