(Bonus Episode) "FRIDAY FINANCIAL FLASHLIGHT" Lead Like a CFO: The 5 Metrics That Keep You Funded
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 Think
00:53 – 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 Needle
17:56 – Real Talk: From Reports to Power Moves
18:22 – Katie’s Wake-Up Call: The Day a Timeline Nearly Took Her Out
19:34 – What’s Your Next Step? Options for Wherever You’re Starting
19:55 – Disclaimer: Get the Right Team for Your Situation
🔗 Connect with Katie Kim
🌐 Website:
https://www.katiekim.com – The Katie Kim Educational Platform
https://www.thekimgroup.com – The Kim Group
📱 Instagram:
@thekatiekim
@thekimgroup
💼 LinkedIn:
Katie Arnholt Kim, CCIM
The Katie Kim Educational Platform
The Kim Group
📘 Facebook:
The Katie Kim Educational Platform
The Kim Group
🔗 Connect with Cheryl Heller
🌐 Website:
https://www.pillaroneconsulting.com/
📱 Instagram:
@cherylaheller
💼 LinkedIn:
Cheryl A. Heller
🎯 NEXT STEPS
💻 Missed the last webinar?
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📅 Tuesday, October 14th at 7pm CST and
📅 Thursday, October 16th at 12pm CST
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🚀 NEXT BOOTCAMP: October 10th from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm CST
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👉 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.
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