Boardroom programs are a great way for aspiring directors and managers to develop the competencies, networks and knowledge required to be effective leaders at the highest level of business. The programs include workshops, mentoring and specialized training. Some programs assist participants in identifying their leadership style, and comprehend how it affects their decision-making.

The most effective boardroom programs are designed to give participants the opportunity to make the leap from being an employee or a mid-level manager to a full-time member of a board. This transition puts them in the position of having to think differently, consider their opinions and biases as part of a group, and make decisions together. It is a powerful and challenging experience that will make them better future senior managers.

By consciously framing the topic, you can overcome the barriers to critical thinking in a discussion. This is important because the way in which an issue is defined can influence how it is discussed and interpreted by other people. For example, labeling an issue as a "problem can trigger more defensive responses than if it were described as an opportunity.

A digital boardroom can remove some of the barriers to critical thought by making it easier for everyone to access the information they need. Digital boardrooms offer more precise information than paperboards. They can reveal the amount of a document that has been read, and also where and when the directors have added annotations. They also can save time by removing the need to print and distribute board books as well as saving money on the time and materials needed for preparing them.

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