Making Numbers Talk: How to Get Non-Financial People to Actually Listen
Ever tried explaining cash flow to someone who only hears “blah blah balance sheet”? This session shows you how to make financial information click with anyone — clients, colleagues, or board members — so they get it, remember it, and act on it.
2 CPD units November 7, 2025 1 presenter
What will set you apart
By completing this course you will gain the following competencies
- Turn financial reports into stories people actually understand
- Use visuals, tone, and language that grab attention
- Know what to say (and what to skip) when talking to non-financial audiences
- Build confidence to speak up in meetings and get your point across
- Earn more trust by explaining the “why” behind the numbers
Event breakdown
- Why financial communication is a deal-breaker
- Seeing the world through non-financial eyes
- Cutting the jargon and getting to the point
- Visual storytelling with numbers
- Confident communication in client and board meetings
- Practical wrap-up: turning your next report into a conversation
Category: Financial ReportingType: CPD CourseCPD category: Financial Reporting
Description
Numbers don’t speak for themselves — you do. In this fast-paced, practical session, you’ll learn how to turn data into conversations that matter. Forget jargon and spreadsheets that send people to sleep. Instead, learn how to simplify, humanise, and communicate financial information in ways that spark decisions and build trust. Whether you’re advising clients or presenting to management, this session will give you the tools to make your message land — and your voice stand out. Clear communication isn’t just a soft skill; it’s a business advantage.
Presenters
Leana van der Merwe — Leana: Leana van der Merwe, with 18+ years in accounting and corporate governance, Leana leads technical support at CIBA and is a recognized thought leader in regulatory compliance.
You will earn a certificate
On successful completion you will receive a certificate for 2 CPD units in Financial Reporting.
Requirements
- Laptop, desktop, or mobile device with internet access
- Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Firefox browser