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The Modern CFO Mindmap: 14 Domains of Finance Leadership

Author
Naomi Goldberg
Published
Jul 21
2025

A mindmap can be a powerful visual tool for CFOs — helping to clarify priorities, spot interdependencies, and align teams.
We’ve mapped the modern CFO’s world across 14 key domains, from cash flow and compliance to AI, ESG, and beyond.

Explore the full CFO Mindmap below.

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