Finance Leadership Blog

Working in a start-up or fast-growth business is a whirlwind experience. The pace is exhilarating, but it can often lead to a workday that feels more reactive than proactive. It's all too easy to...

Becoming a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is as much about cultivating your mindset as it is about upskilling and improving your professional capabilities.

It’s a common misconception that...

As we are starting to see artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, a pressing question pops up for finance professionals:

Will AI replace accountants?

The simple answer is no –...

In the ecosystem of start-ups, trust stands as a cornerstone for success.  Getting trust as a new comer can take time and energy.  And in the long term, if your employees, suppliers and...

As a finance professional, whether you're training to become a CFO or already a Finance Director, continual personal and professional growth is essential.

Jack Canfield's "The Success Principles,"...

With both start-ups and scale-ups, the value of financial literacy extends far beyond the finance department.

Imagine a team where every member, from the most junior role to non-finance managers...

For start-ups, establishing, growing, and nurturing investor relations is vital.

With stakeholders watching every financial move and decision, the role of a Finance Director, often synonymous...

It's been a year.

One whole year since I started this blog, and I must say, what an exhilarating journey it has been.

Today, I want to shift gears a bit and talk about something that's not often...

With most companies, but particularly startups and fast-growth companies, cash is undeniably king.

Yet, it’s not just about how much money you raise; it’s about how long you can make it...

In the volatile world of startups, each hiring decision can be the difference between scaling up and slowing down.

For Founders and Finance Directors alike, the adage 'hire slow, fire fast' is more...

In the fast-paced world of start-ups, the relationships you build and nurture can significantly influence your success in your career.  It takes time to build these relationships, however you...

I read an interesting post from Justin Welsh who is a marketer and business owner whereby asking yourself 8 questions relatively regularly you can really transform your week.

I have implemented...