Every individual in an organization impacts financial performance either directly or indirectly. It is important for non-finance professionals to understand how their decisions affect profitability and cash flows. People must learn to consider opportunity costs and how even small decisions can impact other business activities and the overall value chain. Building financial acumen for non-finance professionals involves assessing existing skills, customizing training based on gaps, and using innovative techniques like simulations and case studies to teach fundamentals of finance and strategic decision making. Assessing skills before and after training helps ensure learning objectives are met.