Improving Financial Performance With a Cash Culture - Part I

Part I - Building a Cash-Conscious Workforce and Culture

This four-part series was developed from the webinar How to Foster a Cash Culture and Improve Financial Performance. In each section below we have included a link to the video message provided by the speakers, brief summaries of the lesson and specific actions you can take to improve the cash culture in your business.

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The CFO Success Framework: The Pillars of Excellence

The journey to CFO excellence is built upon a foundation of continuous learning, strategic thinking, and the ability to adapt in a dynamic business environment. At CFO.University, we’ve structured our teaching around a comprehensive framework that integrates leadership, accounting, finance, and treasury, each supported by core competencies essential for driving CFO and business success.

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The Evolving Role of the CFO in the D2A2 World: From Financial Steward to Strategic Leader

In today’s VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity) world, the role of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is undergoing a significant transformation. Gone are the days when the CFO’s primary responsibilities were limited to managing financial reports, budgets, and audits. Today’s CFOs are increasingly seen by the management and board as strategic leaders who provide insights that influence business strategy, identify growth opportunities, and contribute to the overall direction and performance of the company.

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Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: Why CFOs Must Take the Lead

The recent incident involving CrowdStrike and Microsoft has once again highlighted the critical importance of cybersecurity in today’s business landscape. As financial leaders, CFOs play a pivotal role in safeguarding their organizations against cyber threats. This paper outlines practical steps CFOs should take to proactively address cybersecurity challenges.

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