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Have you thought about the difference between financial expertise and customer service in your role as a financial leader? Though these ideas are related, they are very distinct. Listen to this episode to grow in your awareness of these differences and how you can grow in your proficiency to serve those around you with excellence.
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Budgets – these are wonderful tools. However, budgeted activities never coincide exactly with actual activities. While minimal financial variances are generally not a problem, how do you handle significant variances throughout the year? This takes financial discernment and requires financial leadership to help your organization navigate these waters wisely. Listen to this episode to understand how to mitigate the risks that could jeopardize your organization’s well-being and to assist in clear financial communications.
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Would you like to learn more about how you can thrive in your relationship with your CEO? Listen to this interview with Roy Peterson as he shares wisdom from his three decades of experience as a CEO with Wycliffe Bible Translators, The Seed Company and most recently at the American Bible Society. Grow in your understanding of the value which a CFO can bring to an organization and its CEO. You can find out more about Roy and his Executive Coaching services at www.petersonexecutivecoaching.com.
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Have you evaluated the steps of action you need to take after every key conversation? This is essential to capture what was discussed, to ensure clarity, and to fully implement what was decided. Listen to this episode to strategically assess your documenting, communicating, and filing of all critical information.
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Do you maintain such a frantic schedule that you are not able to think deeply about the matters most important to you? It is time for this to stop. Listen to this episode to rediscover the lost art of rumination. Learn how to proactively arrange your work in such a way that you can once again develop valuable insights leading to impactful communication.
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On November 25, 2020, Dick Capin went to be with his Lord and Savior after an extraordinary life of love for Him and service to Him. Mr. Capin’s testimony lives on, however, and he would encourage us to keep running our race well as financial leaders for the glory of God. Psalm 15:4 says it is good to honor those who fear the Lord, and it is our joy to honor Mr. Capin. Enjoy this interview which I had with him after his 95th birthday as we celebrate the completion of his race well run.
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Life presents many challenges and obstacles which can leave us down, disappointed, and depressed. This year has only accentuated the difficulties for us as individuals and as organizations. How do you appropriately deal with discouragement? Listen to this episode to renew your perspective and reflect upon how you can be an overcomer rather than a victim in your circumstances.
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Listen to Part Two of this exploration of leadership lessons from the Scriptures. We will again review the insightful book titled The Top 10 Leadership Conversations in the Bible by Steve Moore and glean wisdom from those who have gone before us in order that we might lead well. In this episode we will discuss the critical need of having a genuine burden for others as well as embracing the risks associated with all ministry ventures.
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Have you researched the Scriptures to see what lessons the Lord has for us about leadership? Listen to this episode as I review an insightful book titled The Top 10 Leadership Conversations in the Bible by Steve Moore and discuss how these gems are applicable to financial leadership. Understand the need to pursue the favor of God and to obtain His perspective.
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Are you struggling with your financial software? Are you unsure if it should be changed or uncertain about the path for a successful transition? Listen to this episode to gain some ideas to resolve these challenges. You will learn some tips from Allison Webb in this interview, and you can glean more insight at her AcctTwo website here.
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Have you clearly thought through the key areas in which you should bring value to your Board of Directors? Listen to this interview with John Pearson, an expert and consultant in board governance, as he identifies seven financial insights that the Board needs from the CFO. Gain a better understanding of what your Board truly wants and how to provide this information to them.
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Listen to this episode as we continue our series on compelling communication strategies. Learn how to wisely engage with five small groups in your nonprofit organization ranging from new staff orientation to board committee interaction.
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Is the financial information in your organization more illuminating or confusing? Do you find in your interactions with other leaders that data tends to clarify the point or cloud the issue?
Listen to this insightful interview with Ben Stroup who is a thought leader and subject matter expert in order to make your data a diplomat. Learn how to develop bridge building opportunities with others and how to obtain collaborative, win-win solutions instead of confrontational disagreements.
If you would like Ben to assist you in this critical area, you can check out his website here or email him at Ben@BenStroup.com.
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During these unprecedented times how do you lead your Finance Team through the corona crisis? Listen to this episode to glean seven ideas of how you can navigate these uncharted waters to see your team thrive.
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How can you communicate effectively as a financial leader to large groups of people? Listen to this episode to glean tips on how to connect and communicate better with five specific groups in your organization.
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Communication skills are critical to be an effective leader. To have compelling communication as a financial leader you need to be both informational and inspirational. Listen to this episode to glean both general Biblical principles as well as specific Beroth practices in this essential area.
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What are meaningful metrics and dashboards to understand the critical information in your organization? Listen to this interview with Stan Reiff from CapinCrouse as he unpacks relevant metrics for nonprofits and how to capture them with insightful dashboards. To obtain a written overview of this material as well as discussing how he could possibly assist your organization in this area, email him at sreiff@capincrouse.com.
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Is your ministry truly accomplishing its vision and mission? Have you been able to determine this through objective evaluation or is it merely anecdotal? Listen to this interview with Calvin Edwards, an expert in Outcome-Based Evaluation (OBE). Understand how you can assist as a financial leader to identify your organization’s outcomes and to measure whether you are actually achieving them.
For more information, check out Calvin’s website or email him at Info@calvinedwardscompany.com.
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If you were a king over a vast kingdom for 40 years, how would you challenge your son to be the next wise ruler? Listen to this episode to learn about seven principles of leadership which King David imparted to King Solomon some 3,000 years ago. Learn from a man who was one “after God’s own heart” about how to maintain your vertical and horizontal leadership perspectives for long-term success.
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How do you handle the unique ministry, financial, and personnel needs of your organization? Listen to this interview with Kent Herr, U.S. Controller of Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ), as he discusses four aspects of adaptability. Understand how you can thrive by meeting the specific organizational demands that are before you.
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What is your success rate for actually turning your ideas into reality? Listen to this episode to understand three key steps to go from conception to implementation. By systematically instructing, acting, and reporting you can thrive in your role as a financial leader and accomplish what needs to be done with your team.
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Are you known more as a strategic partner or a financial policeman? Enjoy this episode as we conclude our series on how to function “Beyond the Box”. We will consider “What you need to Become” in order to contribute valuable insights and not merely provide monetary mandates. Make sure and also listen to episodes three, four, and eight to learn Who you need to Be, What you need to Build, and What you need to Believe!
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Listen to this episode to glean insights from Nathan’s twenty years of public accounting experience which he brought into his role as CFO of SIM USA.
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How do you stay focused on your priorities as a CFO in the midst of a hectic schedule? By focusing on the “stewardship star”! Listen to this episode to understand the five crucial responsibilities that every CFO must regularly and simultaneously address. I Peter 4:10 says “As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” Our roles as financial leaders mandate that we understand the key components of stewardship and then faithfully fulfill those responsibilities.
This episode will expand your vision in these essential areas of stewardship –
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It is frustrating to see how much time is wasted by Finance Teams in dealing with erroneous information. Have you considered how to design your processes to intentionally minimize the time spent in follow up questions for those in your organization? Listen to this episode to understand three keys in designing your systems to obtain correct information, necessary information, and timely information. These keys will help reduce your team’s stress and increase your ministry’s satisfaction with your team.
