Books To The Boardroom
Are you interested in how Australia’s best leaders grew into the professionals they are today? The journey from University (Books) to Leadership positions (Boardroom) can take many different forms. Listen in as we interview CEO’s, CFO’s, and Executives, on how they ascended to leadership positions, made critical career choices, and overcame adversity throughout their career. The Books To The Boardroom podcast is co-hosted by Sumith Dissanayake, a CFO turned Business Owner based in Brisbane, Australia, who is fascinated by all things leadership and career development.
Books To The Boardroom
In Conversation with Peter Nijmeijer, CFO at Heritage Lifecare
Welcome to Books to the Boardroom podcast, where we delve into the essence of leadership through the stories of remarkable individuals. In this episode, we're honored to host Peter Nijmeijer, the CFO at Heritage Lifecare.
Peter's journey is a tale of unexpected turns and valuable lessons. It all began with his deep connection to music, particularly the piano, which he recently rediscovered as a source of relaxation and focus.
However, what truly set Peter on his path were two pivotal moments. Firstly, during his university days, he found himself promoted to a weekend store manager at a supermarket, leading a team of 25 employees. This experience revealed his innate qualities.
Secondly, exposure to an exceptional leader in a previous role left an indelible mark. This leader, respected and approachable, ignited Peter's interest, shaping his journey.
Peter's drive stems from a desire to guide, impact, and influence positively. Transitioning from a technical background, he faced challenges like shifting from a functional to an enterprise-wide role and mastering formal stakeholder relationships.
In an unexpected twist, Peter embarked on a life-changing journey from Europe to New Zealand, embracing new opportunities. This experience, while unconventional, added depth to his journey.
Join us for an insightful exploration of Peter's evolution on Books to the Boardroom.
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