Achievement Orientation in Finance: How to Set and Meet High Standards
Achievement Orientation in Finance: How to Set and Meet High Standards As a CFO, you play a key role in setting the tone for performance in your organisation. Achievement orientation is about more than meeting deadlines or hitting financial targets—it’s about consistently striving for excellence and encouraging your team to do the same. The good […
Balancing Cost and Service in Financial Management: A CFO’s Perspective
Balancing Cost and Service in Financial Management: A CFO’s Perspective Every decision a CFO makes carries weight on the bottom line, the team’s efficiency, and the overall direction of the business. One of the toughest challenges in this role is finding the right balance between controlling costs and delivering the quality of service that stakeho
Strategic Alliances: Creating Value Through Partnership
Strategic Alliances: Creating Value Through Partnership “Two heads are better than one”—a cliché in conversation but a powerful truth in business. In a competitive market, the most successful companies don’t just compete—they collaborate. Strategic alliances, where businesses join forces to share resources, expertise, and market opportuniti
Achieving the Right Balance of Risk and Return in Corporate Investments
Achieving the Right Balance of Risk and Return in Corporate Investments When handling corporate investments, CFOs often face the balancing act between risk and return. Striking this balance is key to ensuring a company’s growth while protecting it from financial shocks. Here’s a practical look at some key strategies to help you maximise returns while [&he
Navigating Market Shifts: Practical Finance Strategies for South African Businesses
Navigating Market Shifts: Practical Finance Strategies for South African Businesses The economy is in constant motion, and financial strategies that worked last year may not hold up today. In markets businesses face a mix of global influences, currency shifts, and regional economic trends that can impact everything from cash flow to expansion plans. Adapting
Accountability in Finance Teams, Methods and Benefits
Accountability in Finance Teams, Methods and Benefits Accountability is a big deal in any business, but for finance teams, it’s especially important. When everyone in the team knows what they’re responsible for and owns their tasks, things run smoothly. So, how can you build accountability in your finance team, and what are the benefits of [&helli
Value Creation through Effective Financial Projects
Value Creation through Effective Financial Projects In today’s fast-paced business environment, the role of a CFO goes far beyond managing the financials. CFOs are now key players in driving value for their organisations. One of the most effective ways to create value is through well-executed financial projects. When managed effectively, these projects
Diverse Teams, Unified Goals: Managing Multifaceted Finance Staff
Diverse Teams, Unified Goals: Managing Multifaceted Finance Staff In today’s dynamic business environment, finance teams have evolved into diverse groups with different skills, experiences, and perspectives. Managing these multifaceted teams requires a fresh approach, particularly for CFOs who are tasked with not only overseeing financial performance but al
Translating Financial Performance into Tangible Results: A CFO’s Guide
Translating Financial Performance into Tangible Results: A CFO’s Guide In the dynamic world of finance, one of the greatest challenges for CFOs is translating financial performance into tangible results. It’s not just about numbers on a spreadsheet; it’s about making those numbers work in the real world, driving business growth, and making a measura
Cost-Effective Strategies for Maximizing Capital Employed
Cost-Effective Strategies for Maximizing Capital Employed As a CFO, one of the critical tasks is to ensure that capital employed in your business is used efficiently to generate the highest possible returns. Maximizing capital employed doesn’t always require hefty investments; instead, you can use cost-effective strategies to ensure that every rand work