Professional Effectiveness

Elevate Your Team's Professional Effectiveness

Enhance the personal brand and performance of your team members with leading methodologies for task completion, decision making, and problem-solving.

FACILITATOR
Melanie Coeshott

Melanie is an award-winning career coach and mentor, a former Mastercard Financial Controller, and certified coach.

Professional Effectiveness Overview:

WORKSHOP 1

PERSONAL BRAND

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 2

CREATIVE SPACE

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 3

PRIORITIZATION

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 4

TIME MANAGEMENT

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 5

DECISION MAKING

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 6

PROBLEM-SOLVING

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 7

QUALITY EXCELLENCE

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, your team will leave with a comprehensive set of practical strategies and tools designed to optimize productivity, enhance decision-making, and implement effective problem-solving techniques. These skills will empower your team to perform at their best in various professional scenarios.

Additionally, your team will gain valuable insights to navigate complex challenges, consistently deliver high-quality results, and exceed the expectations of colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. They will be equipped to handle demanding situations with confidence and achieve outstanding performance in their roles.

Course Reviews

Pieria Pro
Pieria Pro
Finance Business Partner
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The Finance Transformation program was a power-packed crash course in driving change. It offered a well-rounded view on crafting strategies, modernizing systems, refining processes, evaluating tech, engaging stakeholders, and inspiring teams to embrace transformation. Regardless of experience level, this program emphasized the importance of every individual's role in reshaping finance. It's like fitting together pieces of a puzzle to create a transformative whole. It makes complex change achievable by equipping participants with practical tools to navigate transformation.

But this program wasn't just theoretical; it's a guide to unlocking change along with practical exercises. It provides insights into effective strategies, sustainable systems, and the human side of transformation – rallying teams and fostering collaboration. The case study at the end of the course was eye opening!

In essence, the Finance Transformation program can be a roadmap in the continuing evolving finance world. Having the opportunity to be part of this program, I can confirm that it empowers professionals to lead their organizations toward meaningful progress. If you're ready to shape the future of finance, this program is your invaluable collaborator.
Aisha Kasmani
Aisha Kasmani
Directorate Accountant at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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This week marked the end of an insightful seven-session course with GrowCFO on Finance Transformation.

We covered a wide range of topics from managing stakeholders to creating a project plan and even analysing available software solutions (who knew there were so many!). Oliver Deacon is an engaging facilitator who managed to keep the energy and interest high throughout despite it being virtual. He delivered a combination of theory based models with practical examples and the chance to deep-drive into the week's specific topic via smaller break out rooms. I'm extremely impressed with the breath of subject matter covered and how relevant and applicable it was made to feel within an NHS context even though it wasn't aimed at a public sector audience.

As a CIMA finalist, this Transformation Boot Camp brought my Strategic level studies to life; especially in our final session where we worked through a Case Study and tied all the different elements together. I walked away feeling inspired and excited about the opportunities we have for progress in this area! Finally, the care taken with the workbooks and presentation materials is testament to the passion and pride taken by Oli and the GrowCFO team and I very much look forward to working with them again in the future.
John Driscoll
John Driscoll
Financial Controller at Framestore
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The Finance Transformation program was great for getting into the transformation mindset before the company goes through a costly change.  The course was honest on the investment required in time, money, and the huge role that technology plays.  Companies commonly invest vast sums on a new way of working but do not invest in the journey it will take employees and transition managers to get from point A to B. The Finance Transformation program provided the framework that I needed to feel confident as a champion of change within my organization.
Phil Blazey
Phil Blazey
Finance Director at Discogs
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The finance transformation course was well structured and provided content that is relevant and applicable regardless of industry sector or size of organisation. The course materials were useful and Oli was an excellent facilitator who articulated the key course concepts in an engaging way.
Daniel James
Daniel James
Logistics Development Finance Manager, St Modwen
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Instructor was very engaging and charismatic which made the content a lot more interesting and informative
James Howell
James Howell
Head of Commercial Finance, St Modwen
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I wasn't expecting to take away so many useful tools and techniques. The session with my team, particularly as it's so new, was incredibly useful.
Karl-luke Steinhagen
Karl-luke Steinhagen
Corporate Development Associate, St Modwen
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The course was fantastic in helping us take a step back, reconsider our processes and ways of working.
Michael Blair
Michael Blair
Finance Director - Industrial and Logistics, St Modwen
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Excellent course and enjoyable
Rachel Packham
Rachel Packham
Onboarding Accountant, St Modwen
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I feel like the content was very specific to our scenarios where often in these sort of courses it can be generic
Rawa Serwan
Rawa Serwan
Portfolio Analyst, St Modwen
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We have been provided with a fantastic tool kit as a team that we can use moving forward.
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Who is Professional Effectiveness for?

Ambitious Professionals:

Ideal for accountants, financial analysts, and finance managers seeking to become dynamic, strategic finance business partners.

Progressive Finance Teams:

The course is perfect for organizations aiming to equip their team with the tools they need to transform into proactive partners who guide key business decisions.

Forward-Thinking Finance Leaders:

Great for finance leaders wanting to foster a team culture of collaboration and innovation within your department.

Trusted By

Our courses have already delivered transformational learning outcomes to people in the following companies:

Meet Your Course Facilitator

Melanie Coeshott

Lead Facilitator

Melanie is an award-winning career coach and mentor for finance professionals, recognized for her expertise and dedication. She is an ICAEW Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coach Federation (ICF). Melanie boasts extensive experience in finance teams, having held various roles in training, coaching, mentoring, and board positions.

As a former Financial Controller at Mastercard, she was responsible for ensuring financial integrity, providing business advisory services, and managing stakeholder relationships.

Melanie began her career at BDO, where she earned her ACA qualification. Following this, she took on a variety of industry roles, leading multinational finance teams and gaining a wealth of experience.

Course Content

WORKSHOP 1
PERSONAL BRAND

Develop a distinct personal brand that resonates with your values and communicates your expertise effectively, enhancing your professional reputation and career prospects.
Learn to curate your online presence and leverage networking opportunities to amplify your personal brand's impact.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 2
CREATING SPACE

Cultivate practices to carve out time for critical and strategic thinking, allowing for deeper reflection on professional effectiveness and long-term goals.
Explore techniques for planning, self-assessment, and reflection to foster growth, innovation, and personal development.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 3
PRIORITIZATION

Master the art of prioritization by identifying key objectives, evaluating tasks based on importance and urgency, and allocating resources effectively to maximize productivity and achieve goals efficiently.
Learn to distinguish between essential and non-essential tasks and develop strategies for managing competing priorities.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 4
TIME MANAGEMENT

Enhance your time management skills by implementing effective strategies for planning, organizing, and optimizing your daily activities.
Explore techniques for setting deadlines, managing interruptions, and using productivity tools to maximize your time and achieve greater efficiency.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 5
DECISION MAKING

Develop proficiency in decision-making by learning to gather relevant information, evaluate options, and make informed choices aligned with your goals and values.
Practice critical thinking and resolution techniques to navigate complex decisions and mitigate risks effectively.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 6
PROBLEM-SOLVING

Hone your problem-solving skills by adopting a systematic approach to identify underlying root causes, generate innovative solutions, and implement effective action plans.
Enhance your ability to collaborate with others and leverage diverse perspectives to address challenges and drive positive outcomes.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 7
QUALITY EXCELLENCE

Embrace a culture of quality excellence by understanding the principles of quality management and continuous improvement.
Learn to establish quality standards, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions to ensure consistently high-quality outcomes in your work.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

Trusted and Accredited

Our courses are accredited by NASBA, enabling your finance teams to earn their CPE or CPD points with confidence.

Tools Your Team Will Learn

Personal Brand

Craft a distinct and compelling identity that showcases your unique strengths, values, and expertise to leave a lasting impression.

Creating Space

Implement strategies to allocate time for crucial tasks, strategic planning, and self-reflection, fostering productivity, innovation, and personal growth.

Prioritization

Develop the ability to discern between urgent and important tasks, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and focus on high-impact activities.

Time Management

Master techniques to optimize your schedule, minimize distractions, and maximize productivity, enabling effective utilization of time to achieve goals.

Decision Making

Hone your analytical skills and intuition to make timely and informed decisions that align with organizational objectives and personal values.

Problem-Solving

Cultivate a systematic approach to identify, analyze, and resolve complex challenges, fostering innovation and driving continuous improvement.

Quality Excellence

Strive for excellence by setting high standards, embracing feedback, and refining processes to exceed expectations and deliver outstanding results.

Exceeding Expectations

Go above and beyond by consistently surpassing anticipated outcomes, demonstrating exceptional commitment, creativity, and dedication to excellence.

After Completing Professional Effectiveness, Your Team will…

Case Studies

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to Book Your Team on this Course

Book a call with one of our finance team training directors to discuss your requirements and book your training.

Catherine Marks

Finance Team Training Director

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Finance Team Training Director