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# How to Deal With Five Tricky Types of Corporate Directors

MIT Sloan Management Review offers a practical typology of difficult boardroom personalities that leaders encounter and how to manage each to keep discussion constructive. The piece speaks to boardroom dynamics and the chair's role in channeling debate productively rather than letting dominant or disengaged directors weaken challenge. It is actionable for chairs and CEOs seeking healthier, more candid board interactions.

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MIT Sloan Management Review (https://sloanreview.mit.edu/landing_page/strategy/)

Topic: Boardroom Performance: https://lyoenandpartners.com/insights/topic/boardroom-performance

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