Leadership Archives - CFO

Naming An Interim CFO Has Its Benefits

Naming An Interim CFO Has Its Benefits

Appointing an interim CFO need not be avoided at all costs, according to a new study.

By Vincent Ryan | August 5, 2022

CFO to CEO: Lean Into the Unfamiliar

CFO to CEO: Lean Into the Unfamiliar

CFOs face the toughest odds of outperforming as CEOs because they often focus on profitability at the expense of revenue growth.

By Claudius A. Hildebrand, Jenna Bayard, and Joel von Ranson | July 22, 2022

CFO Communication Skills: ‘Invest in Empathy’

CFO Communication Skills: ‘Invest in Empathy’

Strengthen your communication skills by being self-aware, getting feedback, and investing in professional development.

By Sandra Beckwith | July 15, 2022

What Do CEOs Want From Their CFOs?

What Do CEOs Want From Their CFOs?

Here are five ways that chief financial officers can meet the wish lists of today’s chief executive officers.

By Didi Gurfinkel | July 8, 2022

A 10-Step Playbook for New PE-Backed CFOs

A 10-Step Playbook for New PE-Backed CFOs

For the first 100 days to be a success, the plan must focus on measuring, managing, and scaling.

By Hal Polley and Barclay Stanton | June 22, 2022

7 Core Skills of Great CFOs

7 Core Skills of Great CFOs

Communication, data analysis, and tech savvy are just some of the core skills needed to further the company's mission.

By Sandra Beckwith | June 6, 2022

Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’

Michael Bayer: ‘CFOs Are Storytellers’

And the story needs to resonate — with employees, customers, investors, and vendors, said the Wasabi Technologies CFO.

By Andy Burt | May 19, 2022

To the New or Aspiring CFO

To the New or Aspiring CFO

Use this advice to maximize success in your new role.

By Greg Milano | March 23, 2022

Help Employees Find Purpose Again

Help Employees Find Purpose Again

For a more productive and connected workforce, leaders need to build a collective sense of purpose in the remote work environment.

By Brian Peccarelli | February 16, 2022

Welcome (back) to CFO

Welcome (back) to CFO

Let's get started. Again.

By Andy Burt | January 18, 2022

2022 Outlook: CFOs’ 4 realms of risk

2022 Outlook: CFOs’ 4 realms of risk

2022 is a pivotal year for CFOs. A mixed economic bag and the impact of COVID-19 leaves finance chiefs with big challenges to navigate.

By Vincent Ryan | January 18, 2022

CFOs on the Move: Week Ending January 15

CFOs on the Move: Week Ending January 15

CFOs are already finding new opportunities early in 2022.

By Vincent Ryan | January 18, 2022

JetBlue Veteran Hurley Named Permanent CFO

JetBlue Veteran Hurley Named Permanent CFO

"We’re committed to rebuilding margins, maintaining our focus on costs, and repairing our balance sheet to help us continue to thrive.”

By Matthew Heller | September 8, 2021

Help Employees Thrive During Disruption

Help Employees Thrive During Disruption

When employees feel they have no control over their futures or fear what comes next, productivity, innovation, and collaboration stall.

By Vanessa Akhtar and Laurin Parthemos | August 30, 2021

Exxon Turns to Outsider Mikells as New CFO

Exxon Turns to Outsider Mikells as New CFO

Kathryn Mikells's appointment "is clearly a first move for what will be a change in management and tone."

By Matthew Heller | July 20, 2021