Introducing CFO Frameworks
Focused content for finance leaders seeking clarity, impact, and success
Dear Readers,
When I first started Tots Blog, my goal was simple: to share insights, ideas, and lessons learned across various topics that inspired me.
Over time, I’ve realized that many of you—my most engaged readers—are finance professionals or business leaders looking for actionable guidance to excel in your careers.
That’s why I’m thrilled to announce an exciting evolution: Tots Blog is becoming CFO Frameworks.
Why the Change?
While Tots Blog has been a valuable platform, it has become clear that its content deserves more focus. My goal in starting this venture was to help you succeed in your job and become the financial leader you aspire to be. In hindsight, there is an opportunity to be more intentional about how I can help you get there.
The truth is most CFO content out there falls into two categories:
High-level thought leadership that sounds good but isn't actionable, and
Technical deep dives that miss the broader leadership picture
What’s missing is the practical frameworks that bridge strategic thinking with day-to-day execution. True success lies at the intersection of dollars and sense.
CFO Frameworks is intended to fill this gap by delivering:
Battle-tested frameworks you can implement immediately
Real-world case studies from my experience and network of finance leaders
Templates and tools that solve everyday challenges
Weekly actionable insights that build on each other
This shift also allows me to revisit and rewrite some of Tots Blog's most popular posts, refining them to align with this sharper vision. You’ll notice an emphasis on practical frameworks and strategies you can apply immediately to your work.
What to Expect from CFO Frameworks
My posts will be anchored around the CFO FRAMEwork:
Focus: Learn to prioritize what matters most and avoid distractions that dilute your impact.
Relationships: Build trust and alignment with colleagues, business partners, and stakeholders.
Analysis: Turn data into actionable insights to inform decisions.
Messaging: Communicate with clarity and purpose to inspire action.
Execution: Deliver measurable outcomes that align strategy with impact.
You’ll receive insights designed to make you great at your job. Topics include building impactful visualizations, influencing business partners, mastering annual planning, and balancing strategic oversight with operational execution. It’s all about giving you the tools to master financial leadership, no matter where you are in your career.
What Does This Mean for You?
If you’re already a subscriber to Tots Blog and this sounds like what you’ve been looking for, I encourage you to visit cfoframeworks.com or use the link below to subscribe. The first post will come out next week, and I’ll do my best to keep up with a weekly (or bi-weekly) cadence from there.
Thank you for your continued support and engagement. I’m excited to embark on this journey with you and look forward to helping you achieve your goals in 2025 and beyond.
Warm regards,
Taylor Otstot
