Description

Financial leaders are trained to think in precision, logic, and structure, but many of the leaders they support (including those in the C-suite) do not. This disconnect can create frustration, misalignment, and missed opportunities. To be successful, we must refine the ability to manage and communicate effectively with leaders who do not think like you do. Learn how to translate financial insights into strategic influence, align priorities with executive leadership, and become a trusted advisor. Participants will better understand themselves and others, allowing them to tailor communication and create alignment across the organization. Working cohesively will increase profitability.

Instructor: Jane Mims, Ph.D.

Target Audience

Financial leaders, financial managers, CEOs, CFOs, controllers, accountants, board members, advisors, and consultants; CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry; business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are interested in realizing more value from the organization. Managers with staff.

Course Objectives

After attending this presentation, you will be able to...Identify key differences in how financial and non-financial leaders think and make decisions Apply techniques to manage up and influence executive leadership effectively Deliver constructive and negative feedback in a way that drives performance improvement Communicate financial information more effectively to different audiences Adjust communication style to work more effectively with others

Prerequisites

At least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience and/or at least six (6) months of professional experience in preparing or reviewing accounting processes and reports; experience working with internal clients or external clients and business leaders.