The Inventory Genius Podcast
Ciara Stockeland
Looking for a business mentor with decades of experience in business ownership, inventory and cash flow management, and client coaching? Get started with Ciara Stockeland’s Inventory Genius podcast. As a Fractional CFO and Profit Strategist, Ciara specializes in breaking complex business topics into bite-sized, actionable steps you can implement today. Tune in, get inspired, and learn from Ciara and her range of incredible guests. Discover why thousands of products-based businesses owners turn to Ciara for guidance on inventory management, debt reduction, e-commerce strategies, financial strategy, business growth, retail profitability, and more. Whether you’re a new business owner or a long-time entrepreneur, each episode with give you nuggets of information, insights and strategies you can start implementing now.
For business inquiries please email: hello@ciarastockeland.com.
For business inquiries please email: hello@ciarastockeland.com.
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Apr 22, 2025 • 29min
#230: Training our Brain to do Hard Things (Like Getting Out of Debt!), interview with Joy McAdams
Joy McAdams is a friend and fellow athlete. Our conversation came about from a text I sent her. Her response to me made me think. It challenged my mindset when she messaged, "It's really good to do hard things but different types of hard things." How can we apply this type of thinking to the world of business? Find out what Joy has to say to business owners.
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Connect with Joy:Instagram: @jmcadams5
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Apr 15, 2025 • 36min
#229: The Lies We Tell Ourselves, Interview with Adrienne Richardson
Adrienne Richardson works with entrepreneurs on mindset and on facing challenges head on. Listen as Adrienne shares her story and talks about why she's passionate about helping entrepreneurs. What are the lies we tell ourselves, how are we getting ourselves stuck, and what can we do to find freedom and wholeness?
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Connect with Adrienne:Website: https://adriennerichardson.com/
More About the Episode Sponsor:Finding Freedom Financial Services (https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/) - Get help managing your business finances!
Apr 8, 2025 • 34min
#228: Hiring a Social Media Manager, Interview with Emily Nelson
Emily Nelson is a social media expert, the founder of Brandakin Social Media, and she's been with me since I started my coaching business. Today, we're having a conversation about social media management. It's one of the biggest pain points I hear about when talking to clients about vendors.
Learn what Emily recommends when it comes to looking for a social media manager. You'll discover what should you be looking for and why a manager with premium service offerings is a good bet.
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Connect with Emily:
Website: https://www.brandakinsocialmedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandakinsocialfargo/
Apr 1, 2025 • 31min
#227: What's Up with This Economy and What to do Next, Interview with Bethny Ricks
Bethny Ricks is a genius in the room for us. She's bringing a great conversation to the table about the current economy. There's been so much conversation and murmur going on about what's happening. Listen as Bethny navigates chaos as if she were consultant or coach to each of us.
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Website - https://www.bethnyricks.com/
Mar 25, 2025 • 40min
#226: Growing an Email List, Interview with Jennifer Allwood
Today I'm talking to Jennifer Allwood about upping our email game. Email can be such a tricky topic. We often want to avoid using it, but the truth is, it's an essential part of growing a successful business. Tune in and hear as Jennifer shares some expert insights and advice.
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Connect with Jennifer:
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More About the Episode Sponsor:Brandakin Social Media (https://www.brandakinsocialmedia.com/) - Maximize your social media presence and reach.
Mar 18, 2025 • 59min
#225: Masterclass Q&A
Two weeks ago, we had a special episode where I shared day 1 of my most recent Inventory Genius Masterclass. Today, I'm taking you through day 4, which is always something special. It's when I do a Q&A with the attendees. You'll hear their questions and how I coach them through a variety of situations. Get a glimpse into my coaching style while having a few of your own questions answered!
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More About the Episode Sponsor:Finding Freedom Financial Services (https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/) - Get help managing your business finances!
Mar 11, 2025 • 12min
#224: What the Winners Have in Common
Let's talk about the common denominators amongst winners. We all want to define our own version of success and make it happen. Tune in and discover the top qualities I see shared across the winner board.
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Mar 4, 2025 • 55min
#223: Inventory Genius Masterclass Day 1 Replay
Today, I'm sharing Day One of the live masterclass I just taught. If you're interested in being a part of the next LIVE Inventory Genius Masterclass, click here to get on the waitlist.
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Feb 25, 2025 • 15min
#222: How Custom Branding Can Elevate Your Brand
My guest today is a fabulous resource for inventory based businesses. Courtney and her company, BoxUp, create customized shipping products. BoxUp's small minimums make their products accessible to everyone. Listen as Courtney shares about her background, about BoxUp's story and products, and about how custom branding can elevate any business.
You can also take 10% off your first order with BoxUp when you enter code GENIUS10 at checkout. Visit the website by clicking here.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 12min
#221: I Am Paying Off My Debt! Interview with Clarissa Peterson
Clarissa is one of my Inventory Genius clients, and she's been working so hard on financial strategy and cleanup in her business. On today's episode, she's sharing some behind-the-scenes insights on what she's learned and on how she's implemented changes.
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