CFOs Are Suffering from Decision Overload, Here’s What They Can Do

JMAN Group's Richard Cowen weighs in on the challenges facing finance leaders

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Richard Cowen

CFO, JMAN Group

In a new article, The Times’ Raconteur says finance executives need to take steps to prevent overwhelm and burnout.

Highlighting how CFOs are facing unprecedented pressure to make critical decisions, the publication has asked industry experts – including Richard Cowen, CFO at JMAN Group – for insights into the challenges facing finance leaders and practical advice on how to overcome them.

The article pulls together perspectives from across the industry to examine how leaders can:

  • Manage decision fatigue and make better decisions under pressure
  • Balance short-term goals with long-term strategic objectives
  • Leverage data effectively to inform decision-making
  • Build strong relationships with colleagues to foster collaboration

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