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Governance Made Easy Masterclass

How to Write Better Board Papers

Elevate Your Influence and Impact

Full course videos including course material

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Normally $997 per person

Available now at $497 NZD (All four sessions)

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Reporting to a board is difficult. Writing and disseminating board papers can be time consuming. And board members can be demanding, expecting high standards in the papers they receive. So how can you create papers that meet the needs of the board without consuming all your time? 

This comprehensive video program is tailored to equip business executives with the essential skills to craft persuasive and impactful board papers that leave a lasting impression and position the writer as a person the board can trust. 

Who should view

  • Founders, executives, and professionals who write papers for the board 
  • Professionals, government and commercial advisors, and others providing services, guidance, support and advice to boards 
  • Directors on boards and advisory boards 
  • Company Secretaries and others who commission board papers

 

The series includes

  • 4 x 55 minute Masterclass video sessions:
  • Session one: A board's information needs
  • Session two: Writing for boards
  • Session three: Simplifying content and structure 
  • Session four: Process and preparation of board packs
  • Course manual
  • BONUS: A copy of July Garland McLellan's latest book - Presenting to boards

 

Purchase your training videos

Normally $997 per person

Available now at $497 NZD (All four sessions)

PURCHASE YOUR COURSE

Course Outline

Your Course Tutor

Julie Garland Mclellan
COURSE TUTOR

Julie Garland McLellan

Julie is one of very few women to have a portfolio of boards including chairing an ASX listed company and is respected for her practical experience. She is a frequent speaker at conferences and a prized reference for journalists. She has developed and delivered director education for the Governance Institute of Australia, The Australian Institute of Company Directors, and leading international institutions. Julie works with company directors and chairs to help them to build the success they desire in the boardroom.

Julie Garland McLellan

Thank you for sharing your insight and experiences with us yesterday; I thoroughly enjoyed the sessions and would recommend it to anyone currently or hoping to interact with Boards on a regular basis. I look forward to reading the book and continuing to benefit from past experiences.


General Manager
Australian national not-for-profit company.

Course highlights

Expert Guidance

Julie will personally lead the live sessions, answering your questions in real time, using the chat and whiteboard, and allowing participants to speak, providing you with invaluable insights and practical tips based on her twenty-nine years’ experience of preparing and receiving board papers.

Engaging workshop

Through the hands-on workshop style format, you will apply your learnings in real-world scenarios, ensuring you grasp the concepts and can apply them effectively in your organisation.

Master the Art of Effective Communication

Understand the importance of visual elements in board papers and gain insights into creating visually appealing and data-driven presentations.

Personalised feedback

You will receive individualised feedback and recommendations to help you identify your personal strengths and areas for improvement. In group work you will experience other participants' presentations and learn to discern the most effective tools and techniques for each situation.

The Art of Engaging Visuals

Understand the importance of visual elements in board papers and gain insights into creating visually appealing and data-driven presentations. Discover, and successfully avoid, the pitfalls in data, charts and graphs to deliver easy and effective understanding of complex issues.

Best Practices and Case Studies

Explore real-world examples and best practices from successful board papers to gain inspiration and insight into what works best in various scenarios.

Excellent! Very knowledgeable, useful, practical sharing of experiences. This course is a must if you have or want to have anything to do with boards.


General Manager
Sales and Strategic Partnerships, Listed Technology Company

Purchase your training videos

Normally $997 per person

Available now at $497 NZD (All four sessions) 

PURCHASE YOUR COURSE