Tag: board leadership

  • The Collective Brain

    The Collective Brain

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    Michelle Causton, FCPA, FCGA, MBA
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    Previously I wrote that trust cannot replace judgement. Today I want to explore how judgement is formed collectively. Most boards are filled with capable, intelligent people. Yet even smart boards sometimes miss important risks, ask too few questions, or move too quickly to consensus. The reason is simple: no individual sees everything. Well-constructed boards strive…

  • Trust Does Not Replace Judgement

    Trust Does Not Replace Judgement

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    Michelle Causton, FCPA, FCGA, MBA
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    Imagine a board meeting where everyone agrees that the Executive Director is competent, hardworking, and deeply committed to the organization. The reports are clear. Projects appear to be progressing. The organization is stable. There are no obvious warning signs. No significant risks have been identified for discussion. As a result, questions are few and predictable.…