Board directors operate in an environment of high complexity and volatility. The question isn't whether crises will occur—it's whether directors have the skills, judgment, and relationships to navigate them effectively.
In this episode of Leadership Lounge, we talk to two of our trusted advisors—Gwenael Quere and Ted Dysart—who share their perspectives on:
The key skills effective board directors utilize during periods of sustained uncertainty
When it's appropriate to step in versus trust management to handle critical decisions
How to balance individual perspective with building board consensus during volatile moments
The best approach for managing competing demands when serving on multiple boards facing simultaneous challenge
Ted Dysart
Leadership Advisor, Russell Reynolds Associates
(01.50) The key skills board directors should utilize during sustained volatility
(03.31) The art of asking the right questions without creating traps for management
(05.44) How to decide when to step in versus when to let management handle critical decisions
(09.45) Balancing individual perspective with creating board consensus during periods of volatility
(11.16) How to manage time and energy when serving on multiple boards facing simultaneous challenges
(13.42) How directors can remain mentally sharp and objective during prolonged uncertainty
(15.28) Why directors should never let a good crisis go to waste