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Posts Tagged ‘COVID-19’

When public pressure is intense, what can you do?

By Ann Macfarlane | January 21, 2021 | 4

At a recent workshop, a director from a school board split by pandemic-related decisions asked me what board members can do in the face of intense public pressure. These are…

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Essential tips for effective online meetings

By Ann Macfarlane | March 25, 2020

  Moving your meeting online presents special challenges. Here are our best tips for success. Make sure you can meet this way. Refer to state law and your bylaws to…

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When COVID-19 cancels your meeting

By Ann Macfarlane | March 23, 2020 | 10

  Updated 5/11/2020   We’re having to adjust to a different world right now. In general, it’s always best to have an in-person meeting on matters of great importance. This provides…

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