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Spotting the Signs of Board Dysfunction governance transition Jun 16, 2025

- by Sophie Pinkoski

 A strong board can be an organization’s secret weapon. In addition to meeting its fiduciary duty, a strong board can provide guidance for informed decisions that align with the ...

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Business Travel: The Glamour, The Glory…The Ridiculousness leadership transition Jun 02, 2025

- by Jane Halford and ChatGPT

You step onto the jetway, passport in one hand, carry-on in the other, dressed in wrinkle-resistant neutrals. The business traveler. A modern gladiator armed with noise-...

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Don’t Leave the Next Generation Guessing family business leadership transition May 27, 2025

- by Sophie Pinkoski

According to Forbes, nearly half of family businesses world-wide don’t have a succession plan. Despite this, three quarters of these businesses intend on passing the reins to the...

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Oilers' Coaching: A Masterclass in Dynamic Leadership leadership transition May 20, 2025

- by Jane Halford and ChatGPT

As the Edmonton Oilers advance through the playoffs, fans see a team in pursuit of the Stanley Cup. But if you’re leading an organization, there’s something else worth n...

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I Inherited the Family Business—Now What? family business leadership transition May 13, 2025

- by Sophie Pinkoski

Unexpectedly inheriting a family business is rarely a straightforward process. The decisions that come with such an immense sudden change in your life are complex and deeply pers...

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Who Wants to Be a Board Member Anyway? governance transition May 06, 2025

- by Jane Halford and ChatGPT (it brought the humour)

Let’s be honest.

Board work is time-consuming (hello, four-hour committee meetings), high-pressure (have you tried explaining to a regulator or ...

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A Fresh Mandate: 10 Essential Strategies for Newly Elected Leaders leadership transition Apr 29, 2025

- by Jane Halford

As the adrenaline rush of an election campaign concludes, newly elected officials are met with the challenge of serving the public, including undertaking transformative action neces...

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Choosing the Right CEO: A Board’s Guide to Using the KASH Box Framework leadership transition Apr 18, 2025

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Selecting the right CEO is one of the most critical decisions a board can make. The CEO sets the strategic direction, influences company culture, and ultimately determin...

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Setting Ground Rules for Board Interactions governance transition Apr 08, 2025

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

In today's fast-paced environment, the effectiveness of a board greatly depends on the quality of its interactions. The way board members engage with one another can inf...

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Considering Co-CEOs? Weigh Your Options leadership transition Apr 01, 2025

- by Sophie Pinkoski

As organizations grow and evolve, so do their leadership needs. One non-traditional solution is the notion of co-CEOs. When done right, a co-CEO model can provide additional band...

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Unexpectedly Leading the Family Business? Dive in! family business leadership transition Mar 25, 2025

- by Sophie Pinkoski

According to Deloitte, 64% of family businesses have no succession plan in place. It can be easy to put off such plans when the head of the business expects to carry on leading f...

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Is Canadian Boardroom Culture "Too Polite"? governance transition Mar 18, 2025

- by ChatGPT and Jane Halford

Canada is often celebrated for its politeness, a trait that has become an endearing part of our national identity. However, in the Canadian boardroom, this cultural char...

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