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EPISODE · Feb 20, 2026 · 20 MIN

How to Have an Effective Board Meeting

from Nonprofit Radio Show · host Nancy Bacon and Sarah Brooks

What if your board meetings were the most energizing hour of your month?Too often, board meetings become routine report-outs instead of spaces for real governance, strategy, and alignment. In this episode, Nancy and Sarah break down how to design meetings that are inclusive, purposeful, and focused on the conversations only the board can have.They share practical guidance on naming the purpose of each meeting, building trust and participation, using consent agendas, and strengthening the partnership between the board chair and Executive Director. What if your board adopted Sarah's 30 minutes at 30,000 feet? What would you talk about? Whether your meetings feel flat or you’re simply ready to raise the bar, this episode will help you rethink what a board meeting can be.Question to consider before listening:How would you like board members to leave your board meetings? Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend. Want to request a topic? Email us at [email protected] can also follow us on these social media channels:Facebook: www.facebook.com/nonprofitradioshowInstagram: www.instagram.com/nonprofitradioshowTwitter: @smallnonprofitsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/nonprofit-radio-show/You got this. 

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What if your board meetings were the most energizing hour of your month? Too often, board meetings become routine report-outs instead of spaces for real governance, strategy, and alignment. In this episode, Nancy and Sarah break down how to design meetings that are inclusive, purposeful, and focused on the conversations only the board can have. They share practical guidance on naming the purpose of each meeting, building trust and participation, using consent agendas, and strengthening the pa...

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