Course curriculum

  • 01

    Board Training: Introduction

    • Welcome to the Board Training Program

    • Building a Strong Foundation for Board Leadership
  • 02

    The Three Way Relationship | National, State, and Local

    • The Three Way Relationship | Introduction

    • Meet Our Expert | Emily Girard from Unlock MLS

    • 1.1 Foundations and Structures

    • Foundations & Structures: Understanding the Three-Way Agreement

    • 1.2 Roles and Responsibilities

    • Roles & Responsibilities: Staying in Your Lane

    • 1.3 Shared Obligations

    • Shared Obligations: Keeping the System Aligned

    • 1.4 Benefits and Challenges

    • Benefits & Challenges: Amplifying Purpose Through Partnership

    • 1.5 Key Takeaways

    • Key Takeaways & Reflections: Leading with Confidence and Collaboration

    • Conclusion | Three-Way Agreement: From Structure to Leadership

    • Handout | The Three Way Relationship

    • Chapter 1 | Knowledge Check

  • 03

    Robert's Rules of Order | Keeping Order and Momentum

    • Introduction to Robert’s Rules of Order

    • Meet Our Expert | Roxie Glenn from MetroTex

    • 2.1 Why Robert's Rules Matter

    • Fair and Orderly Meetings: Why Robert’s Rules Matter

    • 2.2 Structure and Flow

    • Structure and Flow: How Meetings Stay on Track

    • 2.3 Making Motions

    • Making Motions: The Foundation of Fair Decisions

    • 2.4 The Chair's Role

    • The Chair’s Role and Meeting Master

    • Conclusion| Applying Robert’s Rules in Real Life

    • Handout | Robert's Rules

    • Chapter 2 | Knowledge Check
  • 04

    Communicate to Collaborate | The DISC Assessment and Boards

    • Introduction: Communication and Board Effectiveness

    • Meet Our Expert | Jonathan Moerbe from Rialto Academy

    • 3.1 Introduction to the DISC

    • The DISC and Why It Matters

    • 3.2 What Is the DISC?

    • Understanding the Four DISC Styles

    • 3.3 Diving into the DISC

    • Seeing Yourself Through the DISC Lens

    • 3.4 Blending the DISC with Each Style

    • Adapting to Others on Your Board

    • 3.5 The DISC and Your Board

    • Understanding Your Board’s Communication Mix

    • 3.6 DISC Pull It All Together

    • Communicating Through Differences

    • 3.7 DISC Q&A

    • Applying DISC Beyond the Boardroom

    • Rialto Board Training Handout - DISC Quick Reference

    • Chapter 3 | Knowledge Check

    • Chapter Conclusion: Putting It All Together