This document discusses governance best practices for 21st century boards. It advocates that boards act as transformational leaders and strategic assets rather than merely oversight committees. The document recommends that boards focus on tracking a balanced set of performance metrics, engage in regular self-assessments, and recruit board members with the right competencies to provide strategic thinking. It also emphasizes the importance of the partnership between the board and executive team, with the board responsible for setting direction and policy and the executive team responsible for day-to-day management.
8. Leading in the 21st Century
From “Heroic” to “Transformational”
“Whereas the heroic leader of the
past knew all, could do all, and
could solve every problem, the
post-heroic leader asks how every
problem can be solved in a way
that develops other people’s
capacity to handle it.”
Charles Handy
A Legacy of 21st Century Leadership
9. A Legacy of 21st Century
Leadership
Legacy Leadership
Legacy: How capable an organization is to lead
itself versus depend on you!
Legacy: How well the organization transforms to
stay vibrant, valuable and relevant.
Transforms: not simply manages changes.
Thinking about legacy requires us to move
beyond short term definitions of success.
To consider a journey from success to
significance.