Early-stage Founders often think board meetings are a huge distraction. Done wrong, that might be true. But board meetings done right are extremely high value for Founders. Running a good board meeting is a management and communication skill that, learned early on, will have compounding benefits for your company. Don’t wait until your Series A or B to take board meetings seriously. Start with principles on day one, keep things short and focused, and expand over time. The value you unlock, the communication muscle you build, and the relationships you deepen are immeasurable.