title: Moving from CFO to COO.
abstract: Strategies for positioning yourself for the role of COO or chief administrative officer include the following: Learn more than just the financial aspects of running a hospital or health system. Cultivate deep self awareness of your attributes as a leader. Find ways to accelerate innovation in your organization. Take a fresh look at issues that are continuing challenges for your organization.
authors.affiliation: HFMA, Westchester, Ill., USA.
authors.forename: Jeni
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Williams
mesh_terms: D002322:Career Mobility; D005377:Financial Management, Hospital; D006739:Hospital Administration; D006740:Hospital Administrators; D006801:Humans; D007857:Leadership