How many times have you made a list of items concerning a decision you need to make and then written down the pros and cons of each option in that decision. What happens when have a variety of things that you need to choose from?

You can complete one of these on paper, but I’ve found this same prioritizing grid tool available online that makes it even easier to see what’s happening and to organize your thoughts. The classic grid was developed by Richard Bolles decades ago.
This prioritizing grid allows you to arrange up to 10 different items in …read more

Reader Melissa shared a very insightful comment to my suggestions on how to run an effective annual board meeting, and I felt it was worth pulling out for you to learn from here (in case you don’t click in for the comments on articles):

 
3 More Tips on Planning Meetings and Organizational Management
1) Make sure that the expectations are as clear as possible. You want everyone’s definition of success to look the same.
2) When looking back and looking ahead, keep in mind the mission, vision, and core values of the organization. Use those as your guiding force for determining everything …read more