(Bonus Episode) "FRIDAY FINANCIAL FLASHLIGHT" Lead Like a CFO: The 5 Metrics That Keep You Funded

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Most developers avoid their numbers—and it costs them. In this episode of Friday Financial Flashlight, Katie Kim and fractional CFO Cheryl break down the 5 essential metrics you need to check every single Friday to stay funded, focused, and financially sound. ✅ 13-week cash flow forecast✅ Budget vs. actuals (by project)✅ Deal pipeline value + funding gaps✅ Personal runway (burn rate clarity)✅ Net worth impact per project Whether you're early in your development journey or running multiple projects, this is the exact CFO rhythm that turns chaos into clarity—and helps you lead like the powerhouse you are. ⏱ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Pause. Zoom Out. Lead In.00:22 – Why These 5 Numbers Matter More Than You Think00:53 – Metric #1: 13-Week Cash Flow Forecast (No More Flying Blind)03:56 – Metric #2: Projected vs. Actual Costs (Catch the Drift)07:13 – Metric #3: Deal Pipeline Value + Funding Status (Fantasy vs. Funded)12:16 – Metric #4: Personal Runway (The Paycheck Gap No One Talks About)14:29 – Metric #5: Net Worth Impact by Project (Stop Trading Time for Money)16:00 – Pulling It All Together: Weekly Reflections that Move the Needle17:56 – Real Talk: From Reports to Power Moves18:22 – Katie’s Wake-Up Call: The Day a Timeline Nearly Took Her Out19:34 – What’s Your Next Step? Options for Wherever You’re Starting19:55 – Disclaimer: Get the Right Team for Your Situation 🔗 Connect with Katie Kim 🌐 Website:https://www.katiekim.com – The Katie Kim Educational Platformhttps://www.thekimgroup.com – The Kim Group 📱 Instagram:@thekatiekim@thekimgroup 💼 LinkedIn:Katie Arnholt Kim, CCIMThe Katie Kim Educational PlatformThe Kim Group 📘 Facebook:The Katie Kim Educational PlatformThe Kim Group 🔗 Connect with Cheryl Heller 🌐 Website:https://www.pillaroneconsulting.com/ 📱 Instagram:@cherylaheller 💼 LinkedIn:Cheryl A. Heller 🎯 NEXT STEPS💻 Missed the last webinar?Katie’s FREE LIVE MASTERCLASS returns this October!📅 Tuesday, October 14th at 7pm CST and 📅 Thursday, October 16th at 12pm CST → Learn how to use real estate development as a tool to scale your business. 🚨 BONUS: Submit your deal for a chance at live coaching with Katie!💥 Type “masterclass” below to save your spot.👉 https://www.katiekim.com/masterclass 🚀 NEXT BOOTCAMP: October 10th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CST💬 Comment “BOOTCAMP” to sharpen your Buy Box LIVE (only 5 seats).👉 https://www.katiekim.com/bootcamp 🤔 Not sure what your next step is?Book a call with our team to discuss the best option for you.👉 https://www.katiekim.com/booking-page #RealEstateDevelopment #WomenInBusiness #TheKatieKim #DeveloperForFee #BuildYourLegacy #FinancialFreedom

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