CFO Series: Credibility Under Pressure: What to Say

Description

No matter how prepared you are, there will be moments when you don’t have the answer. A board member asks a direct question, a meeting takes an unexpected turn, or an investor wants answers now. You’re expected to respond clearly, confidently, and in real time. Credibility isn’t built on having all the right data. Credibility is built on how you handle not having it.
We will focus on how to respond effectively when you’re put on the spot without damaging credibility or over-committing information you don’t yet have. Credibility isn’t defined by always having the answer, it’s defined by how you respond when you don’t.

Objective

After attending this presentation, you will be able to... Recognize common pressure scenarios that challenge credibility Apply techniques to avoid instinctive responses that weaken trust; e.g., rambling, guessing, over-committing. Use a structured approach to answering questions in real time. Apply techniques to communicate clearly and confidently without complete information. Analyze strategies for maintaining executive presence under pressure.

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. Professionals who de