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Is your firms board creating valueor destroying it?Change is coming. Leadership at the top is being redefined as boards take a more active role in decisions that once belonged solely to the CEO. But for all the advantages of increased board engagement, it can create debilitating questions of authority and dangerous meddling in daytoday operations. Directors need a new road mapfor when to lead, when to partner, and when to stay out of the way.Boardroom veterans Ram Charan, Dennis Carey, and Michael Useem advocate this new governance modela sharp departure from what has been demanded by governance activists, raters, and regulatorsand reveal the emerging practices that are defining shared leadership of directors and executives. Based on personal interviews and the authors broad and deep experience working with executives and directors from dozens of the worlds largest firms, including Apple, Boeing, Ford, Infosys, and Lenovo, Boards That Lead tells the inside story behind the successes and pitfalls of this new leadership model and explains how to: Define the central idea of the company Ensure that the right CEO is in place and potential successors are identified Recruit directors who add value Root out board dysfunction Select a board leader who deftly bridges the divide between management and the board Set a high bar on ethics and riskWith a total of eighteen checklists that will transform board directors from monitors to leaders, Charan, Carey, and Useem provide a smart and practical guide for businesspeople everywherewhether they occupy the boardroom or the Csuite.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Boards That Lead'? A: The book focuses on redefining the role of boards in corporate governance, emphasizing when to take charge, when to partner, and when to step back.
- Q: Who are the authors of 'Boards That Lead'? A: The authors are Ram Charan, Dennis Carey, and Michael Useem, all of whom have extensive experience working with executives and directors.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in 'Boards That Lead'? A: Key themes include the importance of shared leadership, board engagement, and establishing clear roles and responsibilities between the board and management.
- Q: How many pages does 'Boards That Lead' have? A: The book has a total of 304 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Boards That Lead'? A: The book was published on December 10, 2013.
- Q: What type of book condition is available? A: The book is available in 'New' condition.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Boards That Lead'? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Does 'Boards That Lead' include practical tools for directors? A: Yes, the book includes eighteen checklists designed to help transform board directors from monitors to leaders.
- Q: Is 'Boards That Lead' suitable for individuals outside of the boardroom? A: Yes, it provides valuable insights for businesspeople in various roles, including those in the C-suite.
- Q: What category does 'Boards That Lead' fall under? A: The book falls under the category of Leadership & Motivation.