Summary
"Many chief executives can find guidebooks or practical tools to improve their skills as supervisors, communicators, and program managers. But most chief executives also want to have a greater understanding of their responsibilities in the context of their partnership with the board, and have many f... Full description
- Introduction
- The chief executive and the board
- Underlying assumptions
- Commit to the mission
- Lead the staff and manage the organization
- Exercise responsible financial stewardship
- Lead and manage fundraising
- Follow the highest ethical standards, ensure accountability, and comply with the law
- Engage the board in planning and lead implementation
- Develop future leadership
- Build external relationships and serve as an advocate
- Ensure the quality and effectiveness of programs
- Support the board
- Conclusion
- Appendix I: Nonprofit chief executive job description
- Appendix II: Personal qualities of effective chief executives
- Appendix III: Ten questions for nonprofit chief executives
- Suggested resources
- About the author
- Author's note.