The document outlines key insights from the 'Truth About Boards' conference led by Jamie Notter, focusing on the dynamics of board effectiveness. It emphasizes the importance of open communication, accountability, and collaboration between board members and organizational leaders. The discussion also highlights common pitfalls such as mismanagement, lack of preparation, and avoidance of conflict.

1. the truth about boards great ideas conference 2011 Jamie Notter vice president organizational effectiveness management solutions plus inc.

2. handouts they are at: www.getmejamienotter.com

3. Jessica Hagy. “Indexed” blog. http://thisisindexed.com/2010/07/if-you-can-find-it-that-is/

5. love your board http://www.flickr.com/photos/47287396@N05/4915241275

6. love your board http://www.flickr.com/photos/47287396@N05/4915241275 show them a better way

7. 3 bad good ugly

8. bad first, you tell me 1.

9. bad 1. improper focus mismanaging conversations being irresponsible playing politics dominating avoiding conflict in the weeds ADD personal agendas hiding the truth not participating not preparing

10. us speak the truth good 2. them speak the truth

11. us stay focused good 2. them provide structure

12. us be responsible good 2. them share data

13. us work in partnership good 2. them be strong

14. What would you add? What would you challenge? good 2. work in partnership be responsible stay focused speak the truth speak the truth provide structure share data be strong

15. ugly complaining 3. http://www.flickr.com/photos/87373143@N00/3176124800 enabling being afraid

16. www.getmejamienotter.com www.slideshare.net/jamie notter @jamienotter questions?