CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance
Welcome to CFO 4.0, where we explore the dynamic landscape of Financial Leadership in the era of Technology 4.0. I'm your host, Hannah Munro, Managing Director of itas, a pioneering Financial Transformation consultancy.
In this podcast series, we unravel the intricate connection between cutting-edge technologies and the financial domain. It's more than just adopting tools; it's about cultivating the skills necessary to navigate and spearhead the transformative journey within Finance.
CFO 4.0 embodies the archetype of the Financial Leader in the future — a fusion of strategic visionaries and tech-savvy innovators. As the CFO role swiftly evolves from a mere cost controller to a strategic influencer, each transition opens up novel possibilities. Tune in as we share valuable insights and guidance from inspirational CFOs and finance leaders every episode, empowering you to revolutionise your processes, people, and data.
Seize the opportunities, propel your business and career forward, and lead with unwavering confidence. Join us in shaping the future of Finance — this is CFO 4.0, your guide to the Future of Finance.
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CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance
222. Confidence, Communication & the Modern CFO: A Conversation with Susana Serrano-Davey
In this inspiring and practical episode of CFO 4.0, host Hannah Munro welcomes back Susana Serrano-Davey—career mentor, leadership trainer, and author of the newly released Confidence is Overrated. Drawing from her journey from CFO to mentor and author, Susana shares powerful insights on how senior finance leaders can develop the soft skills essential for leadership success.
In this episode, Hannah and Susana explore:
- Why confidence is often misunderstood—and how to support yourself through self-doubt
- How to spot unhelpful behaviours that undermine your confidence
- Physical signs of stress and how to manage them in high-pressure environments
- Why active listening is a critical skill for CFOs and how to improve it
- The importance of finding your voice and knowing which battles to pick
- A framework for having productive, high-stakes conversations at work
- Letting go of control to become more influential in leadership
Links mentioned:
- Susana's Linkedin
- Discover Susana's work here
- Read Susanna's new book; Self-Confidence Is Overrated
- Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here.
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