"A guide for Kiwi board members: the first NZ specific book in a long time; discover the dos & donts of governance; gain practical wisdom and insights; develop leadership skills to help run the organisation effectively; be a successful director from the word go. Be confident, be effective. Being a not-for-profit board member is rewarding and a great way to give back to the community, but its daunting if youre not sure what you are letting yourself in for. Getting to Grips with Not-for-Profit Governance explains the complex world of governance in a simple, digestible way so that anyone can be a useful and effective board member."--Publishers website.