Amazon #1 Bestseller

The CFO Myth

Ten Reasons Why You Don’t Need a CFO And Five Signs You Do

Master the money side of your business—without the cost of a CFO.

Amazon #1 Bestseller

The CFO Myth

Ten Reasons Why You Don’t Need a CFO
And Five Signs You Do

Master the money side of your business—without the cost of a CFO.

book-open

Step 1

Order your copy of the book.

gift

Step 2

Come back to this page and
opt-in for your bonuses.
user-share

Step 3

Share with your team,
friends, and family!
Bonus Resources

When you purchase your copy of The CFO Myth, you’ll also get access to the following downloadable resources:

Bonus 1

CPR Methodology Toolkit

Worksheets to help founders walk through the Core, Priorities, and Resources of their business using the CPR framework.

Bonus 2

Vendor & Contract Tracker

A spreadsheet-based system for tracking vendors, contracts and recurring expenses.
Bonus 3

The $1K Spending Challenge

A guided 7-day challenge that helps founders rethink what, why, and how they spend—without cutting corners or playing small.

If you’re like most entrepreneurs, you didn’t start your business to become a financial expert.

But sooner or later, the numbers start calling the shots—whether you understand them or not.

Runway is running out.

Revenue stalls.

Expenses spiral.

Scaling feels risky.

And suddenly, you’re not running your business…

Your business is running you.

You don’t need a CFO to build a financially strong business…

You just need the right roadmap.

In The CFO Myth, financial strategist and business advisor Rodrigo Rodríguez-Novás delivers the knowledge, structure, and clarity you need to lead your company with confidence—even if you’ve never opened a P&L before.

Drawing on 20+ years of experience in corporate finance, M&A, and consulting with fast-growing startups, Rodrigo breaks down the difference between accounting and finance, clears up common misconceptions, and gives you a real-world blueprint for growth without chaos.

Inside, you’ll learn:
circle-check-2

How to structure your business for financial clarity and control

circle-check-2
What healthy spending actually looks like
circle-check-2
Why your team needs to know the numbers—and how to teach them
circle-check-2

How to build lean systems and a money-smart company culture

circle-check-2
The signs you’re outgrowing your current setup—and what to do next
circle-check-2

And much, much more…

Inside, you’ll learn:
circle-check-2
How to structure your business for financial clarity and control
circle-check-2
What healthy spending actually looks like
circle-check-2
Why your team needs to know the numbers—and how to teach them
circle-check-2
How to build lean systems and a money-smart company culture
circle-check-2
The signs you’re outgrowing your current setup—and what to do next
circle-check-2
And much, much more…

Preview of the Book

This book is for you if you are a business owner who wants to:
  • Make smarter decisions using data, not guesswork

  • Build a lean, responsible spending culture across their team

  • Avoid early-stage money mistakes that destroy momentum

  • Put systems and controls in place before scaling

  • Know when they’re ready to outsource—or bring in a CFO

Testimonials

What People Are Saying
“When I think back to the early days of building my company, I realize how much of my financial learning came through trial and error. Rodrigo’s methodology really clicks — it connects the dots in a way that would have saved me a lot of stress and uncertainty. For any founder navigating the numbers for the first time, this book is a thoughtful and practical companion.”
Endorsement---Marcel-Lotufo
Marcel Lotufo
Founder & CEO, Kenoby (acquired by Gupy)
"Rodrigo's CPR methodology has completely transformed how we approach financial decisions at Health Hug. As bootstrapped founders, every dollar counts, and this framework helped us allocate our limited resources with precision, ensuring we built sustainable systems instead of burning through cash on the wrong priorities. This approach got us past MVP and positioned us for real growth. The CFO Myth takes bootstrapping to the next level by giving you the financial discipline of a seasoned executive without the overhead. This book is essential reading for any founder who wants to build lean and scale smart."
Endorsement---Christina-Sloan-Vélez
Christina Sloan-Vélez
Co-founder & Co-CEO, Health Hug
"For founders juggling many hats and family businesses looking to grow responsibly, this book is a lifeline. Rodrigo delivers clear, practical steps to build financial structure without breaking the bank, packed with actionable insights and grounded advice that's perfect for businesses wanting to scale independently."
Endorsement---Julio-Verdeja
Julio Verdeja
Operations Manager, Family Owned Boucherie

About The Author

Rodrigo Rodríguez-Novás

Rodrigo Rodríguez-Novás is the Founder and CEO of NORDES Consulting, a boutique firm specializing in financial leadership, operational efficiency and M&A execution.

With more than 20 years of global experience in finance, operations, and executive leadership, he brings a sharp, strategic mindset to every challenge—paired with the steady focus of a former competitive freediver. Rodrigo holds an MBA from EGADE Business School and has pursued advanced studies at The London School of Economics, Wharton, and the University for Peace.

A certified Project Management Professional, author, entrepreneur and business school professor, Rodrigo is passionate about building resilient businesses, leading with purpose, and helping others navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, The CFO Myth will help you make better decisions, avoid expensive missteps, and build a business that’s positioned to thrive.

You may not need a CFO…

But you do need to think like one.