How would you describe your board? Are they engaged in their work and a valuable asset to your organization? Or… Continue Reading Why an engaged Board is a powerful Board (Watson’s 5 tips for building a better board)
CEO transition is a high-risk game. Business journals are full of statistics of new CEOs who are hired with enthusiasm… Continue Reading Managing the Risk of CEO Transition
Abbotsford BC — Barb Schimnowsky is pleased to announce the merger of Westview Executive Search Ltd. and WATSON Advisors Inc. As… Continue Reading Westview Executive Search Merges with WATSON Advisors Inc.
“How should directors respond to the recent high profile cases of sexual harassment cases in the workplace?” The spectre of… Continue Reading In the Shadow of Weinstein Woes: How Boards Should Be Thinking About Sexual Harassment
The mere mention of chair succession can silence even the most progressive boardroom. Uncomfortable broaching this delicate topic, many boards… Continue Reading Desperately Seeking Commitment: Expectations of the Board in Chair Succession Planning
Liz spoke to the Women’s Leadership Circle on Oct. 11 about ‘The Principles of Good Governance.’ The event was hosted in partnership with… Continue Reading Principles of Good Governance
December 7, 2017 Letter #1 Dear Chair, Chair is an action, not a position. Whether you’re a first-time chair or… Continue Reading (#1) Chair is an Action, Not a Position
In the world of CEO succession planning, timing is everything. Unless your board is clairvoyant, pinpointing the perfect moment to… Continue Reading Timing is Everything: Seven factors effective CEO transition timing
February 1, 2018 Letter #3 Dear Chair, Every board is unique. Sector, organization, strategy and directors around the table guarantee… Continue Reading (#3) Leadership Lessons from the Intentional Chair
Elevate the board. Get out of the weeds. Raise your perspective. For years, governance experts have been chanting these mantras to… Continue Reading Dust off your Matrix Skills
