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Jodi Butts Sep 24, 2026

What Makes a Great Director? The Watson Director Competency Framework

Skills and experience tell you what a director brings to the table. Competencies tell you how they will contribute. Here…

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Elizabeth (Liz) Watson Oct 29, 2024
Celebrating Women’s History Month: Reflecting on the Journey of Women on Boards

As Women’s History Month draws to a close, I have been reflecting on the increased role women have been playing…

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Kayleigh Donahue Oct 24, 2024
From Conflict to Clarity: How Boards Can Manage Conflict of Interest

Conflicts of interest can compromise trust, decision-making, and organizational integrity. This article outlines practical steps for identifying, disclosing, and managing…

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Watson Oct 17, 2024
Women at Work: Reflections from Our Team in Honour of Women’s History Month

The 2024 theme for Women’s History Month is Women at Work: Economic Growth Past, Present and Future, encouraging us to…

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Watson Sep 30, 2024
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Each year, on September 30th, the Watson offices observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, encouraging team members to…

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Jodi Butts Sep 23, 2024
Top 5 Workplace Culture Myths

As boards grapple with the challenges of shaping the modern workplace, they can often stumble over certain myths that undermine…

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Rachel O'Connor Sep 17, 2024
Shaping, Evaluating, and Developing Your Board

Strong boards don’t just happen; they are built through deliberate composition, evaluation, and development. This article outlines four essential practices:…

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Rachel O'Connor Jul 31, 2024
CEO Transition Challenges: Tough Questions and Hard Truths

CEO transitions are among the board’s most critical responsibilities—and often the most complex. Drawing from deep experience, we share the…

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Watson May 30, 2024
Enhancing Board Effectiveness: A Layered Approach to Governance

You may have noticed a few changes to our look and feel over the past few months at Watson –…

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Rachel O'Connor May 14, 2024
Navigating Board Composition in Election-Appointment Environments

Boards operating in member-based environments where directors are elected or appointed often face challenges in shaping their composition. This article…

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