10 Reasons to Get The Director’s Handbook Today

Whether you’re considering board service or have already earned your seat at the table, one truth remains: great directors are made—not born. The Director’s Handbook is a practical, experience-rich guide that gives aspiring and current board members the tools they need to govern effectively and with confidence. Based on nearly 50 years of service on boards overseeing billions in assets and revenue, this book is your essential companion for leadership at the highest level.

Here are 10 compelling reasons to get your copy today:

1. It’s Written by a Real-World Boardroom Veteran

Author Michael Warner brings nearly five decades of continuous board service across industries—including billion-dollar corporations, healthcare networks, and major nonprofits. You’re learning from someone who has not only studied governance, but lived it.

2. Clear, Actionable Structure: The “Big 6” Framework

Unlike dense academic texts, this handbook is built around six core responsibilities: Hire, Develop, Capitalize, Measure, Incentivize, and Govern. These serve as a straightforward roadmap to boardroom success.

3. Practical Advice Over Theory

This is not a book filled with abstract frameworks or corporate buzzwords. It’s grounded in experience—what works, what doesn’t, and what to avoid. Each section outlines:

• What you must do
• What you should do
• What you could do
• And what to watch out for

4. Learn How to Lead with Integrity and Purpose

Leadership at the board level requires more than strategic thinking. This book emphasizes character, trust, and accountability—qualities that elevate good boards to great ones.

5. Covers the Tough Conversations

From executive hiring and compensation to navigating crises and acquisitions, this guide doesn’t shy away from the high-stakes decisions directors often face.

6. It’s for Both New and Experienced Directors

Whether you’re preparing for your first board seat or mentoring a new generation of leaders, The Director’s Handbook adapts to where you are in your governance journey.

7. Understand How to Build and Compensate a Strong Board

In addition to the “Big 6,” the book includes vital insights into:

• Who should be on your board
• How to fairly compensate board members
• How to govern the board itself

8. Designed for Fast Reference and Long-Term Value

You won’t need to read cover to cover to find what you need. The book is designed so you can quickly reference sections relevant to today’s challenge—and return to it again and again.

9. It’s Incredibly Affordable

At just $25, The Director’s Handbook delivers boardroom insights typically reserved for high-priced consultants or elite governance training—making it a smart investment in your leadership growth.

10. You’ll Be a More Confident, Competent Leader

Ultimately, this handbook helps you show up better prepared, more informed, and ready to fulfill your responsibilities with integrity, influence, and purpose. That benefits not just you—but every organization you serve.

Ready to Elevate Your Boardroom Impact?

Order The Director’s Handbook today and take the first step toward becoming the kind of director every organization wants—and needs—at the table.