Creating a 21st century board means making significant transitions towards more future-focused leadership behaviors and practices.
Rethinking both how new directors are recruited and successfully retained can provide a progressive focus to a director search. Candidates whose backgrounds speak to these areas will ultimately bring a honed perspective for competitive advantage.
Here are a few areas to consider when thinking about your next board member:
1. Growth
Does the candidate have a track record in growth situations?
2. Innovation
Does the candidate have experience with innovative cultures?
3. Ambidexterity
Does the candidate have foresight into new markets while appreciating legacy positions?
What are your thoughts on creating strategies for the progressive boardroom of the future?
Tracy Houston
Tracy E. Houston, M.A., is the president of Board Resources Services, LLC. She is a refined specialist in board consulting and executive coaching with a heartfelt passion for rethinking performance, teams and the boardroom. Her company, Board Resource Services, LLC, is online at www.eboardmember.com and www.eboardguru.com. You can follow Tracy on Twitter @BoardGuru. Headquartered in the Denver, Colorado area, Tracy is an avid hiker.
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