CFO Competencies

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Become a C-Suite Business Leader

CFOs do more than lead the finance team. As a board member, you are a key business leader — trusted...
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The CFO’s Non-Negotiable: A Strategic Finance Function

Being a CFO isn’t just about having a financial plan—it’s about having a plan for finance. Your finance function must...
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How to Assess if an Acquisition is Worth it?

For CFOs and finance leaders, understanding acquisitions is crucial to driving growth. Acquisitions can be a powerful strategy for businesses...
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Why 70% of M&As Fail — And How CFOs Can Beat the Odds

Did you know that nearly 70% of mergers and acquisitions fail to meet their financial goals? This highlights why every...
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Harnessing AI: Revolutionizing Finance Through Structured Data

The Transformative Power of AI in Finance In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer for various...
CFOs Guide to Business Valuation
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CFOs Guide to Business Valuation

A PwC report found that 70% of mergers and acquisitions fail due to misvaluations or misalignment between buyer and seller...
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The CFO’s Strategic Role in Driving Business Success

The Commercial Mindset competency contains the following five skills: Understand the Business: Learn how the business works, its previous journey, the...
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CFOs Guide to Strategic Fundraising Success

As a CFO, mastering the fundraising process is crucial for business growth. From identifying opportunities and assessing risks to building...
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Why Every Aspiring CFO Should Master FP&A

Mastering Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is a game-changer for aspiring CFOs. In this blog, we explore why FP&A is...
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CFOs Guide to Successful Change Management

For CFOs, a structured measurement process is essential for successful change management. Without clear metrics, projects may lack accountability and...