The Six Traits that the Mandalorian’s and B2B CFO Partners Have In Common

Are you familiar with the new Disney+ series, The Mandalorian? It’s a popular Star Wars spin-off series, and for many of us huge Star Wars fans, it is very entertaining. A little background: The Mandalorian were a clan-based culture composed of members from multiple species and bound by a common creed, language, and code all from the planet Mandalore. The Mandalorian is set after the fall of the Empire and before the emergence of the First Order. In the series, we follow the travails of these lone bounty hunters and gunfighters in the outer reaches of the galaxy far from the authority of the New Republic.

As I watch the Mandalorian’s adventures, I think of these unique, dedicated and dynamic species and how they remind me of myself and fellow B2B CFO® Partners. I am often asked what it is that we strategic business advisors with deep financial and management backgrounds do for companies and their teams. Beyond the financial improvements, business planning, and financial strategy implementation, B2B CFO® Partners are a special breed, just like the Mandalorians. Here are six traits that Partners have in common with these action heroes that differentiate our organization from our competition.

1. Mandalorians are extremely skilled pilots. They know how to navigate tough terrain, can think quick, and can maneuver skillfully in the face of strong headwinds. B2BCFO® Partners are like skilled pilots themselves. They help businesses navigate uncertain and challenging business environments. By creating a “flight plan” and business strategy, we provide owners with proactive planning to help them hit new levels of growth, avoid plateau in sales and revenue, and reach their end destinations (business expansion, upward profitability, exit strategy) successfully.
2. The Mandalorian are dedicated to protecting and serving their planet and their people. B2BCFO® Partners are dedicated to serving our business owner clients and protecting their companies from a cash flow crisis, unforeseen risks, and financial hardships. We are dedicated to helping business owner clients achieve their company goals—no matter how difficult.
3. The Mandalorian are loyal and their commitment to the creed earns the trust and loyalty of those they encounter. B2B CFO® Partner’s loyalty lies with their client’s success. We don’t give up until the task or project is completed and the agreed upon goal is achieved. Depending on the company’s circumstance: maybe there is a particular financial challenge such as raising capital, implementing new financial systems or internal controls to prevent fraud, navigating a specific project like an audit or business acquisition or sale, a B2B CFO® Partner is a loyal and dependable asset to any organization.
4. The Mandalorian are an intelligent species and have played a major role as legendary warriors and conquerors. They have the best weapons at their disposal. B2B CFO® Partners provide business owner clients with deep knowledge, expertise, tools and experience. Each Partner who joins the firm has a minimum of 20 years of professional experience working in organizations as a CFO or C-level executive. Many are CPAs, MBAs and business owners. Our Partners are seasoned boardroom veterans who have spent years leading organizations through a multitude of business challenges. Whether working for a start-up business or an established organization that needs financial guidance, B2B CFO® Partners provide a depth of knowledge and experience working in a wide range of industries that our clients benefit from. We are problem solvers, financial champions, and strategic thinkers.
5. The Mandalorian is a tough, resourceful, and steadfast warrior. They don’t give up until the mission is accomplished. We guide owners to leap over obstacles and achieve financial goals—and we work toward that mission until it’s achieved. We create action plans and strategies to improve cash flow, revenue, profitability, and overall company value. When it comes time to an exit or the transition of the business, our Partners have an Exit Plan to help the company improve value and optimize the final sale price of the company. We help CEOs avoid the dangers of running a business and fight to keep the business financially and operationally fit.
6. The Mandalorians rely on each other for help if they are confronted with a complicated situation. Also, if one Mandolorian falls, there is another to take his/her place. When you hire a particular partner, you are really hiring the whole B2B CFO® organization.

The Mandalorian’s creed and character has inspired me. I am thankful to be part of an organization that seeks to improve the lives of business owners. Not only are B2B CFO® Partners a tremendous resource to any business owner, we have a deep unwavering commitment to each of our client’s success and overarching business goals. THIS IS THE WAY.

If you would like to learn more about how to engage in my services and the benefits a strategic business advisor can deliver, please email me at StevenTabor@b2bcfo.com.