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Governance
Volunteer Management
Ways to Demonstrate Respect for Board Members
- Remember that board members have the same rights, feelings and
emotions that you do.
- When you ask for an appointment, explain what you want to talk
about
- Remember that board members are volunteers, not paid staff.
- Adhere to agreed-upon time schedules.
- Acknowledge accomplishments of board members.
- Always supply accurate and sufficient information.
- Call each meeting with a board member at a time that is convenient
for the volunteer.
- Respond to a board member's requests for information as soon
as possible.
- Never send out a letter under a board member's signature without
prior consultation.
- Don't try to manipulate board members in order to achieve a
desired decision. Always check before committing a board member's
time.
Adapted from Judy Kent, Effective Organizations - A Consultant's
Resource.
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