The boardroom is no stranger to tension. As directors grapple with the need to make decisions in an increasingly complex environment, and amid heightened stakeholder expectations, disagreement is to be expected. Robust discussion is inevitable and essential to ensuring sound decision-making, avoiding groupthink and providing clarity to executive teams.
In this episode Hayden Wilson, Chair of Dentons in New Zealand and Global Vice Chair, and Mary Jane Daly, Independent Director discuss what it takes to be a high-performing chair. We cover setting the tone and being proactive, managing the Chief Executive relationship and navigating tough conversations. We also cover growing complexity and expectations and how strong board leadership is more critical than ever. This episode offers practical insights for Chairs and Directors looking to lift performance and add real strategic value in the boardroom.
They also discuss:
· How to manage the Chief Executive relationship
· Setting the tone and creating the right environment
· How to be reflective in tense and stressful situations
· Why strong board leadership is critical in this changing landscape.
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