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Every week we share a real (anonymous) story about the realities of nonprofit board governance, along with some helpful advice. It's kind of like 'Post Secret' meets 'Ann Landers', nonprofit-style.

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Leading from the Middle: Vice-Chair Tips for Stronger Nonprofit Board Governance board roles board stories founder syndrome Nov 19, 2024

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Coping with Unprepared and Ego-Driven Board Members (Part 2 of 2) board conduct board stories board/staff relations Nov 12, 2024

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Help! A husband and wife are teaming up to take over our small board. board recruitment board stories Nov 06, 2024

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Dealing with Unprepared and Disrespectful Board Members (Part 1 of 2) board engagement board/staff relations Nov 06, 2024

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