In this lesson, we will focus on the importance of conducting an aspirational review during board meetings. An aspirational review is a structured conversation that helps boards align their vision, mission, and values with their strategic goals. It allows board members to reflect on their organization's purpose and long-term objectives, ensuring that their decisions are in line with their overarching mission.

During the aspirational review, board members will discuss their organization's core values, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. This analysis helps boards identify areas where they can improve and grow, as well as potential risks that need to be mitigated. By engaging in these essential conversations, boards can ensure that they are staying true to their mission and making strategic decisions that will lead to long-term success.

Key Lesson Concepts:

• Importance of conducting an aspirational review during board meetings
• Alignment of vision, mission, and values with strategic goals
• Discussion of core values, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats
• Identifying areas for improvement and growth
• Mitigating potential risks through strategic decision-making