A successful board chairperson must perform a wide range of activities and responsibilities. This book draws on the experiences of chairmen in both the commercial and non-commercial sectors. The many topics include: the board's proper role, focusing on strategic issues, monitoring the enterprise, shareholders and stakeholders, board composition, managing the board's business, managing board relationships, and assessing and improving effectiveness. This new edition is required reading for anyone chairing a board who wants to examine the range of their activities and improve their performance.
