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INSIGHT: Leadership, 27 September, 2021
The hot seat: how chairs shape a positive board culture
A chair’s real skill lies in their ability to engage with and earn the respect of the board without having to overtly exercise power.
COMMENT: Strategy, 19 August, 2021
The new hybrid workplace will need organisational glue
There is much to do to shape a hybrid workplace environment that is fully inclusive for those working remotely.
INSIGHT: Selection, 13 August, 2021
How to onboard directors so they hit the ground running
Here are seven ways to deliver an effective induction process for board directors that will help them to quickly make a valuable contribution.
COMMENT: Compliance, 5 May, 2021
The Secret NED: board compliance matters, even on the little things
Ensuring the right things are done while not being overly fussy is a tricky balance. But relaxing one’s guard can also be the wrong approach.
NEWS: Board expertise, 1 April, 2021
NED Awards 2021 winners praised for ‘commitment, care and competence’
Lord Norman Blackwell scoops the FTSE 100 non-executive of the year award in a year that presented “immense challenges” for boards.
NEWS: Research, 23 March, 2021
Do we overestimate the impact of CEOs on company performance?
A new study says CEOs explain 2% of variability in stock returns, while global, country and industry changes account for 11%, 4% and 1%.
NEWS: Board responsibilities, 10 February, 2021
Forced CEO turnover can damage the reputation of board directors
Research suggests the forced departure of a chief executive may be viewed as a governance failure by shareholders.
COMMENT: Board composition, 21 December, 2020
The Secret NED: a non-executive is not just for Christmas
When it comes to the selection of non-executives don’t be dazzled by shiny baubles: a highly sought-after NED may not be the most reliable choice.
COMMENT: Board communication, 18 November, 2020
The Secret NED: Clinton, company email and a confidentiality dilemma
I’ve been using my private email for company business. Will there be calls to “lock me up”—even if I’m actually protecting my best interests?
NEWS: Remuneration, 28 October, 2020
Executive gender pay gap diminishes over time—but doesn’t disappear
Study shows up to half the initial pay gap for female executives is eroded over the first six years of tenure, but a “residual gap” persists.