From Friction to Flow: Aligning Finance with Other Departments
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- Ever feel like your finance team speaks a different language than the rest of the company? This transformative workshop tackles the persistent tension between finance and other departments, showing you how to build productive partnerships instead of adversarial relationships.Finance professionals often find themselves cast as the "numbers police" or "budget enforcers," creating unnecessary friction that hinders organizational goals. This session provides practical approaches to transform these dynamics while maintaining financial discipline.You'll learn how to:• Identify the root causes of cross-departmental conflicts before they escalate• Translate financial concepts into language that resonates with non-financial colleagues• Develop communication approaches that build trust rather than defensiveness• Position finance as a strategic partner rather than just a control function• Create collaborative processes that respect both financial requirements and operational needsThe workshop delivers:• Conflict resolution techniques specifically tailored to finance-related disagreements• Negotiation strategies that help you achieve financial objectives while supporting others' goals• Communication frameworks that improve understanding between financial and non-financial staff• Methods for building productive relationships with sales, operations, marketing, and other teamsPerfect for: Controllers, CFOs, finance managers, and finance team members who want to enhance their influence and effectiveness by improving relationships across the organization. This workshop helps you move from being perceived as an obstacle to becoming a valued strategic partner.
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- 2026-02-14T18:30:00.000Z
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