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The CFO: Why more CFOs are choosing flexibility over full time roles
Why is there a tendency to see people as ‘past it’ and less relevant when they reach a certain age? For me, this couldn’t be further from the truth!
Entrepreneur: Community: Let it supercharge your entrepreneurial journey
What is it REALLY like to be a fractional CFO?! Can you ever be really part of the team?
TechRound: The Challenges Involved In Attracting and Securing Venture Capital
I recently contributed to TechRound's latest article on overcoming the challenges of securing VC funding.
Accounting Web: My KPI: The numbers that really matter
What’s the number that really matters to you? For me, it’s ‘3’ — firstly because I have 3 wonderful daughters and through portfolio working, I have designed my life to be able to spend more time with them.
Global Finance: The Fractional CFO
Driven by rising demand, corporates are seeking specialized financial expertise without committing to full-time hires.
Financial Accountant: Successfully planning for seamless succession and AI integration
In this recent article I contributed to for Financial Accountant, we explore how AI is transforming succession planning. I also discuss the emotional challenges founders face when stepping back and the importance of fostering a culture where the business is seen as bigger than any individual within it.
CFO Club Podcast: The Power of Fractional CFOs
I sat down with Leana van der Merwe on the CFO Club Podcast to chat about the power of fractional CFOs and transforming financial leadership for SMEs and Corporates.
CFO Bookshelf: A Deep Dive on Portfolio CFOs
I had a fabulous conversation Mark Gandy on the CFO Bookshelf podcast on everything ‘Fractional CFO’.
Big Think: Happy? Take “psychological ownership” of your job
Does your job truly feel like it’s YOURS? I have definitely felt the difference between jobs that felt like mine and others that just didn't ... have you? 🤔
Capacity Magazine: Unlocking The Benefits Of Age Diversity
A new breed of organisations… organisers, NOT employers. These organisations have a small core of essential employed professional staff with a surrounding ring of space filled with flexible portfolio workers.
Fast Company: Can thinking like a freelancer make your day job feel more meaningful?
I often talk about my experience of finding greater meaning and purpose in my work through pursuing a portfolio career, but in my latest Fast Company article, I explore how the “freelancer mindset” can help anyone, employed or not.
TechRound: World Entrepreneurs Day 2024: 20 Iconic Entrepreneurs In The UK
I’m grateful to share that I’ve been included in TechRound’s World Entrepreneurs Day 2024: 20 Iconic Entrepreneurs in the UK list
AAT: What’s stopping small clients from investing?
What’s holding small business back from investing? I get it … with everything going on in the world, who wouldn’t feel a bit cautious? I recently contributed to an article by AAT on this question.
CFO 4.0: From Corporate Giants to SMEs: The Fractional CFO Revolution with Sara Daw
I loved sitting down with Hannah Munro on the CFO 4.0 podcast. We talked about the fractional CFO revolution, my journey into this world, and my learnings along the way.
Premises & Facilities Management: Could a part-time C-suite work for your company?
For FM startups or organisations looking to scale up, hiring a full-time C-suite is a significant expense - but there is an alternative.
theHRDIRECTOR: A Leading Question
Is the C-suite model reaching its breaking point? There comes a moment when we need to stop and consider whether there is a better way of doing things. Read my article in the HRDIRECTOR.
The European: Time to hire an A-team C-suite?
“We’ll use a fractional C-suite until we can afford to employ”… is something I hear often. My latest article in The European speaks to the idea that a fractional C-suite could be the final destination rather than a temporary solution.
Engage Employee: Creating psychological ownership is key for success with external workforce
I remember my first fractional client engagement where I felt whole heartedly part of the team and organisation. What was it that made me feel that way?
SME Today: The Popularity of Flexible FD Support
I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Fiona Scott from SME Today about how the The CFO Centre Group came about… it’s been quite the journey!
People Management: Psychological ownership is the key to developing ‘access economy’ talent
“Surely a non-employed CFO will never have the same level of accountability and commitment as a full-time employee?” I hear this at least once a week, and I’ve thought it myself during my employed corporate days. The answer? It depends!