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The transition to a CFO role is one of the most demanding steps in a finance leader’s career. Many newly appointed CFOs face overwhelming challenges, from building board relationships to reshaping organizational strategy, often leading to missteps and a sense of isolation. Recognizing these hurdles, this episode underscores the need for experienced guidance in the early days of CFO leadership.



Jeremy Earnshaw, Executive Coach & Mentor at Clarendon, brings decades of executive finance expertise to the discussion. Through a practical and insightful conversation, Jeremy and host Kevin Appleby explore how tailored mentoring equips new CFOs with tools, confidence, and the emotional intelligence necessary to succeed. Their dialogue highlights real-world stories, actionable tactics, and the transformational impact of mentorship on both performance and well-being in the CFO suite.



Key topics covered:




Challenges and pitfalls commonly faced by new CFOs



Importance of mentorship and coaching for new finance leaders



Real-life scenarios where mentoring influenced CFO performance



Key competencies new CFOs need, and how mentoring builds them



The long-term benefits of investing in leadership development




Links




Jeremy Earnshaw on LinkedIn



Kevin Appleby on LinkedIn



GrowCFO Mentoring




Timestamps




01:00 Introduction and importance of mentoring for CFOs



07:30 Top struggles for newly appointed CFOs



15:00 Jeremy Earnshaw’s mentoring philosophy and approach



24:10 Success stories: CFO transformations through mentoring



32:00 Actionable advice for organizations and aspiring CFOs




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