chief financial officers

Introduces careers in financial management, discussing what the jobs are like, the skills and education needed, the salaries, the pros and cons of the jobs, and their future outlook. Also discusses the importance of developing a career plan, and offers tips for applying and interviewing. Includes black-and-white photographs, sidebars, interviews with professionals in the field, a glossary, and sources for further learning.

Tony Hawk shares the story of how he went from amateur skateboarder to international fame in the sport and in business, discussing the development of Birdhouse Skateboards, and the creation of related businesses, all while staying true to skating's homegrown style.