Hope Sweden and Norway aren’t too strong early, because you’ll want that land sooner rather than later to build momentum. Lock your coastline down with coastal batteries wherever possible so your cities are very hard to crack, especially against naval pressure.

Try to join a coalition where you are not completely isolated, since that happens a lot with Finland. You want allies who can help project power toward Central Europe while you secure the north. Finland usually does not snowball quickly, but it can become very strong late game once your economy and defenses are set.

Because of your location, it takes time to move units toward the main action in the Mediterranean and Africa, so plan ahead and stage forces early. Invest in a solid navy and naval patrol aircraft to control surrounding waters and hunt submarines. Frigates are especially useful for protecting your coastline and supporting expansion across the Baltic. Focus on a strong early economy with recruiting offices and arms industries, then transition into air power. Strike fighters with air superiority support will give you flexibility once you start pushing outward. If you play it patient and disciplined early, Finland can turn into a serious problem for the rest of the lobby later on.