The Board–CEO Relationship
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The Board–CEO Relationship

Practise how boards and chairs work effectively with the CEO, including setting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), reviewing performance, addressing concerns, and managing the relationship between the Chair and the full board.

15-20 minutes
Foundation
Last updated Aug 2026

What You'll Learn

This PracticeLab quiz helps you revisit the essential concepts that guide safe, quality practice. Answer the questions, read the explanations, and build confidence in the knowledge you bring to your role.

  1. 1

    Setting the CEO’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    Understand how the board sets clear, meaningful KPIs aligned with organisational strategy.

  2. 2

    Running the CEO Performance Review

    Learn how the board assesses CEO performance, provides feedback, and supports development.

  3. 3

    Handling a Struggling CEO

    Understand how boards respond when CEO performance is below expectations, including support, accountability, and appropriate action.

  4. 4

    Chair vs Board: Who Owns the Conversation?

    Learn when the Chair leads the relationship with the CEO and when matters need to be discussed or decided by the full board.