22 Traits of a Good Chairperson? Are there more?
Caroline Hayward
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22 Traits of a Good Chairperson? Are there more?
At The Chairman's Network we recently held a Coffee Meeting discussing the Role of the Chair and how to secure Chair roles. This led onto the traits of a good Chair- summarized below, in no specific order.
1. Good coaching skills to support the CEO and the team
2. Strong listening skills
3. High E.Q. to sense and identify issues within the Board dynamic
4. Equality- treating all the same
5. Strong interpersonal skills
6. Excellent conceptual skills
7. The personal touch
8. Relatable
9. Facilitation skills
10. Inspirational as a leader
11. Integrity
12. Trust
13. Be able to address dissent
14. Strategic
15. Quietly confident
16. Know yourself and where you add value
17. Humility
18. Gravitas
19. Poise
20. Inclusive
21. Consultative
22. Clarity and focus
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Leadership and Organizational Development Consultant, NED and Author of ‘The Enlightened Organization’
5 年No wonder its hard to find a good Chair! Quite a list.