Your board report is the most important thing to keeping your board members updated on all of the important events that have occurred since the last board meeting. A well-written and concise board report can help improve the overall performance of your business and help you deliver the highest quality results for your customers.

Many companies struggle to write an executive report that will be adored by their customers. A poorly written report can lead to confusion, ineffective decision-making, and lack of clarity on the direction of your organization. Avoid these common mistakes to ensure that your board reports are efficient and efficient.

Do not include a comprehensive executive summary: The executive summary is an essential part of your report to the board. It gives your board members the context and key takeaways of every slide in your report, making it easier for them to understand and absorb the data you’re giving them.

Do not present only positive news: Presenting only positive news in your reports misleads the board and can affect their decision-making in a significant way. A good board report is honest and reflects both successes and failures to give a balanced an honest and balanced review.

Inadequately including committee reports including the status of your committees in your board report will allow your board members to keep up-to-date with the latest progress and any data room for M&A issues that might arise.

Neglecting to use visuals The board members are more likely to read and interact with your report if it contains tables, infographics, and pictures. The human brain is more at processing visual information than text alone, so make certain to incorporate some kind of visualization into your board reports.