Board Connect’s Post

🚀 Unlock Growth Opportunities as an Independent Director! 🌐 Are you ready for a transformative career move? Consider the impactful role of an independent non-executive director – a key contributor to strategic decision-making and governance. Here's why you should explore this exciting journey: 🔍 What does an independent, non-executive director do? Impartial guidance to decision-making and oversight. Expertise in fields like finance, HR, and marketing. Ensures compliance with the law, charter, and ethical expectations. 🌐 Why appoint an independent director? Access to diverse insights and perspectives. Demonstrates commitment to proper oversight and governance. Adds invaluable knowledge, skills, and economic understanding. 🌟 Skills and traits of a great independent director: Solid judgment and problem-solving skills. Financial literacy and industry knowledge. Effective communication and team-building abilities. 🔗 How can you become an independent non-executive director? Seize the opportunity! Apply for vacancies, understand the company's governance, and demonstrate your commitment to making a lasting impact. 🚀 Benefits of being an independent director: Gain broader insights into a company’s operations. Exercise sound judgment for strategic decisions. Unlock career growth and rewarding challenges. 🎓 Enhance your career with the Diploma in Corporate Governance! Equip yourself with practical knowledge and a global mindset to succeed as a respected board member. Join now for expert mentoring and comprehensive support! #BoardLeadership #CorporateGovernance #CareerGrowth

Stop applying to CFO jobs. Start applying to companies that need a CFO's skills but haven't listed the job yet. Big difference. Bigger opportunity. → Research companies experiencing growth or restructuring. They may need financial leadership. → Reach out to decision-makers directly. Show them the value you can bring. #CFOJobs

Most CEOs spend 80% of their time doing activities they don’t enjoy and don’t excel at. When it’s time to delegate (so you can focus on where you deliver unique value), you may not have the right resources! That means you have to hire. For example, if you want to offload financial management, you will likely want to bring on a CFO, controller, or fractional finance executive. If technology implementation, operations management, or business development efforts tend to drain you, consider a CIO/CTO, general manager, or sales director. Establishing a quality senior team is one of the keys to a more saleable business. It’s a small step you take today to prepare for a great leap in revenue, innovation, and quality of life tomorrow. To learn what tasks you should delegate, try out our 80/20 exercise! https://lnkd.in/duSpnV_H #CEO #BusinessOwner #Delegate #Team https://lnkd.in/dNrcjf3Q

Are you considering hiring a Finance Manager? 🤔 The right person can drive your company’s growth and stability by seamlessly integrating leadership, financial management, and strategic planning. When you're looking to hire, consider these essential questions to delve deeper into the candidate’s skillset and ensure they’re the perfect fit. 👉 Follow us for more insights and tips on building a high-performing finance team. #TalentWeb #FinanceManager

What Essential Qualities Do CEOs Seek When Hiring a CFO? Answers: https://lnkd.in/g582mWEg #CFOQualities #Leadership #BusinessSuccess Hey everyone! I’ve been diving deep into the world of executive roles, especially focusing on what makes a stellar CFO. If you were in a position like CEO or a business owner, what key traits would you look for in a CFO? 🤔 It’s a fascinating topic because the needs of a business can vary so much. Here are a few things I think could really make a difference: Experience: While a solid background in finance is crucial, how important is it for a CFO to have specific industry experience? Should they come from a similar field, or can diverse backgrounds bring fresh perspectives? Financial Acumen: Obviously, having strong financial skills is a must. But how do you balance those skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and give clear insights? 📊 Soft Skills: Can a CFO’s communication and leadership skills be even more critical than their technical abilities? Being able to convey financial strategies to the board and the whole team could make or break a company’s vision. Adaptability: In our ever-changing bus...

👉 What makes you a great Interim Manager?  💬 many years of professional experience in managerial positions in various organizations and industries 💬 knowledge and skills in project and business management, including controlling, cost budgeting, finance 💬 experience in managing human teams 💬 project approach &  strategic perspective 💬 self-discipline 💬 communication skills, including ease of establishing contacts and relationships 💬 determination to achieve set goals and resistance to stress 💬 ability to make decisions and take responsibility for them. What companies and recruiters expect from Interim Managers is different from the offer of a permanent employee. Even, if you tick all of the above, you might not be familiar with the process and this is absolutely alright. You may feel the need for some mentoring and advice, while you are getting prepared for new life style. We are at your side all along the way – sharing experience, offering advice, finding best options and supporting your landing in the new role. www.nuvadis.com #InterimManagement #Business #Expert

🌟 From Blank Canvases to Superstars: The Power of Potential 🌟 In my experience, hiring individuals with no experience can be a game-changer. Over the years, I’ve turned several blank canvases into top performers by focusing on three key qualities: positive mindset, passion, and willingness to work hard. Few years ago, I took a chance on someone who have shown these traits. Today, they’ve been promoted to a senior level, excelling beyond expectations. This success came from their eagerness to take on extra work, learn, and grow without hesitation. Recently, I made a similar decision, and I encourage my fellow CFOs and financial professionals: don’t shy away from taking a risk on someone without experience. If they have the right qualities, the results can be phenomenal. I also provided opportunities for individuals to work voluntarily and gain experience. Many have leveraged this experience to secure jobs elsewhere, proving that dedication and passion can turn potential into performance. For those seeking to gain experience and secure a job, embrace opportunities to work hard and learn. Your dedication and passion can make a significant difference. From a CFO, who was also given a chance................. #Leadership #TalentDevelopment #Hiring #Finance #CareerGrowth

Friday Job Search Tip - How to Ask for Help (Sharing some of my observations from coaching job seekers) When someone asks you how they can help, don't answer vaguely with, "let me know if you see anything that might be a fit." That isn't going to lead anywhere. Your friends/colleagues WANT to help, but you have to help them to help you. Be specific. Think of the type of role you are targeting, and who would be the hiring manager. Jobs are good, warm contacts are crucial. I'll use my background as an example: --Targeted Roles: VP/SVP of Finance/CFO, Pricing/Analytics, or Commercial Excellence roles --Targeted Managers: CFO's, Business Line Presidents, Chief Revenue Officers Then ask, "Who springs to mind?" That's WHO you want to be introduced to. That's HOW they can help. #jobsearch #career #talent #recruiting

Are you wanting to take that next step in your career? Maybe you’re an FD and you want to become a CFO. Maybe you’re a Financial Controller and you want to become a Finance Director. You tell yourself you really want to step up, but you have self doubt. You have not done the job before. You are not sure what it takes. You are not sure whether you can do it. You look at your CV and think about the experience you have and compare that to what is required in the job description. You think about conversations with recruiters and how you need to convince them to consider you for the role. All of these thoughts hold you back. They impact your #confidence. You tell yourself you are an FD, you look at the job description and tell yourself that these tasks require a CFO to do them. Of which you are not. So what you can you do about it? Start being that CFO. When situations arise, ask yourself what would I do if I was being the CFO? What would I say? What actions would I take? How would I be thinking? The more you can start being that CFO. You will start to act more like a CFO. Others will start to view you more of a CFO. And most importantly you will start to see yourself more like a #CFO, the result of which will be, that you are more likely to take the actions required to take that next step up in your career. #mindset #coaching #leadershipdevelopment #leadership #finance

🔍What is the career background of an Interim Manager? 👉Interim managers typically hail from a diverse range of professional backgrounds, bringing a rich tapestry of experiences to the table. Many have extensive executive or senior management experience in various industries. They might have held positions such as CEO, CFO, COO or heads of specific departments. The common thread among interim managers is their seasoned expertise and a track record of successfully navigating challenges. Their backgrounds often showcase adaptability, as they may have worked in different sectors or taken on diverse roles throughout their careers. This magnitude of experience equips them with the agility needed to tackle the unique demands of interim management roles. 🚀 Do you agree that an interim manager must be always overqualified for the mission? #interimmanagement #careerpath #businessinsights