After the vote is taken, they act as an adult - even if they were against the action. If they simply can't tolerate the decision and it becomes a matter near impossible to deal with, they give serious consideration to leaving the board. And mixed heartily with their good judgment, trustees should bring compassion, sensitivity, and heart, combined with a strong business sense and a financial point of view. What an organization really wants in a board member is a combination of the compassion of a Mother Theresa and the business sense of a Warren Buffett. Know the Competition.
Trustees develop a good understanding of the competition.
They make certain that their organization is out front. They don't like to lose. They are winners. They understand that a good loser is a loser. Board members must want their institution to be the best.