board

also referred to as: boards · the board

3 statements across 3 episodes · 1 bullish · 1 bearish · 2 people on the record · first statement Nov 24, 2020 by Roger Martin · across every show →

Everything said about board, oldest first

Nov 24, 2020 negative
Insight
Roger Martin: Motivations like pay and prestige undermine corporate board effectiveness
“I think the only useful reason for wanting to be on a board is is that you think a well-functioning board is integral to the success of democratic capitalism. Now, how many people think that that's the reason for being on a board? Not, not many. Like, and most…”
Roger Martin Nov 24, 2020 ▶ 45:52 #97 Roger Martin: Forward Thinking
Apr 8, 2025
Insight
True Corporate Power Comes From Equity Ownership, Not Executive Titles
“Titles alone didn't guarantee authority. CEOs holding little equity can be removed by boards or investors, whereas those with controlling stakes can dictate strategy and vision despite opposition.”
Shane Parrish Apr 8, 2025 ▶ 1:10:38 Cornelius Vanderbilt: The First Tycoon [Outliers]
Sep 23, 2025 positive
Assertion Supported
Ed Stack Retained Board Control With 5 Seats to VCs' 2
“Had kept control of the board with five seats to there too, but six million dollars doesn't come free, it comes with high expectations.”
Shane Parrish Sep 23, 2025 ▶ 48:03 Ed Stack: Lessons from Dick’s Sporting Goods [Outliers]
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