Episode #131
Beyond Good Governance: What Makes a Board Truly Effective? #131
Marie Holive welcomes back experienced chair, board adviser and author Patrick Dunne to discuss the newly published third edition of his award-winning book, Boards. Boards today are being asked to navigate extraordinary complexity. Directors must oversee risk, contribute to strategy, challenge constructively and make consequential decisions despite incomplete information and constant change. Patrick and Marie explore what has shifted in the boardroom since the book’s earlier editions, why some boards struggle despite having strong governance processes and how chairs can create the conditions for honest debate and better decision-making. They also examine the human side of board effectiveness: trust, behaviour, relationships, role clarity and the ability to disagree without becoming divided. Timestamps: (00:00) Podcast episode starts(02:28) Why was a third edition of Boards published?(04:16) What separates a well-governed board from an effective one?(06:59) The secret to good facilitation in board meetings(10:15) Making decisions without complete information: balancing scrutiny and speed(16:53) The Map to Satnav Dilemma(21:54) Practical advice for aspiring board members on how to prepare, contribute or make decisions Mentioned in this episode Five Generations at Work: how do we win together Cybersecurity for Leaders: What Every CEO and Board Must Know Boards By Patrick Dunne - 3rd Edition Proteus Leader Show Ranks #20 in Top 40 Change Management Podcasts
