The Secrets of Successful Boards: The Best from the Nonprofit Pros

Edited by Carol Weisman

This book will help you:

Prepare members of your board of directors to be successful

Use humor as you teach good boardsmanship

Gain insight into the key functions of a board

F. E. Robbins & Sons Press, 1998, 240 pages, ISBN 0-9666168-1-2, electronic version only

Electronic version:


Price: US$15.00

Description

A "Boards 101" book for trustees new to boards, for leaders of all-volunteer associations, or for anyone starting a nonprofit from the ground up. Ten well-known authorities (see table of contents below) explain state-of-the-art board practices with warmth and humor. Includes a chapter on "People Raising" by Susan J. Ellis, plus chapters on recruiting board members, fundraising, strategic planning, running meetings, legal issues, and technology. Enjoy the cartoon illustrations, too!

Table of Contents

View the Table of Contents

Readers' Reviews

We're always interested in receiving readers' reviews.

When you've completed the book, remember to submit a review!

Brief Excerpt

(pp. 72-3, in chapter 4 by David LaGreca)

Axiom 3: Give board members a chance to learn something at each meeting.
Board members are volunteers and on-the job training is a hallmark of successful organizations. Try highlighting an aspect of your program at each board meeting. One organization includes a regular agenda item called FYI. Each month, the board receives a briefing on a different aspect of the organization’s programming. Another organization asks board members to visit at least two program sites each year – and schedules board meetings at these sites with tours of the facility before the board meeting. Yet another organization sends an article on the board’s role (in fundraising or fiscal accountability, for example) in each board packet and includes a short discussion of the article on the agenda. Knowledgeable board members are happy ones – and more apt to find new ways to assist the organization.

Concerned about whether you can view an electronic book?

Viewing the table of contents linked above is a good test to see if you can easily view electronic books. If you can successfully click on the link and open the table of contents, you should have no problem viewing the book. If you have problems, you probably need to install or upgrade Acrobat Reader. Click on the graphic below to download the latest version from the Adobe website. It is an easy download. They also have a support area if you continue to have problems with viewing.