Addressing Sarcastic or Undermining Comments from Board Directors in Private
Allowing a board director to make snide comments in board meetings undermines CEO authority. Here is how to reset the professional standard in a 1-on-1 private call.
Amit KasliwalCEO & Founder, Dehurdle
May 29, 20234 min read
The Private Board Alignment Script
Recommended Spoken Script
What to say in private: "Robert, I value your strategic wisdom on our board. During yesterday's meeting, your comment regarding 'marketing vanity metrics' created an adversarial tone in front of the executive team. I welcome your direct critical challenge, but I ask that we debate operational concerns constructively so our team remains focused on execution."
The 2-Minute Practice Drill
2-Minute Spoken Drill
The 2-Minute Practice Drill
Practice board director alignment calls in Dehurdle.