Due Diligence: Navigating Numbers

In a cozy office of the Fancy Valley and Four Seasons, the team gathered around a table strewn with stacks of resumes. The scent of fresh coffee mingled with excitement in the air as they delved into the task of finding the right finance professional to join the team.

Sue cleared her throat and straightened a stack of resumes, “Alright team, let’s dive into this. We’ve got quite a list of candidates to consider.”

Duey nodded, his focus shifting from Coco’s situation to the growth of their business. “Let’s find someone who can keep our financial ship sailing smoothly.”

Prue held up a resume with a chuckle, “First up, we have Penny Pincher. She’s all about maximizing savings and minimizing spending.”

Sue smirked, “Sounds like she’d be a great fit for our cost-conscientious team. But let’s keep exploring.”

As they moved through the resumes, the names ranged from Cashmere Calculators to Balance Beamington. They shared debates about the potential contributions.

After narrowing down the list to a handful of candidates, Sue tapped her pen against her chin. “Now comes the important part – background investigations. We want to make sure we bring in someone trustworthy.”

Duey’s brows furrowed. “How do we do that? I mean, we’re not exactly investigators.”

Prue nodded, “You’re right, Duey. But the employees at Commercial Investigations are. We can start by having CI verify the information our applicants have provided in their resumes – work history, education, and professional licenses.”

Sue chimed in, “We should also consider a credit report. They can offer valuable information about financial responsibility, reliability, and potential risk factors.”

Justin leaned back in his chair. “And don’t forget about social media. It’s a treasure trove of information nowadays. A quick online search might reveal more about their activities and interactions.”

As the team discussed the various aspects, Duey shifted uneasily in his chair. “It’s great that we’re considering hiring a finance professional, but we need to be mindful of our budget. We can’t spend more than we can afford.”

Prue agreed, understanding. “You’re right, Duey. Our financial health is just as important as our business operations. We can’t dive into this blindly.”

Sue leaned forward, “I completely understand your worries, but Commercial Investigations is committed to transparency. They provide clear information about our fees and ensure that we won’t be surprised with unexpected costs.”

Duey’s shoulders visibly relaxed, and a small smile tugged at the corner of his lips. “That’s good to know. We’re not just doing this for ourselves – we’re doing it for the business and our team.”

Prue summed up their approach. “Let’s proceed step by step. We’ll start with verifying the information on the resumes, then move on to a credit report, and social media screening if needed. It’s all about getting a well-rounded picture of our candidates.”

With a plan in place, Duey felt a renewed sense of purpose. He was not only dealing with his mother’s situation, but also contributing to the future of their company. With the path ahead clearly defined, they were ready to take the next steps in their quest for the perfect finance professional.

Will Fancy Valley hire a financial professional?

What inquiries will they use to obtain information?

How is Duey’s new attitude going to enhance his work?

Find out in the next issue!

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