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How to Write a Board Report

Whether you need to create an executive report for the first time or revising an existing one there are specific actions you need to take in order to ensure it will meet the needs of your audience. With these suggestions https://boardroomlife.com/four-critical-factors-that-impact-nonprofit-success/ will ensure that your report addresses all issues your board members are concerned about and gives them the necessary information to effectively manage the business.

Know your audience

Consider the individual needs of every board member and how they connect to the information you the report. If you have a member on your board who has an experience in finance, they will be interested in figures on revenue and other financial information. If you have a member of your board who has worked in your industry for a long time they’ll be interested in the latest developments and trends. Knowing the members of your board can help you anticipate their questions and help you plan a productive meeting.

Show, don’t tell

Your board members will be eager to learn the real-time information about how your company is doing. Be honest, both in the bad and the good. This will enable them to make the best possible decisions for your organization. Only providing positive or negative information could lead to a bias in the board’s decision-making and negatively impact the outcome. It is also crucial to include negatives in the board report, to allow the board to make an informed decision.

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