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Why Every Aspiring CFO Needs a Seat at the Leadership Table finance career finance leadership imposter syndrome relationships Nov 28, 2024

The role of a finance leader in a startup or scale-up is far from the back-office number-crunching stereotype of the past.

Today, the Startup CFO is a part of the leadership team, actively shaping...

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5 steps to Navigating the CFO Path in a Startup or Scale-Up finance career finance leadership Nov 14, 2024

Advancing to the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in a startup or scale-up environment requires more than just financial expertise.

It’s a dynamic road that calls for adaptability,...

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Introduction to Fundraising and Fundraising Terms 101 founders fundraise start-ups & fast growth businesses strategy Oct 31, 2024

Fundraising is a big part of any start-up or scale-up, especially when the company looks to expand, develop new products, or enter new markets.

At its core, fundraising involves obtaining capital...

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How to Manage Investor Expectations in Start-ups founders fundraise relationships reporting start-ups & fast growth businesses Oct 17, 2024

Managing investors effectively is a crucial task for finance leaders in start-ups and scale-ups.

Developing these relationships can be tricky.

By ensuring open, clear communication and aligning...

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Finance Tech Stack Recommendations: September 2024 start-ups & fast growth businesses tech Oct 03, 2024

Managing financial processes effectively is critical, particularly within a start-up or scale-up where resources are limited.

A strong finance tech stack ensures efficiency, accuracy, and...

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Why a mentor could be great for your leadership career finance career relationships Sep 26, 2024

If you're aiming to become a CFO, one of the most powerful assets you can have is a mentor.

A mentor not only provides guidance, but they can also help you develop leadership skills, navigate...

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Understanding Convertible Loan Notes for Start-up Financing founders fundraise treasury Sep 12, 2024

Convertible Loan Notes (CLNs) have become a popular instrument for start-ups looking to raise funds, especially now, as some start-ups need to find a quick way to raise funds in between the larger...

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Time Management Hack for Aspiring CFOs: The Eisenhower Matrix finance leadership strategy time management Aug 29, 2024

New and aspiring CFOs need robust time management techniques to stay ahead, particularly within start-ups and scale-ups where you can easily spend your whole time fire-fighting.

One powerful tool...

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The Role of a CFO in Product Development in 5 steps finance leadership relationships start-ups & fast growth businesses strategy tech Aug 22, 2024

As part of business partnering and setting operational goals or priorities as a finance leader - understanding how to challenge the business or what your role is when reviewing the product and tech...

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Building Confidence as a New CFO in Start-ups finance career finance leadership imposter syndrome Aug 15, 2024

Stepping into the role of CFO in a start-up can be daunting, but building confidence is key to thriving in this position. Here are some strategies to help you establish yourself as a confident...

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Building a High-Performance Finance Team in Start-Ups and Scale-Ups finance leadership hr Aug 08, 2024

Creating a high-performance finance team is pretty important for the success of start-ups and scale-ups.  As well as your career and success as a finance leader.

It's very much about short...

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Balancing Life and Study: Becoming a Start-up CFO finance career time management Aug 01, 2024

Balancing life and study while aiming to become a CFO in a start-up can be challenging but achievable with the right strategies.

It's also worth highlighting that even if you get a CFO role, your...

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