Name
Anna Faherty
Title
Writer and Consultant
About Anna Faherty
In a former life Anna ran a multi-million-pound division of an international company. Now her clients range from world-class museums and charities to accountancy professional bodies, She has extensive international experience, having spent extended periods of time working and studying in Australia, Seychelles and South Africa.
Her recent book, Writing Online & Audio Stories provides a practical set of tools to help professionals develop and use emotionally engaging stories in a range of contexts, including business. .
Anna has presented CPD for ACCA and AIA and is the author of AccountingCPD courses on subjects including communication, ethics, innovation and change. Her courses regularly get the highest ratings from our users.
What Makes Anna Tick?
Anna is passionate about supporting technical specialists to be strategic, creative thinkers and effective communicators.
CPD Courses
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Persuasive Writing
Being able to influence business conversations and strategic decisions, is an increasingly important skill for accountants. This course explains how to use the written word to get people on board with new ideas and innovative ways of thinking, and build deeper connections and networks with colleagues and clients. - Course
Driving and Supporting Innovation
In this course, you’ll discover the benefits and importance of innovation for your organisation, develop an innovator’s mindset to generate great ideas, and support and implement them in your organisation.
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Networking: Building Relationships With Purpose
Successful networkers think carefully about who they want to connect with. Building relationships and trust with a network of other professionals gives you access to valuable resources. This course guides you on building your own networking strategy that sparks new relationships. - Course
Communication for Professional Success
Strong communication turns technical expertise into real influence. This course helps accountants improve their listening, speaking, and writing skills to communicate clearly with clients and colleagues. - Course
Presenting Numerical Data
Explore how effective use of data can enable informed business decisions and win support for ideas. In this course, you’ll discover how to express numerical data through visuals, analyse and interpret data and create persuasive business presentations.
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Thinking Strategically
Strategic thinking isn’t just for boards and leadership teams. This course helps you develop practical strategic skills so you can make better decisions, prioritise effectively, and think beyond day‑to‑day firefighting. - Course
Creativity for Finance Professionals
In a profession shaped by change and uncertainty, creative thinking is a practical skill. This course helps you develop habits, tools, and ways of thinking that improve problem‑solving, decision‑making, and confidence at work.