Risk, dissent and decision-making part 2
In the second article of the "Risk, Dissent and Decision-making" series, members of The Board Effectiveness Guild explore how boards can effectively address risk and the behaviors that inhibit meaningful discussions. They discuss ways to increase constructive challenge within board conversations, emphasizing the need for genuine challenge to support board diversity.
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