CFO Series: Avoiding That Conversation Has a Cost

Description

Most leadership problems don’t start with bad decisions; they start with avoided conversations, which become delayed decisions. A delayed decision becomes a recurring issue, and what could have been resolved in minutes turns into lost performance, strained relationships, and unnecessary risk. Avoiding the conversation feels easier in the moment, but is far more expensive in the long run.
We will explore the real cost of avoidance and why even experienced professionals hesitate to say what needs to be said. We will examine how pressure, relationships, and uncertainty drive avoidance behavior and how silence quietly compounds into larger problems.

Objective

After attending this presentation, you will be able to... Recognize the hidden costs of avoiding difficult conversations Identify common triggers and patterns of avoidance behavior Analyze the risk of how small issues escalate when left unaddressed Apply practical techniques to initiate and navigate tough conversations

Attendee Information

Robert Berry, CPA

Required Knowledge

Preferably at least six (6) months of professional financial statement analysis experience and/or at least six (6) months of professional experience in preparing or reviewing accounting processes and reports; experience working with internal clients or external clients and business leaders.

Who Should Attend

Financial leaders, financial managers, CEOs, CFOs, controllers, accountants, board members, advisors, and consultants; CPAs in public practice and CPAs in industry; business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals who are interested in realizing more value from the organization.