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Authentic Leadership and the CFO
There are many ways to lead an organisation and many different types of leaders. I’ve been fortunate to meet many CFOs throughout my recruitment career. Those who have really stood out to me, are individuals who have a deep understanding of themselves, including their strengths, weaknesses, values, and emotions. They can reflect on their actions and motivations, which helps them make better decisions and relate to others more
Cognitive Diversity and the Board
CMA’s Associate Director George Weston discusses the difference between diversity and cognitive diversity when it comes to hiring on the board – and warns of the risks of groupthink.
Culture, Strategy and the Role of the CFO
As a CFO, you have a significant role in shaping and influencing the culture of an organisation. While culture is often associated with the responsibility of HR or the CEO, the CFO can play a crucial part in fostering a positive culture. CMA Associate Director George Weston explores how the CFO can effect positive change on an organisation’s culture.
AI and the CFO
What does the use of ChatGPT and generative artificial intelligence (AI) mean for the CFO? With the rapid pace of progress of this technology and the surprisingly quick absorption of AI into our daily working lives, the change brings with it the question of the impact of AI in leadership. With these questions in mind, George Weston explores the future of the finance team…
Changing Jobs – The Great Resignation
The Great Resignation – the phenomenon that began in early 2021 – has seen higher-than-expected numbers of employees voluntarily leaving their jobs across the world. There has been great debate in the media in recent months over whether the trend is indeed over, or remains on going. We explore the reasons behind this and our insight on the current job market.
Does sector experience really matter as a Finance Director?
Does sector experience really matter as a Finance Director? CMA's Associate Director George Weston takes a deeper dive into this question and offers advice to aspiring FDs.