Welcome to the second in a series of articles that examine the collective dysfunctional behaviour of the boards that lead some of our businesses and organisations. Last time, I introduced you to the concept of four types of dysfunctional behaviour that boards, collectively, can demonstrate. They are represented by the black swan, the red goose, the lions and eagles, and the white elephant.
In this article, we focus specifically on "The Red Goose." This behaviour often manifests in boards that are overly focused on legacy processes, failing to adapt to the changing landscape, and exhibiting a "follow-the-leader" mentality that stifles innovation and critical oversight.