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The Evolution of Interim Finance Directors in the Digital Age | Oakwood Resources

In today's rapidly changing business landscape, financial leadership has taken on a new dimension with the emergence of the digital age.   more  

How Digital Technologies Are Driving Disruption In The Finance Function| Oakwood Resources

Discover the power of disruptive tech in the finance function and learn strategies to help you embrace new technologies.   more  

The challenges and opportunities of being an Interim Manager | Oakwood Resources

What are the benefits of becoming an interim manager? In this article, we weigh up the pros and cons of being an interim manager with Oakwood Resources.  more  

What is project creep and how can it be managed | Oakwood Resources

Project scope creep can result in longer than expected timeframes and varying budgets. As the interim, this may mean longer hours and more work, and possible resentment if it’s fel...  more  

Leading with intention during times of transformation | Oakwood Resources

Ultimately, a successful leader must have the drive to relentlessly pursue positive change within the organisation that they lead. It is possibly the most important trait to embody...  more  

Get the most out of your LinkedIn profile as an interim manager | Oakwood Resources

Although there are many different ways to source interim management assignments, building a strong LinkedIn profile will save you time and effort, enabling prospective opportunitie...  more  

Five techniques for effective stakeholder management | Oakwood Resources

During an assignment, an interim manager may find themselves with several different stakeholders with carrying levels of interest in their activities and responsibilities. As someo...  more  

Effective leadership is key as an interim manager | Oakwood Resources

As an interim you would be expected to quickly engage and connect with the people around you as you lead them in pursuit of positive change within the organisation. The balance of ...  more  

The interim market is thriving - could it be time to take the plunge? | Oakwood Resources

Our consultants have seen a rapid increase in activity within the interim market within the past six months. If you have been considering making changes to the way you work, now is...  more  

Five ways to approach great and effective leadership | Oakwood Resources

The balance of interpersonal connection and implementing a thoughtful strategy can be difficult to navigate. So, we have come up with five ways to approach great and effective lead...  more