Building a Board of Advisers


Recent Building a Board of Advisers Articles

Let Some Outsiders Govern the Family Business

By Ralph Ward |  Jan 1, 1999

The case for tapping outside directors for family-run businesses and tips for bringing them aboard.  Read more

Turn Your Directors into Floor Walkers

By Ralph Ward |  Jan 1, 1999

Sure, your directors are contributing in the boardroom. But do they walk the walk for your company on their own time?  Read more

Tips for Board Benchmarking

By Ralph Ward |  Jan 1, 1999

If you really want to improve your corporate board, try sharing best practices with other company boards.  Read more

Shopping for Board Members

By Stephanie L Gruner |  Aug 1, 1997

One founder of Ganymede Software cold calls local techies and successful entrepreneurs.  Read more

In Practice: Boardroom Confessions

By Stephanie L. Gruner |  Aug 1, 1997

Ever wondered what goes on behind closed boardroom doors? Here's the scoop.  Read more

Boards That Are Not Bored

By Bradley Feld |  Feb 1, 1997

Invigorate your company by putting outsiders on your board. An experienced board member offers basics on size, compensation, and how best to keep your board ...  Read more