Why EDI Isn’t Just a Box to Tick – And How It Can Build Stronger Teams
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) can no longer sit on the sidelines of recruitment. Too often, it’s treated as a …
Better Hires, Less Hassle. Why Retained Delivers More
Here’s why a deposit-led search model for recruitment typically leads to better results – for both the client and the …
The First 100 Days as a New CFO
The first 100 days in a new CFO role are crucial. How you start sets the tone for everything that …
How to Structure Your CV as a Senior Finance Professional
Each week at Headstar, our team of consultants scan through hundreds of CVs from senior finance professionals. Do they read …
Hiring Great People: Why Recruiting on Character Matters
Hiring the wrong person in a senior finance role doesn’t just hold the team back – it can cause serious …
Breaking the Glass Ceiling: How Can We Empower More Women to Aspire to Director Positions?
When recruiting CFOs, it’s not uncommon to notice something surprising: shortlists are often unintentionally male-heavy. Yet, one level below – …
What Finance Transformation Really Looks Like
Transformation gets talked about a lot. It’s become a bit of a catch-all word, but when it comes to finance …
Thinking Flexibly: Do You Need Full-Time Hours or Just Full-Time Results?
One of the most common priorities raised by candidates – especially working parents – is flexibility. It’s no longer just …
How to Build a Fractional CFO Career
Many finance professionals are increasingly exploring the option of building a portfolio career as a Fractional CFO (sometimes referred to …
Help Shape the Future of Finance Content and Training
Why We’re Asking At Headstar, we’ve always believed that good ideas are worth sharing. That’s why we put so much …