Executive Resources
You manage finances.
Your role may seem very practical, even mundane to some. Financial decisions can seem cold, even
ruthless. Sometimes, this job can be
hell.
Or it can be where diamonds are created. Maybe even a slice of heaven. Your organization is what you make it. You shape the culture.
Whether your organization serves the public or fewer key
stakeholders, you have unique responsibility and resources – personally,
materially, and in those who surround you – to employ all of those resources
wisely.
The Sensible, Sacred CFO
Finance professionals are practical, level-headed, strategic
thinkers. They are driven to enhance value
on behalf of those who have entrusted organizational resources to them. They are above all caretakers, trustees. This is not just a job; it is a sacred role
in every spiritual tradition. The CFO
and the financial team are super stewards – responsible not only for their own
individuals choices but for the resources used by hundreds, thousands,
or millions of people.
The work of the steward is not merely to manage resources,
but to multiply them – not only for private shareholders, but for all
stakeholders.
Your current situation is urgent, and the only time you know
you have is the present. But you’re not
only concerned about the next quarterly results. You’re in it for long term results. Maybe even for something that will outlast
your moment on the planet.
Can we talk?
This blog is an invitation to a conversation about the CFO's stewardship role. It may not make hard decisions any easier, and it won't extend the number of hours in the day. It probably won't help bring your stakeholders around to your point of view, but if the contributions on this blog provide you or your colleagues with an extra measure of wisdom, or perspective that helps you sleep as well as you do your day job, then great. If it leads in some practical way to a greater experience of well-being, restoration, "shalom", or maybe even a slice of heaven somewhere on earth, then mission accomplished.
If this idea strikes a chord, raises a question, or prompts an idea to contribute, leave a message via the "Contact Us" button of our sponsor, Vellco Advisors, Inc.
Can we talk?
This blog is an invitation to a conversation about the CFO's stewardship role. It may not make hard decisions any easier, and it won't extend the number of hours in the day. It probably won't help bring your stakeholders around to your point of view, but if the contributions on this blog provide you or your colleagues with an extra measure of wisdom, or perspective that helps you sleep as well as you do your day job, then great. If it leads in some practical way to a greater experience of well-being, restoration, "shalom", or maybe even a slice of heaven somewhere on earth, then mission accomplished.
If this idea strikes a chord, raises a question, or prompts an idea to contribute, leave a message via the "Contact Us" button of our sponsor, Vellco Advisors, Inc.
