Board & Executive Leadership

Your First 90 Days as a First-Time CFO: A Practical Playbook

Your First 90 Days as a First-Time CFO: A Practical Playbook

Executive Summary Almost every first-time CFO steps into the role carrying imposter syndrome, a calendar full of expectations, and a skill g...

How to Prepare for a Difficult Board Conversation as a CFO

How to Prepare for a Difficult Board Conversation as a CFO

Executive Summary Difficult board conversations become manageable when preparation removes surprise and clarifies the decision. Strong prepa...

3 Board Conversations Every New CFO Pre-Game (With a Reusable Script)

3 Board Conversations Every New CFO Pre-Game (With a Reusable Script)

No matter the industry, and no matter how healthy the business looks today, three board conversations show up sooner or later. A number gets...

The First 90 Days as CFO: How to Quickly Build Credibility and Take Charge

The First 90 Days as CFO: How to Quickly Build Credibility and Take Charge

Executive Summary A new CFO’s first 90 days should leave the company feeling, “We can finally trust the numbers and the finance leader behin...