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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.
Date:
7 November, 2025
Time:
14:00
Hours:
1 hour
CPD Units:
2
Category:
Financial Reporting
Group:
Channel 2: Growth
Format:
Live Event
R230,00 VAT incl.
Product Information
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.
Presenter/s
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.
What will set you apart
What Will Set You Apart (What Delegates Will Learn)
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
Certificate
The following event is awarded 2 CPD units in Financial Reporting.