Here's how you can align your financial goals with your boss through effective communication.

Learn your organization’s objectives to help identify the common values and goals that can help you submit a proposal that will benefit both; you and the company. Is necessary that your goals are backed up by plan that will draw the bigger picture so the idea will be compelling. Include the short and long term gains that could be achieved if these goals are met.

Goals at the onset of every new year seem to change by 3rd quarter and not consistent with what initial 3rd quarter goals were at the beginning of the year. It is misleading but asking pointed questions about what changed. It is necessary to ask to safeguard against my own professional growth and outcomes.

Solo cuando tu estas dispuest@ a ser tu mejor versión cada día, y con esto generar valor a una organización. Demuestras con hechos y datos como tu aporte es significativo en términos de tiempo, motivación, lograr objetivos y al final como esto se convierte en dinero para la Compa?ia, es donde puedes llegar a alinear tus metas financieras con las de la Compa?ia. Ten claro porque y para que haces las cosas, como estas generan valor y como este valor te convierte en multiplicador de beneficios, nunca se trata de ti, es lo que tu generas y eso como te lo devuelve el universo.

Financial communication: the master key that attracts investors. In the increasingly dynamic and demanding context of today's economy, companies not only compete with products and services, but also with the perception they generate in their target audience such as investors. In this scenario, corporate communication is a crucial element, and at its core, financial communication, can be considered a 'strategic art'.

Goals are the desired outcomes or achievements that a person or organization aims to accomplish within a specific timeframe. Setting goals provides direction, motivation, and a clear focus on what needs to be achieved. Goals can be short-term or long-term and can be related to various aspects of life, such as personal development, career, health, relationships, or business. Setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals can help individuals and organizations stay focused and track their progress effectively.

One thing I’ve found helpful is making sure we allocate our resources effectively and meeting our deadlines with the goals we’ve set up at the beginning of the fiscal year. Revisiting our company goals frequently assist us in making sure that our goals are aligned and on point to exceed them.

When we work on a company's financial communication, everything must start from an inexorable concept: transparency. When a company sheds light on its financial results, challenges and future plans, it is sharing its current state and roadmap with the public; meeting regulatory expectations; and it is also creating a bond of trust with investors. In other words, you are seducing those willing to support your business.

Financial communication, in addition to providing an integrated report for financial experts; It is the master key that empowers investors to make informed decisions. Presenting information clearly and in detail prevents the game from becoming financial Russian roulette and invites investors to a banquet of data on which they can base their decisions and trust in our business. In a world where financial ignorance carries high risk, financial communication therefore becomes the insurance to avoid reckless bets. And we want prudence to be on our side.

A formal meeting is very important. This shows how important the discussion is to you and gives you window of time to lay out your proposal. In most cases, a verbal presentation is sufficient. However, nothing beats some good visuals. Ideally you can tailor this to your boss' ideal learning method. - A bullet point list with key numbers/goals/objectives. - Pie chart or graph showing your goals and the value add to the company. - Images portraying your goals and your value add. Be prepared to answer questions and be confident in your supporting information.

One of the best ways to build trust is through effective communication by being consistent and demonstrating subject matter knowledge. If you are managing through difficult conversations, how you resolve conflict can also make a significant impact in that trust.

On the other hand, there are two concepts that underlie the transparency exercise. Can you imagine a dance where each step is predictable and harmonious? Getting the public and investors to feel the satisfaction of trusting our brand can only be achieved with coherence and consistency. Decisions must be consistent with the philosophy and narrative that we sell to our clients and investors. In this dance, the company leads, and investors confidently follow the tune, finding in coherence and consistency the reason to stay with us, and for others to join.

It is clear that financial communication is much more than a report. Financial communication is a stage in itself, where the company presents its work. It's not just about presenting numbers, but about strategy, financial performance and, above all, commitment to excellence and the communities in which we operate.

As communicators, we have the responsibility of building the company's long-term reputation and trust, and helping it achieve and maintain success, in a world where attention is a scarce resource. Financial communication is the language that connects with investors and clients. Those who understand its strategic value survive and lead the orchestra to the sustained acclaim of success.