Think like a Rocket Scientist and solve problems in Finance and FP&A

As a Finance or Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) professional, you are constantly faced with complex challenges that require creative problem-solving skills.

In such a dynamic and constantly evolving field, it’s essential to have a mindset that enables you to think outside the box and push the boundaries of what is possible.

Think like a Rocket Scientist and solve problems in Finance and FP&A

One book that can help you do just that is “Think Like a Rocket Scientist” by Ozan Varol.

In this book, Varol draws on his experience as a former rocket scientist to provide practical guidance on how to approach complex problems and innovate in any field.

Here are three key principles from the book that Finance and FP&A professionals can apply in their work.

1. Embrace uncertainty

Finance and FP&A professionals deal with a lot of data and numbers, which can sometimes create a false sense of certainty. However, the reality is that there is always a level of uncertainty involved in any financial analysis or projection. As Varol explains, uncertainty is an inherent part of innovation, and learning…