Hiring an interim executive is not like hiring a full-time leader. You’re not looking for long-term visionaries, you need rapid clarity and immediate competence.
Interims must operate without a playbook, interpreting unfamiliar systems and cultures in real time.
From staff to board to investors or donors, your interim must navigate complex conversations and stakeholders’ politics with ease.
Especially for interim CFOs, expect mastery in cash flow, scenario planning, compliance, and reporting from day one.
There’s no “ramp-up period.” Interim leaders must make decisions quickly and confidently, often under pressure.
5. Ethical Grounding
Your interim leader must be trustworthy, values-driven, and focused on the organization’s mission – not their own career path.
At ProNexus, we screen and train our interim talent with these qualities in mind, ensuring our clients get leaders who lead immediately.
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