TLDR Founders · STRATEGIES & TACTICS

CLOSED BOARD SESSIONS: FRIEND OR FOE?

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Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

Great boards need space to think out loud. When your investor asks for closed sessions, they're not plotting a coup – they're building you a feedback loop. This piece explains why these private meetings can be valuable tools for company governance and feedback, rather than threats. It outlines two types of closed sessions - board-only and board minus CEO - and provides guidance on implementing them effectively.