07 | Introducing Mitch + Future-Proofing Your Board

In this episode of Build Better Boards, hosts Richard Fagerlin and Dr. Keri Jacobs introduce their new co-host, Mitch Majeski, and kick off Season 2 with a deep dive into the concept of future-proofing your board.

• Meet Mitch Majeski: Learn about Mitch’s background in leadership development and his work with boards, as well as his perspective on the impact of board health on organizational success.
• What is Future-Proofing?: Explore what it means to future-proof your board, including the importance of distinguishing between board and organizational purpose, strategic thinking versus legacy planning, and maintaining board health for the long term.
• Big G vs. Little G: Discover the difference between governance structure (Big G) and the day-to-day relational aspects of governance (Little G) that shape how boards function.
• Norms that Matter: Dive into the critical behaviors and cultural practices that boards should adopt today to set up future boards for success.
• Strategic Thinking vs. Future-Proofing: Understand why strategic thinking is necessary but not sufficient for future-proofing and why this concept is a higher-order goal for board success.

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