Effective Communication and Strategic Thinking for FP&A Professionals with Carl Seidman

In this episode of FP&A Tomorrow, host Paul Barnhurst, aka “The FP&A Guy,” talks about financial planning and analysis (FP&A) with Carl Seidman. They discuss how technology, strategic thinking, and effective communication are reshaping FP&A roles, making them more agile and impactful than ever.Carl Seidman is an FP&A advisor, educator, and fractional CFO with over two decades of experience in financial strategy, business storytelling, and leadership development. Founder of Seidman Financial, Carl helps organizations build robust FP&A capabilities and fosters the development of professionals through learning programs and mastermind groups.Expect to Learn:How the FP&A profession is transitioning from backward-looking analysis to strategic business partnering.The growing importance of communication and influence in advancing FP&A careers.Insights into scenario planning and anticipating disruptions in uncertain times.The role of technology and tools like Excel and generative AI in enhancing FP&A processes.Tips for becoming a more effective presenter and influencer in professional settings.Here are a few relevant quotes from the episode:"Critical thinking and communication are the two most essential skills for FP&A professionals." - Carl Seidman"FP&A professionals must move beyond technical skills to focus on strategy and influence." - Carl Seidman"Excel is still powerful, but integrating it with modern tools can unlock even greater efficiency." - Carl SeidmanCarl shared actionable insights and practical advice that can help FP&A teams navigate the complexities of today's business environment. As FP&A transitions from traditional analysis to becoming a vital strategic partner, professionals must cultivate critical thinking, effective communication, and the ability to influence decisions. Plan Smarter with Workday:Workday Adaptive Planning empowers organizations with AI-driven insights, advanced data visualization, and powerful reporting tools. Make smarter decisions faster and elevate your budgeting, forecasting, and modeling. Learn more at http://www.workday.com/fpaguyFollow FP&A Tomorrow:Newsletter - Subscribe on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=6957679529595162624 Follow Carl:LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/carlseidmanWebsite - https://seidmanfinancial.com/Follow Paul: Website - https://www.thefpandaguy.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thefpandaguyWorld-class Digital FP&A Course Bundle: Signup for over ten hours of video content with 4 different courses and 8 modules on FP&A topics including: Business Partnering, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling Design Principles, and Modern Excel. Use code Podcast to save 25%. What are you waiting for signup now: