Harvard Business Review Board Member's Handbook: How to Win Your Seat, Build Value, and Lead with Impact (HBR Handbooks)

Become the best board member you can be-and build a high-performing board around you. Boards have become increasingly vital in this era of transformation, and you feel called to serve as a director.But high performance in the boardroom is a unique challenge-building and leading a governing board are skills you must develop. The Harvard Business Review Board Member's Handbook is a practical, comprehensive guide to effective governance.Drawing on vivid insider accounts of boardroom excellence from companies worldwide, it provides clear frameworks, checklists, and step-by-step tools to help you navigate strategy, assess risk, and make high-stakes decisions. You'll learn how to position yourself for the right board roles, build your influence, help design a strong boardroom architecture, and recruit the highest-quality executive and director talent. Whether you're seeking your first board seat or expanding your impact as a seasoned director, this trusted resource will help you serve your b