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194. Leadership, Liquidity, and Navigating High-Pressure Stakeholders with Jeremy Earnshaw

September 24, 2024 • Hannah Munro • Episode 194

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In this episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro speaks with Jeremy Earnshaw, Founding Director of Clarendon Executive Coaching and Mentoring, about his journey from CFO to executive coach, and the soft skills crucial for senior finance leaders. Together, they explore how CFOs can navigate leadership challenges, stakeholder management, and complex financial situations.

Key topics covered in this episode include:.

The transition from CFO to Executive Coach and Mentor, and the value of coaching for finance leaders.
Managing stakeholder relationships, including high-powered investors and board members.
The importance of clear, concise board presentations and how to manage differing stakeholder expectations.
Real-life lessons from Jeremy’s experience with acquisitions, liquidity crises, and credit crunch challenges.
Strategies for delivering both good and bad news effectively to stakeholders.
The balance between supporting the CEO and fulfilling the role of a CFO, especially in challenging situations.

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