The Inventory Genius Podcast

#307: Buy From Profit, Not Gut: Be the Captain of Your Inventory Ship

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Have you ever run out of a best seller at the worst possible time while shelves full of other inventory just won't move? The problem usually isn't your buying. It's the missing link between your inventory and your cash.

With holiday buying underway, I walk through how your P&L, balance sheet, and profit plan should drive every inventory decision, the simple open-to-buy formula any store can use, and the two "bumpers" that keep your buying out of the gutter.

Key Takeaways

Your P&L is a rearview mirror; your balance sheet is a health check. One shows what already happened. The other shows whether your business can weather a storm, like the client facing a full downtown street teardown right after the holidays.
Four of the five lines on your P&L are tied to inventory. Sales, cost of goods, gross margin, and net profit all move with what you buy and how it sells.
A sales goal without a profit plan leads to emotional buying and frantic selling. "Last year plus 10%" isn't a plan. Your break-even is.
Open-to-buy is a guardrail, not the whole system. One client's inventory software kept telling her to buy more because it never looked at her cash.
The cost of every sale isn't yours to spend. Set it aside each week so the money to restock is already there.

Chapters
00:00 Out of best sellers, stuck with everything else
02:17 My story, in brief
06:05 Part 1: Your P&L and balance sheet
16:47 Building a profit plan and your break-even
21:13 Client story: full shelves, empty bank account
23:08 Part 2: The open-to-buy formula and the four corners
29:53 Part 3: Two bumpers that keep your buying out of the gutter
36:11 Putting the whole system together

If your sales are growing but your cash isn't, let's find out why.
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#306: Full Shelves, Empty Bank Account: How I Lost My Retail Business (and What I Know Now)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 -0400

On September 29, 2017, I closed the last store of my multi-location retail franchise. Months later, we filed for bankruptcy and lost our home. From the outside, the business looked wildly successful: seven figures, 13 locations, two invitations to the White House. Behind the scenes, I was writing myself paychecks I couldn't afford to cash.

In this episode, I share the full story of how it fell apart, the four warning signs my business gave me that I walked right past, and the profit math I wish I'd understood 20 years ago. If your sales keep climbing but your bank account doesn't, this one is for you.

Key Takeaways

Revenue tells you how busy you are; cash tells you the truth. Record months meant nothing when I was still scrambling to make payroll the following Friday.
Markup and margin are not the same thing. Marking a product up 3x is a hope. Margin is what actually happened after damages, markdowns, and discounts. One client discovered she'd given away $250,000 in rewards-program discounts in a single year.
Gross margin is your secret weapon. A client in my program raised her margin from 55% to 61% in under six months by changing her product mix and saying no to inventory that wasn't turning.
Your inventory is cash on hangers and cash in boxes. Every purchase is a dollar bill that needs to turn back into more dollars, fast.
Set sales goals from the bottom up. Start with the profit you need to pay down debt and pay yourself, then work back to the revenue required.

Chapters
00:00 The day I closed my last store
01:24 How I built (and lost) a retail franchise
06:27 Starting over with two new rules
08:55 The four warning signs I walked past
20:33 Revenue vs. cash: the P&L is your math problem
26:13 Three questions your margin forces you to answer
34:54 How I run a business now
36:08 Homework: calculate your break-even

#305: Launch Debrief: What I Learned From The Debt Detox Bootcamp

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this quick debrief, I’m opening up about what happened during our recent Debt Detox Bootcamp and the quiet confessions I heard from product-based business owners just like you.

If you are carrying heavy debt—whether it's credit cards, lines of credit, high-interest fast-funding loans, or unsold inventory—I want you to hear this: you are not alone, and this is completely solvable.

In this episode, I break down why debt isn't a willpower problem (it’s a math problem!), why you shouldn't try to fix it isolated in a vacuum, and what it actually takes to build a structured system to pay off debt once and for all while keeping more cash in your pocket.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The Weight of Hidden Debt: Why so many product-based business owners carry debt in secret—hiding it from spouses, teams, bookkeepers, and accountants—and why carrying it alone makes the burden so much heavier.
Willpower vs. Math: Why trying harder won't pay down your debt, and how restructuring your numbers creates a business that produces real, sustainable profit.
The "Chess Piece" Problem: Why being too close to your own numbers makes it almost impossible to see which financial move to make first without an outside perspective.
Break the Loan Cycle: How to stop the endless loop of paying off a loan or credit card only to take on another one to cover payroll or operating expenses.
Knowledge vs. Operating Systems: Why information alone won't change your business, but structured systems (like profit planning, cash flow management, and open-to-buy plans) will.

Resources & Next Steps

Join the Next Debt Detox Bootcamp: Mark your calendars! We have another Debt Detox Bootcamp coming up in October. Stay tuned for registration details!
Explore the Inventory Genius Operating System (IGOS): Ready to stop guessing and start building financial freedom in your inventory-based business? Head over to CiaraStockeland.com to learn about the IGOS framework—built specifically for retailers, wholesalers, and makers who want to build profit from the ground up, buy inventory based on data, and keep more cash in their business.

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#304: Her One Action That Calmed The Chaos

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Inventory Genius Podcast, I unpack a money mystery from a business owner running three retail locations while feeling completely suffocated by debt. We dive deep into why high-interest balances aren't always the main culprit behind cash flow nightmares—and how erratic daily and weekly debits can silently destroy your business from the inside out.

I walk through the exact steps we took to eliminate her most damaging debits, consolidate her debt into a single predictable monthly payment, and shift her operations from survival mode back into growth.

Key Takeaways

Unpredictable Debt is the Real Monster: The hidden killer for cash flow isn't always the balance itself—it's the chaos created by automatic daily and weekly withdrawals pulling from your account at random times.
Cash Flow Chaos Paralyzes Decision-Making: When you wake up every morning wondering which debits will hit your account, you lose the mental clarity needed to manage inventory, handle payroll, or plan for growth.
Target the Most Harmful Payment First: Tackle the daily cash-draining debits first to regain immediate breathing room before trying to address your entire balance sheet.
Knowledge vs. Operating System: Knowing where a leak exists isn't enough; you need a repeating system that helps you identify cash flow traps and fix them every single week.

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#303: Why Her Viral Post Almost Killed her Business

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Have you ever hit that ultimate milestone—a product going viral and cash pouring in—only to look at your bank account later and ask, "Where did all the money go?" In this episode of the Inventory Genius Podcast, I’m solving a classic money mystery: how scaling up your product options can quietly drain your cash flow.

I share the story of a client who expanded her inventory after a massive viral surge. She added new colors, add-ons, and product lines, expecting momentum to double. Instead, product complexity created stock sitting in boxes, frozen cash on shelves, and confused customers closing their tabs. I walk you through how we stripped back the complexity, simplified her offer, and uncovered where her profit was hiding—plus why you need a reliable operating system to spot these leaks consistently month after month.

Key Takeaways:

The "More Options" Trap: Adding variations, bundles, and extra product lines feels like growth, but it often ties up your liquid cash in stagnant inventory.
Confused Customers Don't Buy: Too many near-identical choices lead to decision fatigue. When options overwhelm customers, they hesitate and close the browser.
Hidden Cash Leaks: Cash flow issues aren't always caused by low traffic or poor marketing. Often, your money is sitting quietly on shelves as unsold stock.
Growth via Subtraction: Sometimes true scale doesn't mean adding more; it means taking away enough complexity so your best products can shine.
Knowledge vs. Operating Systems: Spotting a single cash leak once is good, but having a repeatable operating system is what keeps your business profitable long term.

Reflection Questions for Your Business:

What product complexity is currently hiding in your catalog?
Do you have cash frozen in unsold boxes or variations sitting on shelves?
Where can you simplify your offer so it’s easier for your customers to buy?

#302: She Finally Found Her Cash Leak

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Ever feel like you’re working around the clock, carrying a packed schedule, but somehow left wondering where all the money went at the end of the month? In this episode, I walk you through a classic "money mystery" involving a busy client who thought she was running one business, when in reality, she was running three.

We dive into how blending multiple revenue streams distorts your financial reality, hides profit drains, and keeps you stuck. Plus, I share a personal story of how I fell into this exact same trap in my own retail journey and why having a repeatable operating system is the key to fixing it for good.

Key Takeaways

The Danger of the Blended View: Lumping different revenue streams into one profit and loss statement hides which parts of your business make money and which ones quietly subsidize losses.
The Organic Growth Trap: Businesses that naturally expand by adding service or product offerings (like a home decor shop offering interior design) often forget to untangle their costs, margins, and operating expenses.
Clarity Drives Action: Once you separate your revenue streams, you gain the visibility needed to adjust pricing, manage cost of goods, and control margins so every entity stands on its own.
Knowledge vs. Operating System: Spotting a financial leak once is great, but building a repeatable system is what allows you to find hidden opportunities week after week.

#301: The $135K Product They Almost Ignored

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Have you ever felt like your business is doing everything right on paper—great sales, happy customers, top-of-the-tier products—yet your bank account tells a completely different story? In this episode, I break down a real-world money mystery featuring a client doing over $1 million in revenue who hadn’t been able to take a consistent paycheck in months.

We dig into how we audited their inventory, pinpointed the hidden cash leak in their best-selling product, and implemented two simple strategic moves: building a recurring monthly offer and optimizing Cost of Goods Sold (COGS). The result? An extra $135,000 in revenue over 12 months without adding new products or burning out on marketing.

Key Takeaways

Look Beyond the P&L: A product-based business generating seven figures can still suffer from severe cash flow leaks if inventory aren't optimized.
Double Down on What Works: Stop spreading energy across your entire catalog. Build scalable, recurring offers around your proven hero product.
Ask the Two Essential Questions:
1. How do I sell more of this?
2. How do I keep more of what I’m selling?
Knowledge vs. Operating System: Fixing one cash leak gives you a temporary win; having an operating system ensures you catch every leak, every week, consistently.

Memorable Quotes

"It wasn't about doing more. It wasn't about adding new products, paying for marketing, or just hustling harder. It was about looking closely at something that already existed..."

"Knowledge doesn't create change in a business. It really, truly doesn't. But an operating system? Now that does."

Next Steps & Resources

Ready to stop guessing and start locating the hidden cash in your inventory?

Learn More: Explore the Inventory Genius Operating System to build a consistent financial cadence.
Connect: Follow along for weekly financial strategies to help you make more profit and keep more cash!

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#300: The $710 Ripple Effect

Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0400

When you’ve trimmed every line item, negotiated every bill, and cut every unnecessary expense, but your profit margins still aren't adding up—what do you do next?

In this episode, I share a story about a hard-working client who found himself completely exhausted after attempting to squeeze blood from a stone. He had done everything right: boosted top-line revenue, improved margins, and audited his expenses line by line. Yet, the math still wasn't mathing.

Instead of hunting for micro-expenses to shave down, we stepped back and looked at a foundational piece of his business: his Point-of-Sale (POS) system. By making one strategic pivot to replace a tool that no longer served him, we triggered a domino effect that eliminated a whole cluster of hidden app subscriptions and tech stack add-ons—putting $710 back into his bank account every single month.

Key Takeaways

Stop Squeezing Dry Lemons: Cost-cutting is essential, but when an expense line is tapped out, trying to "squeeze harder" won't yield results. You have to start asking a completely different question.
Identify Foundational Tech: A single core platform (like a POS system) often forces you to stack secondary apps, subscriptions, and integrations just to keep it functioning.
The Domino Effect of One Pivot: Replacing one foundational tool can instantly eliminate hidden peripheral costs that sit underneath your operations.
Advice vs. Operating Systems: Catching a single cash leak gives you a one-time win; having a repeatable operating system allows you to identify and fix structural profit drains every single week.

Resources & Next Steps

Ready to stop guessing and start keeping more of what you earn? Learn more about the Inventory Genius Operating System to build sustainable profitability into your product-based business.
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#299: Why Free Shipping Wasn't Free

Tue, 18 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0400

The $8,000/Month Profit Leak Hiding in Plain Sight

Every product-based business has a money mystery, and in this episode, I’m solving a big one.

I recently sat down with a client whose business was generating over $2 million in annual revenue, yet she had almost nothing left in profit at the end of the year. When we dug into her numbers, we found a massive cash leak that was quietly draining $8,627.50 out of her business every single month.

The culprit? Free shipping disguised as a customer perk.

In this episode, I walk you through how we uncovered this hidden expense, how we used real data—not emotion—to make a tough call, and how fixing this single line item instantly transformed her bottom line.

What We Cover in This Episode:

The $8,000 Mystery: How a $2M+ business was bleeding cash despite strong sales.
The High Cost of "Free": Why free shipping is often a hidden profit killer rather than a strategic perk.
Overcoming the Fear of Losing Customers: Why the fear of changing a policy is often worse than the reality.
Data Over Emotion: How side-by-side math made the decision to end free shipping completely obvious.
Why You Don't Need More Advice: The difference between guessing your way to profit and using an operating system to build it on purpose.

Key Takeaways:

"Profit leaks rarely look dramatic. They look like a nice little thing you're doing for your customers, or a policy set up years ago that nobody has revisited. Cutting a cost isn't a gut decision—it's a data decision." — Ciara Stockeland

Data removes the panic: When you analyze real numbers side-by-side (revenue gained vs. potential customer drop-off), the strategic choice makes itself.
Revenue does not equal Health: Growing top-line sales without protecting your margin just creates the illusion of success.
Focus on systems: Knowing your numbers is only step one; you need a financial operating system to consistently surface leaks and protect your cash flow.

Resources & Next Steps:

Stop guessing your way to profit and start building it on purpose!

Work with Me: Learn more about the Inventory Genius Operating System and how we help product-based business owners uncover hidden cash.
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#298: Pt. 2 Courage, Clarity and Confidence with Your Money

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to the Inventory Genius Podcast! In last week’s episode, my client Rebecca said something during our raw, unscripted chat that completely stuck with me: she talked about finding Courage, Clarity, and Confidence through the Inventory Genius program.

That phrase resonated with me so much that I knew we needed a Part 2 to dig deeper into the nuts and bolts. Facing your business numbers isn’t just a math problem—it’s an emotional journey. In this episode, I break down what it really takes to transform your relationship with money and walk through the "3 C's" framework, sharing real client stories for each step along the way.

Key Takeaways & What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why Courage Must Come First: You can’t buy courage or find it in a budgeting app—it’s a decision to take the very first step and look at your numbers, even when you can’t see the whole staircase.
How Clarity Arrives: Financial clarity doesn't happen before you do the work; it comes through the work. It accumulates layer-by-layer like compound interest.
The Power of Real Confidence: True confidence isn't "faking it till you make it." It’s earned evidence from taking action, leading to better pricing, smarter decisions, and faster momentum.
Real Client Success Stories:
- How "Mary Jane" went from over $1M in debt to turning her entire business around.
- How Sarah found the clarity to keep, restructure, and scale her business instead of selling it.
- How "Susie" gained the confidence to move her product to a 3PL, double her subscription box subscribers, and boost profitability.

Episode Breakdown:

Introduction: The origin of Part 2 and why the podcast is always 100% real, raw, and unedited.
The 1st C: Courage: Facing the emotional math problem of money and overcoming the urge to avoid your numbers.
Client Story (Courage): Mary Jane's story of tackling $1M+ in debt and massive payroll by taking one courageous step.
The 2nd C: Clarity: Uncovering your financial picture, spotting patterns, and building a consistent operational rhythm.
Client Story (Clarity): Sarah’s story of using financial clarity to decide whether to sell or keep her growing business.
The 3rd C: Confidence: How clarity builds evidence, accelerates outcomes, and changes how you negotiate and price.
Client Story (Confidence): Susie’s story of stepping out of her home, outsourcing to a 3PL, and doubling her subscriber count.
Key Wrap-Up & Encouragement: How Courage → Clarity → Confidence works continuously to empower you as a business owner.

Memorable Quotes:

"Courage in your finances doesn't mean having it all figured out. Courage means taking that first step when you cannot see the whole staircase."

"Clarity does not show up before you do the work. Clarity comes through the work."

"Confident people take better financial action, and better financial action creates better financial outcomes."

#297: Pt. 1 Courage, Clarity and Confidence with Your Money

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’m joined by Inventory Genius program graduate Rebecca Garzon. Rebecca brings a unique perspective to product-based business ownership: with a background in social work, grief, and therapy, she understands human behavior deeply, yet found herself facing hidden guilt, shame, and hesitation around her own business numbers.

We walk through Rebecca’s year-and-a-half journey from feeling overwhelmed by financial baggage to becoming debt-free, confident, and consistent in her business.

Key Takeaways

The Three C’s of Growth: Transformation starts with Courage (making the initial investment and facing uncomfortable truths), leads to Consistency (building routines like Money Mondays), and finishes with Confidence (a direct byproduct of taking action).
Confidence is a Byproduct of Action: You don’t need to feel confident or motivated before taking a step. Confidence forms after you consistently show up—even when the numbers aren’t perfect.
Top-Line Revenue is a Vanity Metric: Focusing solely on gross sales masks expenses, taxes, and cost of goods sold. Understanding true profit and cash flow tells the full story.
Practice Financial Hygiene: Just like brushing your teeth or washing your face every morning, looking at your numbers—ideally on "Money Mondays"—is a necessary habit for maintaining a healthy business.
The Power of Accompaniment: Running a business can feel isolating. Being part of a supportive group lets you learn alongside peers, overcome imposter syndrome, and realize you aren't doing this alone.

Episode Breakdown

Welcome & Introduction
Introducing Rebecca Garzon, her background, and her journey through the Inventory Genius program.
Unpacking the Mindset: Shame and Avoidance
Rebecca shares how her therapy and grief counseling background didn't make her immune to business shame, and why so many educated founders avoid facing their numbers.
The Three C's: Courage, Consistency, and Confidence
Why courage must come first, how consistent routines build momentum, and why confidence follows action.
Overcoming Obstacles: Firing the Wrong Team Members
Rebecca talks about the difficult but necessary step of replacing an accountant who wasn't serving her business and finding a trusted partner instead.
Vanity Metrics vs. True Financial Health
Why high sales numbers don't tell the whole story and how to separate emotional reactions from clear financial data.
Developing "Financial Hygiene" with Money Mondays
Why prioritizing your numbers at the beginning of the week positions you to make proactive—not reactive—business choices.
Seeing the Big Picture Beyond Monthly Snapshots
Understanding cash flow timing, invoice delays, and quarterly profit views so you stay calm and strategic.
The Hidden Benefits of the Program & Wrap-Up
How releasing financial stress frees you up to serve your clients better and lean into your true calling.

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#296: Operational Efficiency Driven by Financial Clarity

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’m joined by my wonderful client, Kelly Chakerian, owner of Abide—a boutique home goods store with an integrated interior design division in California.

Today is a super special day because Kelly is officially graduating from the Inventory Genius program!

We look back at where Kelly’s business was just one year ago—feeling discouraged, constantly stressed by financial chaos, and checking bank accounts daily—and contrast it with where she is today. From structuring proper design fees to setting up clean bookkeeping systems and organizing her operational calendar, Kelly shares how gaining control of her numbers gave her back precious time, mental peace, and the ability to run her business with total confidence.

Key Takeaways

Financial Clarity Eliminates Operational Stress: Chaos in your bank account almost always spills over into operational burnout. Organizing your finances frees up the mental bandwidth you need to lead and grow your business.
Valuing Your Time: If you offer design, styling, or consulting services alongside retail products, charging properly for your time is critical for long-term profitability.
The "Monday Admin" System: Transitioning from checking bank accounts every single day to dedicating one day a week for financial check-ins completely removes day-to-day money anxiety.
Setting Boundaries & Enjoying Life: Knowing your true numbers empowers you to step away. With a solid foundation, Kelly was able to plan and fund a 10-day summer closure to rest and re-energize with her family without fear or stress.
You Don't Have to Be a Math Genius: You don't need a finance background to master inventory and business finances—even self-proclaimed "Type B" business owners and busy moms can do this with the right system!

Episode Highlights

Kelly shares where she was a year ago: seeing outward success in her store, but not seeing it reflected in her bank account.
Restructuring service and design fees so you stop working for free and actually enjoy serving your clients.
How clean bookkeeping and simple tracking systems take the intimidation out of finances.
Stopping the cycle of daily bank account checks and adopting a structured weekly routine.
Taking time off: How financial confidence allowed Kelly to safely shut down her shop for 10 days during slow season to spend time with her family.
Why small adjustments can save independent brick-and-mortar shops from burnout and closure.
Kelly’s parting words of encouragement for business owners who feel intimidated by their numbers.

Memorable Quotes

"Don't worry about what the numbers say, just track them. You can't fix what you aren't tracking."

— Ciara Stockeland

"The ability you had to open your own business—you have that same courage to learn about the ins and outs of your finances. If I can figure it out and learn, anybody can."

— Kelly Chakerian

Connect & Next Steps

Share the Love: Know another boutique owner or entrepreneur who needs encouragement with their numbers? Forward this episode to a business friend!
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#295: Raising Margin in a Resale Business Model

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:00:00 -0400

We are joined by one of my wonderful coaching clients, Lisa Lantz, the brilliant owner of The Getup—a community-focused resale store that sells everything from newborn and adult clothing to accessories, kids' gear, and toys. Lisa is just a few short weeks away from graduating from the Inventory Genius program, and she has made absolute leaps and bounds over the past year.

We have never had a guest on the show with this specific type of inventory-based business model, and the breakthroughs she has made with her numbers are going to blow you away. Whether you run a traditional retail boutique, a resale shop, or even a dropshipping business, Lisa’s journey holds some massive gold nuggets for you.

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

Consignment vs. Buy-Outright: Understand the financial risk of buying inventory outright from your customers versus running a traditional consignment model, and why your margins must reflect that risk.
The Fear of Policy Changes: Why we need to "stay out of our customers' pocketbooks" and make business-first decisions without letting fear dictate our financial policies.
Cracking the Cash-to-Credit Ratio: How tracking the exact ratio of cash payouts to in-store credit (which, for Lisa, sits consistently at 70% cash and 30% credit) allows for highly accurate cash-flow planning.
Data-Driven Curating: Moving away from buying inventory just because "it's in good shape" to hand-curating based on high-margin, fast-turning categories (like discovering women's wear drove over 50% of Lisa's sales!).
The Power of One-Dollar Levers: How focusing on just one simple lever—like raising your average ticket size by a small margin through employee training—can bridge massive sales gaps.

Inside the Conversation

1. The Cash vs. Credit Conundrum

Because The Getup is a buy-outright resale store, Lisa's customers can choose between cash or in-store credit (which now offers 10% more value) on the spot. When we first started working together, this model created a lot of cloudiness around her COGS (Cost of Goods Sold).

We realized Lisa was paying up to 40% back in cash just to support her community and keep inventory coming in. But when you buy outright, you take on 100% of the risk if that item doesn't sell. We adjusted her payouts down, and despite her fear that she'd drive people away, not a single customer complained.

"We hold off on making really important financial decisions out of fear of what people will think or say, and a lot of times, that story is only created in our head."

2. Finding the Ratios and Taking Control of Cash Flow

Once we started digging into the data, we discovered a highly consistent pattern: 30% of her buyouts were store credit, and 70% were cash. Knowing this ratio changed everything. Instead of guessing, Lisa can now accurately map out her open-to-buy plan and know exactly how much hard cash she needs on hand each month. No more putting out daily financial fires!

3. Curating with Intention (and Saying "No" Gently)

In resale, your inventory is a daily surprise. Lisa used to accept items simply because they were nice. Now, she uses her category data to make smart buying decisions. When she realized women's apparel made up over 50% of her sales, she knew exactly where to focus her efforts. We also talk about the delicate art of saying "no" to individual black-bag drop-offs without making it personal.

4. Moving the Needle on Average Ticket Size

Our latest project is bridging a big sales growth gap not by wishing for random traffic, but by focusing on average ticket size. Lisa shares her strategy for bringing her part-time team into the numbers conversation, recording training videos, and why she is temporarily stepping back onto the sales floor to spot the operational puzzle pieces herself.

#294: Why Small Businesses Stay Financially Fragile

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Have you ever wondered if your business is financially fragile? It’s a term that might not sound very attractive, but it’s a reality for thousands of small businesses—even those that look incredibly healthy from the outside.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why so many small business owners are quietly stressing behind closed doors. We’re talking about the gap between looking successful on social media and actually having a stable, profitable foundation.

In this episode, we cover:

The "Financial Fragility" Trap: How a business can look busy, have customers, and show growth, yet be one slow month away from a full-on panic.
Common Signs of Fragility: If you find yourself constantly transferring money between accounts, living "weekend-to-weekend," or using debt to cover operational mistakes, this episode is for you.
The 6 Reasons Your Business Stays Fragile:
1. Focusing on Sales, Not Profit: Revenue is just an illusion of success if you aren't retaining profit.
2. Emotional Decision-Making: Buying inventory, hiring, or avoiding price increases based on feelings rather than data is a recipe for instability.
3. Avoiding the Numbers: Overwhelm and intimidation often lead owners to look away from their financials.
4. Excessive Inventory: Why your "well-stocked" warehouse might actually be a pile of trapped cash.
5. Building Around Survival Habits: When you operate in chaos for too long, survival becomes your "normal."
6. Mistaking Hard Work for Strategy: You can work 80-hour weeks and still have poor margins. Strategy beats effort every time.

From Survival to Strength

I share a real-world example from a recent one-on-one coaching call where a business owner was working for free while her team managed the profitable service components. We talk about how to break these cycles and move toward true leadership.

Remember: You didn't start your business to create a job for yourself that doesn't pay you. It's time to stop playing "store" and start leading like a CEO.

5 Ways to Build Financial Health:

Know Your Numbers: Specifically, know your break-even point. Clarity creates control.
Consistent Financial Reviews: Stop avoiding the data. Analyze your margins and expenses regularly.
Stop Buying Emotionally: Use data-driven strategies to manage your inventory.
Build Cash Reserves: Start small—even just 1% of your gross margin per week—to stop the cycle of panic over unexpected expenses.
Lead Like a CEO: Shift your mindset from daily operator to strategic leader.

I want to challenge you this week: Take out a pen and paper. Ask yourself, "Am I financially fragile?" and identify one habit from today's episode you can commit to changing.

If you’re ready to stop the chaos and build an operating system designed for profit, let’s get to work.

#293: Facebook Ads with Tara Zirker

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 01:00:00 -0400

I know so many of you—especially those running e-commerce stores—are constantly looking for ways to get more eyeballs on your products. That is exactly why I am thrilled to bring you today's guest. Tara Zirker is the absolute queen of ad experts, highly recommended to me by people I deeply trust. She is the founder of the Successful Ads Club, and today, she is breaking down the exact rules of digital advertising so you can stop wasting money and start scaling.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re just writing a blind check to Mark Zuckerberg every month with zero conversions, this episode is a breath of fresh air.

Key Takeaways From This Episode:

The Reality of "Facebook" Ads: When you run Facebook ads, you're actually logging into Meta's backend. If you give Meta full control, about 60% to 80% of your budget automatically allocates to Instagram anyway. But don't sleep on Facebook—it has become the number one platform for customer acquisition over the last couple of years.
The Magic Number for Outsourcing: Don't hand over your ad account keys too early! Tara notes that across the industry, it rarely makes financial sense to hire an agency until you are spending $5,000 to $10,000 a month in-house. Good e-comm agencies charge starting retainers in that same $5k–$10k range. If you outsource too early to a cheap agency, they will spend your budget trying to "learn" your specific account's nuances anyway.
The Power of In-House Ownership: As founders and owners, we have to understand our own metrics before we hand them off. When you're spending around $5k a month, maintaining your ads should only take you 2 to 3 hours per month once it's up and running. Tara recommends bringing a team member along (like a social manager or VA) to learn the ropes with you.
The Meta Algorithm Update: Meta rolled out a massive algorithm update called Andromeda (on its way to an even newer algorithm called GEM). Essentially, Meta has layered an organic-style algorithm onto paid ads. If your ads get high engagement and excitement, the algorithm rewards your account. If they are "blah," you get penalized.
Unstick Your Account with Creative Diversity: The key to winning the ad game right now is creative diversity. If your account feels stuck, mix it up with static ads, carousels, memes, GIFs, collages, videos, and UGC (User Generated Content).

In Tara's Words...

"Advertising is something you can win at if you know the rules. In fact, it is virtually impossible to not win once you understand how the game works. The value of a great media buyer is to scale the winners and get rid of the losers quickly, because the losers are what waste all your money."

Connect with Tara:

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#292: Interview With IGOS Graduate, Rachel

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0400

I am thrilled to sit down with a very special guest: Rachel Lien, a yarn shop owner from the Pacific Northwest who is officially graduating from the Inventory Genius Operating System Program this month!

One year ago, Rachel found herself trapped on the classic retail hamster wheel. Despite bringing in massive revenue from a local yarn crawl event, the cash quickly vanished, leaving her with mounting credit card debt, zero clarity on where the money went, and a deep-seated fear of her own numbers.

Tune in as we discuss her incredible transformation over the last 12 months. Rachel shares how shifting from blindly jumping in to establishing a fearless, weekly Money Mondays routine gave her total control over her business finances. We talk about ditching wishful thinking for concrete data, the pride that comes with stepping up as a true CEO, and how she is now confidently using numbers to evaluate a major retail expansion.

If you've ever felt like your business is a sieve leaking cash, this episode will inspire you to look at the scary things, take action, and reclaim control of your inventory and profits.

Key Takeaways

Sales Don't Equal Profit: High-revenue events are great, but without a clear inventory strategy, that cash can disappear into a black hole of debt and over-purchasing.
The Power of the Routine: Establishing a non-negotiable rhythm—like Money Mondays—to look at your numbers every single week eliminates the fear of the unknown.
Data Backs the Dream: Wishful thinking is the spark that starts a business, but data is the fuel that makes major decisions (like expansions or moves) safe and sustainable.
It’s Not a Hobby: Operating a retail business with financial discipline moves you away from playing store and into building a long-term asset that supports your community.

Memorable Quotes

"I didn't want to feel like I was standing in a sieve. There were leaks everywhere, and I didn't know where the money was going. I wanted to make the money and be able to decide what to do with it." — Rachel Lien

"The wishful thinking was the spark, and then the data is the actual thing that's gonna back up the decision." — Rachel Lien

"Even if you're scared—especially if you're scared—you need to take action. You need to look at the scary thing, because if you don't, it's gonna keep you stuck." — Rachel Lien

#291: If Customers Annoy You, You Are Missing The Point

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0400

With this episode, I'm prepared to ruffle some feathers. I hope you have thick skin, but this conversation is absolutely necessary, and I am incredibly passionate about it.

Lately, everywhere I look on social media, I see small business owners posting Reels, TikToks, and memes making fun of how frustrating, exhausting, or annoying their customers are. They complain about customers asking too many questions, taking up too much time, or interrupting their day.

This completely blows my mind. On one hand, I hear entrepreneurs constantly talking about how slow sales are and how desperately they need customers. But on the other hand, they are publicly mocking the very people keeping their doors open. We cannot say we want growth while simultaneously acting irritated that customers even exist.

Even if you aren't posting this online, I want you to look deeper: How do you talk about your customers behind the scenes with your team? How do you think about them when you get home at night?

I’m not throwing blame without looking in the mirror. When I ran my retail store, I had days where I got frustrated and, to my regret, complained to my team. But we have to change our mindset. Customers are not an inconvenience to your business; they are your business. Without them, you don't have a business—you just have inventory and bills.

Key Takeaways from the Episode

Your Customers are Watching Your Social Media: That "relatable" video mocking customer behavior might get laughs and likes from other business owners, but your actual customers are seeing it, too. When they see that content, they hear: You are a burden, and we don't want to help you. Why would anyone spend money where they feel unwanted?
You Don't Sell a Unicorn Product: Whether you sell shoes, jewelry, candles, or clothing, customers can buy it somewhere else—Target, Amazon, or the boutique down the street. They choose your business because they want connection, experience, and service.
Customer Service is the Business: Answering questions, helping people make decisions, and building trust isn't an interruption to your task list. It is the task.

5 Ways to Train Your Team to Appreciate Customers

If we want better customer relationships, it has to start internally with our leadership and trickle down to our teams. Here are five practical ways to recalibrate your internal culture:

Remember Who Writes the Paycheck: I don't write my team's paychecks; the customers do. Employees need to understand the direct connection between the customer experience and business survival.
Stop Celebrating Sarcasm and Complaining: If leadership complains about customers behind the scenes, employees absorb that rotten mindset. Instead, actively celebrate positive customer stories and wins.
Train Emotional Intelligence, Not Just Sales Skills: Teach your team how to actively listen, remain patient, read a customer's energy, and make people feel seen.
View Questions as Buying Signals: Do not get annoyed when a customer asks a million questions. Questions mean interest and curiosity. An inquisitive customer is a massive opportunity, and they are far more valuable than a silent customer who walks right out.
Build a Culture of Hospitality over Customer Service: Customer service asks, "How do we complete this transaction?" Hospitality asks, "How do I make this person feel?"

Final Thoughts

Setting healthy boundaries, having closing times, and protecting your peace is perfectly okay. You don't have to answer DMs 24/7 or let people mistreat you. But we must communicate our boundaries with kindness.

People will remember how your business made them feel far longer than they will remember what they bought. The businesses that win long-term aren't always the cheapest or the trendiest; they are the ones that make their customers feel deeply valued.

How are you going to shift your mindset around your customers this week?

#290: Money Mindset Part Two: Our Relationship With Debt

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Welcome back to part two of our Money Mindset Conversation! Today, I’m sitting down once again with endurance and mindset coach Jennifer Vollmann to dive deep into a topic that so many of us try to avoid: our relationship with debt.

Debt can feel like a heavy, nasty word that gets instantly tangled up with our personal identity and self-worth. In this episode, Jennifer breaks down why numbers on a computer screen feel so personal, how shame can completely freeze our business progress, and how we can systematically rewrite the stories we tell ourselves about what we owe. We also discuss a powerful concept that got Jennifer to the Ironman World Championships: borrowing belief from a coach or mentor until you can build your own evidence.

Key Takeaways

Numbers are Neutral: A figure like $50,000 is just data on a screen. It doesn't have power until your brain attaches a narrative to it.
The Danger of Shame: Shame is the ultimate stalling emotion. When we internalize debt as a personal failure, we freeze, avoid the numbers, and stop taking action.
The Micro-Action Formula: Overcoming financial overwhelm starts with taking one small action within 24 hours to give your brain immediate feedback and build proof.
Borrowing Belief: When you can’t see a path to financial freedom yourself, it is entirely okay to borrow the unwavering belief of your coach or mentor while you take the initial steps.

Episode Highlights

What Are You Making the Numbers Mean?

Jennifer explains how quickly our brains assign meaning to a number. Seeing a credit card balance or loan statement triggers an immediate thought (e.g., "This is too big"), which creates an emotion (overwhelm), drives a behavior (stalling/avoidance), and reinforces the original negative result.

Unraveling Your Debt Patterns

Are you prone to freezing, over-delivering to overcompensate, or falling into the compare and despair trap? We look at how our internal debt stories sabotage other parts of our businesses—like stopping us from pricing our services at what we are actually worth.

The 24-Hour Micro-Action

I share a powerful exercise I use with my own coaching clients: writing down every single piece of debt with absolute honesty. No hiding, no lying to yourself. Putting a name and a number to everything on a single piece of paper stops the energy suck of the numbers swirling endlessly in your head.

Can You Borrow Belief From Someone Else?

Jennifer and I discuss how she used borrowed belief from her athletic coach to train for Kona before she ever believed it was possible herself. We talk about how to apply this to your finances—using the proof of a system or a coach's belief in you as a stepping stone to take action.

Insights From Jennifer

"Somebody with $50,000 in debt might feel it’s not a problem at all, while somebody with $5,000 in debt is completely crushed by it every single day. The debt is just a neutral circumstance. It is just a monetary figure. You get to decide what the story is."

"If you find yourself in deep shame with debt, the first thing to do is see if you can get to a slightly better thought. Even reminding yourself, 'Good people also have debt,' helps disconnect your intrinsic self-worth from your ability to run a business."

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#289: Money Mindset Part One: The Thoughts We Have About Money

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Are your thoughts setting a ceiling on your business’s financial success? In this special session, I'm sitting down with resident mindset coach Jennifer Vollmann to unpack the psychology of money.

Whether you find yourself stalling on financial tracking, overspending, or avoiding your numbers entirely, the root cause usually isn't a lack of business skill—it’s your money identity. Jennifer breaks down how to identify inherited limiting beliefs, shift into a factual mindset, and take massive action to build long-term profitability.

Key Takeaways

Your Money Identity Runs on Autopilot: You didn't develop your view of money when you started your business. Your money identity is the sum of all the stories you’ve heard, witnessed, or been told since childhood by parents, culture, gender expectations, and society.
The Proof Trap: When you hold a belief like "I'm bad with money," your brain actively drives behaviors (like avoiding your bank account or over-discounting) that generate chaos. Your brain then points to that chaos and says, "See? I told you so," locking you into a toxic loop.
Neutralize Numbers with Facts: Money on a screen is just data. When you look at financial figures stripped of emotional stories, your brain stops panicking, allowing you to make strategic decisions.
The 20% Rule: You don’t need to 100% believe a massive, positive new affirmation overnight. Upgrading your mindset by just 20% with a believable, factual step (e.g., changing "I can't save" to "I saved money for that one specific thing once, so I know how to do it") is enough to start shifting your actions.
Action Creates Evidence: Thought work is fun, but it stays in your head without a physical shift. True empowerment comes when you move from feeling disempowered to taking control through clear, daily actions.

Quotes to Remember

"An identity is just a thought you've had over and over again about yourself. You now believe it to be true, but it doesn't actually make it true." – Jennifer Vollmann

"Numbers are just numbers on a screen. When we look at them as neutral data, the brain can't argue feelings, and it's a much easier place to act from." – Jennifer Vollmann

"The framework doesn't change based on your personality or product. The business owners who see the results they're looking for are simply the action takers." – Ciara Stockeland

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#288: The Four Number Buckets

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Inventory Genius Podcast, I’m serving up a major wake-up call for product-based business owners: revenue does not equal profit. If you’ve ever had a record-breaking sales month but still feel completely broke, or if you're making major business decisions based on a gut feeling rather than actual data, this episode is for you.

I break down the massive misconception that growing your top-line revenue automatically means scaling your business. In fact, without a clear picture of your numbers, a product business can easily sell itself right out of business due to skyrocketing fulfillment costs and hidden inventory drains. I share the exact four-bucket framework I use with my clients to strip the emotion out of finances, stop the reactive discounting, and give you the ultimate roadmap to smart cash flow.

Key Takeaways

Feelings Are Not a Financial Strategy: Making reactive decisions based on emotion leads to overstocking, undercharging, and unnecessary discounting. Data gives you the confidence to say yes or no to hires, ad spend, and wholesale inquiries.
The Revenue Trap: Product businesses can easily grow themselves out of business if their cost of goods sold (COGS) is too high or if inventory is mismanaged.
Your Secret Weapon: Gross margin is the single most overlooked and underutilized number in a product business, but it serves as the absolute backbone of a sustainable brand.

The 4 Buckets of Numbers

To make your data easy to digest, I break down your business metrics into four distinct categories:

Revenue & Sales: Total sales, sales by revenue stream (e-commerce, wholesale, brick-and-mortar), average order value (AOV), and units per transaction (UPT).
Profitability: Gross margin per product, total COGS (materials, packaging, labor), and net profit/loss. This is where vanity metrics end and true scaling begins.
Inventory & Cash Flow: The value of inventory on hand, inventory turn (what's moving vs. sitting), and cash in versus cash out.
Customer Metrics: New vs. returning customer ratios, email list growth, and store/website conversion rates. These allow you to accurately predict future revenue trends.

Your Financial Hygiene Rhythm

Different numbers require a different review process. I recommend establishing a dedicated routine—like our signature Money Mondays—to check in on your business health.

The Weekly Checklist

- Total revenue (this week vs. last week)
- Units sold by product category or brand
- Average order value (AOV)
- New email subscribers or customer acquisition numbers
- Cash balance in your dedicated inventory checking account
- Outstanding invoices or bills due
- Top-selling products
- Ad spend vs. revenue generated from ads

The Monthly Checklist

- Total revenue vs. the prior month and the same month last year
- Breakdown of revenue by specific revenue stream
- Gross margin by your top 5 products or brands (be ruthless here!)
- Total cost of goods sold (COGS) for the month
- Full financial review (Profit & Loss statement and Balance Sheet)
- New vs. returning customer ratios
- Total marketing spend vs. total revenue generated

More About the Episode Sponsor:
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#287: ROI is Not Just a Marketing Metric

Tue, 26 May 2026 01:00:00 -0400

We’ve all heard the classic business cliché: "You have to spend money to make money." But honestly? I’ve never really loved that phrase. It leaves out the most crucial part of the equation. What if we rephrased it to: You have to spend money to make money, but you also need to know if the money you’re spending is actually working.

In this episode, I’m challenging product-based business owners to stop looking at Return on Investment (ROI) purely through the lens of digital ad spend. The truth is, every single dollar that leaves your business is an investment, and every investment deserves a return.

From hiring team members to investing in photography, copywriters, and coaching programs, I break down how you might be flying blind with your capital and how to start tracking profit metrics instead of vanity metrics. I also share a simple, three-question audit you can start using today to ensure every dollar has a job and is doing it well.

Key Takeaways

The ROI Reframe: ROI isn't just a marketing metric. If cash is flowing out of your business in a dozen different directions, you need to measure what is coming back in return for every single one of those streams.
The Danger of Raw Ad Metrics: Generating $3,000 in sales from a $1,000 ad spend sounds great on paper (a 3x ROAS). But when you factor in a 50% cost of goods ($1,500), agency fees, fulfillment labor, and shipping, you might actually be paying to run yourself out of business.
Measuring the Unmeasurable (Employees): Hiring feels like growth, but without tracking output, it’s just added overhead. Employees don't always generate direct revenue, but they must generate a measurable return—whether that's freeing up your time to bring in new accounts or increasing production speed.
Learning vs. Implementation: Buying a coaching program, course, or mastermind and only implementing 20% of it means you are losing money. Learning is not a return on investment; implementation is the return.
The Secret of Profitable Businesses: The most profitable product-based businesses aren't necessarily the ones with the highest revenue. They are the ones with the fewest dollars going out the door that don't serve a clear purpose.

The 3-Question ROI Audit

To keep yourself from flying blind, I want you to perform this quick audit this month on any expense—whether it's a software subscription, a new piece of equipment, an employee, or a mastermind:

What did it cost me? (Be sure to include your time, not just your money).
What specific outcome was I expecting from it? (Name a tangible, concrete result).
Did I get that outcome? (Yes, partially, or not at all).

My Advice: Once you have your answers, act on them immediately. Double down on what’s working, fix or re-engineer what is underperforming, and ruthlessly cut what isn't producing.

#286: Why Clean Data is the Backbone of Every Product Business

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Today we’re digging into a topic you might not have considered before: the importance of clean financial data.

We talk about numbers constantly—how to focus on them, why they matter, and what you should be looking at. But we haven’t truly discussed why having clean information is the absolute backbone of successful decision-making in a product-based business.

The Danger of Dirty Data

I recently spoke with two clients who were using a financial analysis tool to guide their buying. The tool kept telling them to buy more, buy more. They followed the data, thinking they were being efficient, only to end up buried in inventory that didn't move.

That wasn’t a supply chain problem or a marketing problem—it was a data problem. Dirty data is dangerous because it doesn't come with a warning label; it looks like fact, but it's actually fiction dressed as finance.

What Does Dirty Data Look Like?

If you want to avoid making wrong decisions confidently, watch out for these five common red flags:

Miscategorized Transactions: Expenses floating in no man's land or assigned to the wrong revenue streams.
COGS vs. OPEX Confusion: When your inventory purchases are blurred with operating expenses, you can’t see your true margin.
Timing Errors: Recognizing revenue when cash hits rather than when it’s earned (Cash vs. Accrual).
Inventory Valuation Gaps: Your books say you have 800 units, but your warehouse only has 500.
Un-netted Discounts: Refunds and chargebacks that aren't properly subtracted from your top-line revenue.

The Three Cs of Clean Data

To run a genius inventory system, your data must be:

Consistent: Applying the same rules and categories every single month.
Connected: Your POS, bank account, and accounting software should all tell the same story.
Current: Books should be reconciled and in your hands by the 15th–20th of every month—not just at tax time!

8 Key Data Points You Need to Track

I want you to look at your dashboard and ask: “Do I actually have this number, and can I trust it?”

Gross Margin by SKU: Not just overall, but by category and brand.
Inventory Valuation: Real-time wholesale and retail value.
12–13 Week Cash Flow: A forward-looking projection of your bank balance.
Net Revenue: Gross sales minus returns, fees, and discounts.
Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC): What it actually costs to get a buyer through the door.
Inventory Turn: How fast your product is moving by department.
All-in Cost Per Unit: The landed cost including shipping and handling.
Contribution Margin: Revenue minus all variable costs to see what truly goes toward profit.

Your 3-Step Data Audit

Don't just listen—take action today with these three simple steps:

Step 1: Pull your P&L and go line-by-line. Ensure every expense is correctly categorized.
Step 2: Confirm your bookkeeper is reconciling accounts monthly and delivering reports on time.
Step 3: Check your POS. Ensure every SKU has an accurate cost associated with it.

Final Thought: Stop treating your books like a tax document and start treating them like a GPS. Clean data leads to better decisions, which leads to stronger margins, which leads to cash.

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#285: Meet the IGOS (The Inventory Genius Operating System)

Tue, 12 May 2026 01:00:00 -0400

I am so excited to dive into today’s topic because it is the heartbeat of everything we do here. We’re talking about the Inventory Genius Operating System (IGOS).

I believe—no, I know—that every single product-based business owner needs this system. Why? Because I built it out of the ashes of my own failure. I’m sharing my story, not because it’s easy to tell, but because it’s the proof that business can be done differently. You don’t have to play store anymore; it’s time to build a business that actually serves you.

My Journey: From Total Loss to Total Clarity

In 2006, I opened my first brick-and-mortar retail store. I was chasing the entrepreneurial dream—expanding, franchising, and hitting top-line revenue goals. On the outside, I looked successful. I had a warehouse, a team of 12, and millions in sales.

But behind the scenes, I was drowning.

The Reality: I never took a consistent paycheck while my employees got raises.
The Debt: I kept taking on more debt because I didn't understand that profit matters more than revenue.
The Crash: Eventually, I lost it all—my business and my home.

That pain gave me a burning desire to ensure no other business owner felt that way. When I started my next business (a subscription box), I did it differently. I built for profit from Day 1, took a paycheck from Day 1, and developed the system that became IGOS. Within 18 months, I sold that business for a profit.

Why IGOS Works for Every Product Business

Whether you are a $4 million brand with a decade of history or a six-figure e-commerce side hustle, the problem is usually the same: Inventory is eating your cash.

The $4M Success Story: I worked with a client drowning in debt and guilt. In just one year of using IGOS, we paid off $500,000 in debt and turned her business into a cash-flowing machine.
The E-comm Success Story: Another client, Megan, was infusing her own 9-to-5 salary just to keep her online shop afloat. Within six months of implementing IGOS, she was profitable enough to take her family on a six-month trip around the world while the business ran itself.

The Core Framework: The Three Layers of IGOS

We build your business back up using three interconnected layers:

1. The Relationship: Cash Flow + Inventory

This is the foundational truth: Cash and inventory are directly connected. * If you buy too much, your cash is stuck on a shelf.

If you buy too little, you lose sales. IGOS moves you away from gut feeling and emotion and moves you toward data-driven decisions.

2. Financial Structure & Rhythms

Once you understand the connection, we build a system to maintain it. Most owners are reactive—panic buying or holding "fire sales" out of anxiety. We create a predictable rhythm.

Note: You don't need to be a math whiz! I’m not an accountant or a CPA. I’ve made this simple, bite-sized, and accessible for everyone, even if you hate numbers.

3. Sustainable Operations

This is where you move from surviving to thriving. We build operational systems that your team can follow and that can scale with you. We replace your daily chaos with absolute clarity.

Stop Playing Store

IGOS isn't a magic wand or a trendy strategy; it’s a system that addresses the root cause of your financial stress. If you have inventory—whether it's clothing, dog food, or handmade goods—this will work for you.

Ready to change your story? Stop frantically chasing money and start building with strategy.

Visit: www.ciarastockeland.com
Action: Click on "Work With Me" and get the Inventory Genius Operating System today

I want to hear your success story next. Let's stop playing store and start building a business that pays you back!

#284: Shopify and Klaviyo with Simply Lynn's Creative

Tue, 05 May 2026 01:00:00 -0400

I have been looking for someone like Cassidy for years. Seriously. I can’t even count how many times you all have asked me, "Ciara, who do you recommend for Shopify help?" and I never had a name I felt 100% comfortable sharing—until now.

Today, I’m sitting down with Cassidy from Simply Lynn’s Creative. What makes her different? She isn't just a tech person. She grew up in the retail world, helping run her family’s 4,500-square-foot kitchen store that’s been around since the '80s. She understands the heartbeat of a retailer because she lives it every day. We talk about how she takes the mess out of the backend and turns your website and email marketing into a streamlined, profit-generating machine.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

The Mom Test: Cassidy shares how she moved her mom’s entire business—thousands of SKUs, bulk coffee, and oil-on-tap—from a manual system into a seamless Shopify POS setup.
Stop the App Overload: We discuss Cassidy’s less is more philosophy. Before you buy another $30/month app to fix a problem, listen to her advice on using native Shopify features first.
Email Marketing That Actually Works: If you have 25,000 emails and haven't sent a message in months because you're overwhelmed, Cassidy explains how she audits, cleans, and automates Klaviyo to drive real sales.
The Employee Factor: It’s one thing to have a system; it’s another to have your staff know how to use it. Cassidy dives into the importance of SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and training.
Driving Foot Traffic: Why your website is your best window display and how it influences customers to walk through your physical doors.

Key Insights

The Integration Advantage: Why having your Point of Sale (POS) and E-commerce on the same platform is the only way to truly have one source of truth for your inventory.
Quality Over Quantity: Why Cassidy would rather see you have a small, healthy email list of 5,000 engaged fans than 25,000 people who never open your mail.
Empowerment: Cassidy's goal isn't to make you dependent on an agency; it's to build a system so solid that you (and your team) feel empowered to run it yourselves.

Connect with Simply Lynn's Creative
If you’ve been struggling with a wonky website or feel like your branding doesn't match the beautiful experience you provide in-store, you need to connect with Cassidy.

Visit the Website: simplylynnscreative.com
Follow on Instagram: @simply.lynns.creative
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#283: Susan Bradley and Ciara Stockeland Discuss Money

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Are you selling more but keeping less? If you’ve ever found yourself asking, "Is this actually worth it?" or "Why is my line of credit maxed out when my sales are growing?", you aren't alone. In this episode of The Inventory Genius Podcast, I'm sitting down with special guest Susan Bradley, founder of The Social Sales Girls. We're pulling back the curtain on the financial battle scars we've both earned over 20+ years in the product-based industry.

We're discussing why product-based business owners consistently struggle with math, why "just selling more" is the biggest trap in the industry, and how to finally stop hiding from your P&L. If you are ready to move from guessing to knowing, this conversation is the wake-up call you need.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

The "Not Yet" Mindset: Why saying "I'm just not good at numbers" keeps you stuck—and the simple one-word shift that changes your entire financial trajectory.
The Cost to Wake Up: A critical exercise in understanding your daily operating expenses. You can’t reach profitability until you know exactly what it costs just to open your doors every morning.
Margin vs. Markup: Why pride in a 3x markup is a trap if you don't understand your actual gross margin.
The Growth Trap: Why doubling your sales often leads to less cash flow if you aren't strategic about your inventory investment.
The Power of Community: Why you need to surround yourself with problem-solvers, not just complainer peers, to level up your business.

Key Takeaways for Product-Based Business Owners

1. You Have a Cost to Wake Up
Most business owners look at their expenses as a lump sum. To find clarity, divide your fixed monthly operating expenses by 30. That is your daily nut. If you aren't hitting that number before profit, you aren't in business—you’re a charity.

2. Stop Growing Before You're Profitable
Growth is expensive. Every new sale requires investment in inventory, ads, and time. If you aren't profitable at your current level, doubling your sales will only double your problems. Fix the fundamental math first.

3. Define Your Profit Goals, Not Sales Goals
Stop focusing solely on top-line revenue. Start with your target net profit and work backward:

Sales Target - Cost of Goods = Gross Margin
Gross Margin - Operating Expenses = Net Profit
If the math doesn't work, don't just sell more. Adjust the input variables.

4. The Yet Power-Up
When you say, "I'm bad at math," you are giving yourself permission to stay stuck. When you say, "I don't understand my P&L yet," you open the door to learning, hiring help, and taking ownership of your future.

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Website: https://www.thesocialsalesgirls.com/

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#282: Should You Pay Attention to Your Business Credit?

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

We often obsess over our personal credit scores, but how much thought do we give to our business credit? In this episode, I’m joined by Gerri Detweiler from Nav to demystify the world of business credit. We explore why most of us are in the dark about our business scores, how these scores impact our ability to secure supplier terms and loans, and the simple steps we can take to monitor and build a healthy financial profile for our businesses.

Key Takeaways

The Business Credit Gap: Unlike personal credit, there are no federal requirements for free annual business credit reports. Most of us don't even know our score exists until a loan application is denied.
The Big Three Bureaus: We look at the major players Gerri mentions: Dun & Bradstreet (D&B), Equifax Commercial, and Experian Commercial.
The Power of Terms: Paying our Net 30 supplier invoices on time isn't just good for the relationship—it’s a primary way to build a positive credit history, as many suppliers report to the bureaus.
Separating Personal from Business: While our personal credit often remains a factor for small businesses, establishing an LLC and obtaining an EIN and DUNS number are critical steps toward our financial independence.
Hidden Use Cases: It’s not just for loans! Business credit can affect our insurance premiums and our ability to land large commercial partnerships or retail distributions.
The Debt Trap: Gerri explains the hidden cost of fast capital and provides resources to help us calculate the true APR of financing offers that might seem cheap on the surface.

Connect with Nav:
Website: https://www.nav.com/

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#281: Let's Talk Pinterest, Interview with Julia Bocchese

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’m diving into a platform that many of us love as consumers but find totally intimidating as business owners: Pinterest.

I’ll be honest—I’ve personally dipped in and out of Pinterest for years, but it always felt like a heavy lift. However, for my clients with visually stunning products—like jewelry, home decor, or design services—it is a goldmine. Joining me today is Julia Renee, an SEO and Pinterest expert, to explain why we need to stop thinking of Pinterest as social media and start treating it like the powerful search engine it actually is.

Key Takeaways

It’s Not Social Media: Unlike Instagram or TikTok, Pinterest isn’t about showing up daily or dancing on camera. It’s a visual search engine where users go with a specific intent to find, plan, and buy.
The Power of Keywords: Because it’s a search engine, your success depends on keywords. I learned that putting keywords in your pin titles, descriptions, and even as text overlays on your images is what helps Pinterest read your content and show it to the right people.
Play the Long Game: Pinterest is evergreen. A pin you post today can drive traffic to your site for months or even years. While it takes about 3–6 months to see significant momentum, that traffic compounds over time.
The One-a-Day Rhythm: You don’t need to be on the platform 24/7. Julia suggests starting with just one pin per day. The best part? You can use a scheduler like Tailwind to batch a whole month of content in a few hours and then walk away.
Shopify Integration: If you’re on Shopify, you can connect your store directly to Pinterest. This automatically updates your prices and product details, making it a seamless experience for shoppers.

Strategic Tips for Product Owners

"Think about what people are searching for around your product, not just the product itself."

Julia shared a brilliant tip for those of us with unique items: Use blog posts. If you sell a specific jewelry line or a niche skincare product, write a blog post like "10 Great Gifts for Mother’s Day" or "How to Style Layered Gold Chains." Pin those blog graphics to catch people who are looking for inspiration, then lead them straight to your shop.

Connect with Julia:

Website: https://juliareneeconsulting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-bocchese/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliareneeconsulting/

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#280: Why to Start a Subscription Box with Sarah Williams

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400

I'm sitting down with subscription box expert Sarah Williams (founder of Launch Your Box) to debunk the myth that subscription models are dead. We're diving into why recurring revenue is the ultimate safety net for retail owners and how to transition from a struggling local shop to a thriving national brand.

Key Takeaways

The Introvert’s Growth Strategy: Sarah shares her journey of hitting a growth ceiling in her small-town retail store. To scale without needing more foot traffic, she turned to the subscription model to reach customers nationwide.
Data-Driven Curation: Don't guess what should go in your box. Look at your best-selling categories (e.g., graphic tees, tumblers, accessories) and your average order value to determine your box contents and price point.
The Power of 75%: Imagine having 75% of your monthly revenue hit your bank account on the 1st of the month. This predictability allows you to hire, scale, and pay off debt without the stress of slow days in the shop.
The Analog Movement: In a digital-heavy world, customers are craving tangible, grandma-style activities (crafting, yarn, physical products). Subscription boxes provide a gift-to-self experience that screens can't replicate.
Overcoming the "Is it Still Relevant?" Fear: Sarah reveals her subscription sales are up 22% this year alone. People still value convenience, exclusivity, and the surprise and delight of a curated mystery box.

Action Steps for You

Analyze Your Data: Identify your top 3 selling categories.
Collect Emails at the Register: Especially if you are in a touristy area, get those one-time visitors onto a list so you can sell them the experience of your store year-round.
Start Small: You don't need a massive 10-item box. Sarah suggests starting with a One Thing of the Month box (like a T-shirt club) as the lowest-hanging fruit.
Find an Accountability Partner: Send this episode to a fellow business owner and commit to planning your first 6 months together.

Connect with Sarah
Free Workshop: https://www.launchyourboxwithsarah.com/sarahs-method-for-curating-6-boxes-in-60-minutes-e

#279: An Amazing New Marketing Tool

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Are you tired of feeling like your marketing budget is just a black hole? In this episode, I’m sitting down with the team from Pie to talk about a game-changing tool that actually drives foot traffic into your brick-and-mortar store without breaking the bank.

If you’ve ever been burned by an ad agency or felt overwhelmed by keywords and algorithms, you need to listen to this. We’re breaking down how to use AI and Google Maps to find customers who are literally standing around the corner looking for exactly what you sell.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The Power of High Intent: Why someone searching "boutique near me" on Google Maps is 10x more valuable than someone just scrolling social media.
The "Anti-Agency" Approach: Why Syed actually recommends capping your ad spend at $15/day to avoid diminishing returns.
AI for the Non-Techy: How you can link your Google Business Profile and let an AI agent handle your creative, keywords, and competitor targeting.
Risk-Free Growth: How to get your first $300 in ad spend for free to prove it works before you spend a dime of your own money.

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#278: Debt Series Part 5 - How to Change The Story You Tell Yourself About Debt with Jennifer Vollmann

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400

In this final episode of our series on debt, I'm chatting with executive mindset coach, Jennifer Vollmann. Jennifer is the newest resident coach in the Inventory Genius Mastermind, and today she breaks down why the "stories" we tell ourselves about our finances are often the only thing standing between us and a zero balance.

Episode Highlights

Numbers are Neutral: A $50,000 debt is just a digit on a screen. Jennifer explains how 12 different people can look at the same number and feel 12 different emotions—from pride to paralyzing shame—based entirely on their internal narrative.
The Thought-Action Loop: Understand the cognitive chain reaction: Thought → Feeling → Action → Result. If your debt isn't moving, it’s likely because your "story" is creating a feeling (like dread) that leads to inaction.
Primitive vs. Prefrontal: Why your brain is wired to keep you "safe" (and stuck). Jennifer explains how to move from the fearful primitive brain to the logical prefrontal cortex to set and achieve bigger goals.
The Power of Neutrality: You don’t have to be "positive" or "happy" about your debt to fix it. Jennifer shares how shifting to a neutral perspective—treating debt as simple information—can unlock the ability to take "messy action."
A Story of Transformation: Sierra shares a powerful example of a Mastermind student who went from the brink of bankruptcy to success by changing her narrative from "survival" to "investment."

Key Takeaways

Identify Your Story: If your results aren't changing, your current story isn't working.
Challenge the "Yeah, But": Your brain uses "yeah, but" as a safety mechanism. Counter it by asking, "What if it was possible?"
Take Messy Action: Don't wait for the perfect plan. Any small action breaks the cycle of shame and builds self-trust.

Connect with Jennifer Vollmann:
Website: https://www.findingyoursuccess.com/
Email: jennifer@findingendurance.com

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#277: Debt Series Part 4 - The Story You Tell Yourself About Debt

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400

Are your cash flow problems actually just "thinking" problems? In this episode, I'm exploring the connection between mindset, leadership, and the bottom line. Learn how to stop making frantic, scarcity-based decisions and start leading your business with the intention required to thrive.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

The Decision-Numbers Link: How every financial result in your business—from debt to profit—is simply the downstream effect of a previous decision.
Scarcity vs. Leadership Mindset: Why a scarcity mindset speeds up decision-making but decreases clarity, leading to over-purchasing and "emotional" discounting.
Rebuilding Self-Trust: How to overcome the "paralysis" of past financial mistakes by using data and small, disciplined actions to regain confidence in your gut instincts.
The Power of Structure: Why the first 45 days of any turnaround must focus on bite-sized, actionable steps that create immediate stability.
Mindset Reframing: Practical shifts in internal dialogue (e.g., moving from "My sales will fix everything" to "My margin fuels everything").

Key Takeaways:

Your numbers reflect your leadership. If you want different numbers, you have to become a different kind of leader.
Discipline is not restriction. A budget or profit plan is a tool for alignment, helping you focus on what actually moves the needle.
Slow down to speed up. Leadership mindset requires slowing down enough to make strategic decisions instead of reacting to the "loudest" problems.

#276: Debt Series Part 3 - What Number to Focus On First

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400

When your business is bogged down by debt, every bill feels like an emergency and every slow sales day feels catastrophic. This creates "noise"—a cycle of anxiety, reactive decision-making, and overwhelm that keeps you stuck. In this episode, I'm breaking down why debt is almost never a sales problem and revealing the single most important metric you need to track to climb out of the hole and regain control of your business.

Key Takeaways

The Debt-Noise Cycle: Debt creates mental noise (guilt, shame, fear), which leads to overwhelm. Overwhelm leads to paralysis, keeping you stuck in the same financial patterns.
The "Sales" Myth: Most business owners try to out-earn their debt. However, debt is usually a result of issues below the sales line: cost of goods, low margins, overspending, or poor purchasing discipline.
The Golden Metric: If you focus on only one number to fix your debt, let it be your Gross Margin.
- This is your real margin after discounts, shipping, shrinkage, and fees—not just your initial markup.
Operations & Margin: Margin isn't just about pricing; it’s tied to operational efficiency. How you run your business daily directly impacts your profitability.
Restructuring vs. Bankruptcy: You don't always need a massive, dramatic action (like filing for bankruptcy) to fix a massive debt. Incremental, disciplined changes to your margin can pay off hundreds of thousands of dollars over time.

The Five Categories of a P&L

Debt hides in the gaps between these five lines:

Sales (The top line)
Cost of Goods (Where the problem often starts)
Gross Margin (The number to focus on)
Expenses (Operational efficiency)
Net Profit (The freedom fund)

Actionable Steps for This Week

Don't let the "noise" paralyze you. Choose one bite-sized action to take today:

Get Honest: List out exactly what you owe. No more hiding from the total balance.
Calculate Your Real Margin: Look at your numbers after all the "leaks" (discounts, fees, etc.) are taken out.
Commit to Strategy: Move from "living sale-to-sale" to making disciplined, strategic financial decisions.

Memorable Quotes

"Debt creates noise... the noise creates overwhelm... and the overwhelm keeps you stuck."

"Debt is almost never a sales problem. It’s a cash flow structure problem. It’s a margin problem."

"Restructuring isn't dramatic. It's disciplined. Discipline builds profit, profit builds freedom, and freedom eliminates debt."

#275: Debt Series Part 2 - The Different Kinds of Debt (And What Is Best)

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Is your debt a strategic tool or a heavy burden? In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on a topic many entrepreneurs avoid: Debt Management.

Debt isn't inherently "bad," but for inventory-based businesses, the wrong type of debt can quietly choke your cash flow and restrict your freedom. Let's break down the six common types of business debt—from traditional SBA loans to the predatory nature of Merchant Cash Advances—and learn how each impacts your balance sheet. Whether you are navigating high-interest credit cards or utilizing vendor terms (Accounts Payable), this episode provides the roadmap you need to move from "servant to the lender" to a confident, profit-focused CEO.

Key Takeaways:

The Debt Spectrum: Why predictable debt (like traditional loans) is power, while unpredictable debt (like capital loans) is a danger to your daily operations.
The "Inventory Gap": How to strategically use Lines of Credit to fund long lead times without falling into a debt trap.
Family & Personal Loans: Why documentation and amortization schedules are non-negotiable, even when the lender is "Mom and Dad."
The Debt Payoff Plan: How to prioritize your repayments to regain control of your cash flow.

Actionable Steps You Can Take Now:

Audit Your Debt: List every balance, interest rate, and payment term you currently hold.
Identify the "Predators": Prioritize paying off Merchant Cash Advances and high-interest credit cards first.
Formalize Agreements: Ensure all informal family loans have written terms and a clear payoff schedule.
Seek Expertise: If your books are a mess, consider hiring professional services to clean up your records so you can make data-driven decisions.

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#274: Debt Series Part 1 - Why Debt Isn't the Solution (and What To Do Instead)

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Debt is a heavy word, and for many business owners, it’s a source of silent shame. If you feel like your "debt mess" is too big to fix, this episode is your invitation to breathe again. We’re stripping away the complexity and the guilt to look at the cold, hard truth of how debt works—and how you can escape it.

In this episode, we explore:

The Debt Trap: Why we’ve been told debt is a "solution" when it’s actually a drain on cash flow.
The Psychological Toll: How carrying a balance sucks your creative energy and steals your freedom.
The Path Out: Practical steps to stop the cycle and reclaim your business’s future.

You aren't alone in this. Let’s stop managing the mess and start cleaning it up.

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#273: Investing in Yourself with Mark Willis

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500

What does it mean to truly steward your wealth? This week, CFP Mark Willis shares his unconventional approach to financial planning. Tune in to discover why Mark’s philosophy stands apart from the crowd and how you can apply his unique insights to your own financial journey.

Connect with Mark:

Website: https://lakegrowth.com/

#272: When Should You Use a 3PL?

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500

What does it actually look like to outsource your inventory fulfillment? Today, 3PL founder Alia Oneal joins us to navigate this new territory for the podcast. Tune in as we break down the benefits of 3PL and how it can help your business grow.

Connect with Alia:

Website: https://www.loudergroup.co/contact

#271: The Hidden Cost of Complexity

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Today we're talking about why complexity is the enemy of profitability and what the hidden costs of complexity actually are. I'm going to give you some real life examples and break down what this idea really means.

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#270: Why Women Get Stuck at the Same Stage and How to Break Through It, Interview with Jennifer Allwood

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Today, a guest is returning who's been so popular on this show. Jennifer Allwood is talking about women getting stuck in their business, feeling like they can't gain traction, and how to break through this tricky spot. You don't want to miss this conversation.

Connect with Jennifer:

Website: https://jenniferallwood.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferallwood

Jennifer Allwood is an inspiring entrepreneur and business coach who has built a thriving multi-7-figure a year business in the online space. Leveraging her faithful social media following of over 650K followers, “She’s Equipt with Jennifer Allwood” podcast with nearly 7 million downloads, and her #1 best-selling book “Fear Is Not the Boss of You,” Jennifer empowers women to create financial freedom online while using their God-given gifts.

In the last decade, Jennifer has taught over 20,000 women how to grow and sell on social media, diversify revenue streams, and transform their financial situations through online business.

As the founder of She’s Equipt, an all-in-one marketing platform designed to equip entrepreneurs with all the online tools to build sustainable businesses, Jennifer continues to provide high-value training, mentorship, and resources that help women grow their brands and thrive in an ever-changing online world.

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#269: Q1 Conversation with Your C-Suite

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0500

I’m chatting with two incredible women from the Inventory Genius C-Suite Program about the financial side of employees and marketing. We dive into how these key areas affect business growth and talk through ways to spot and fix issues early—before they become bigger problems.

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#268: Interview with Client, Cat Fischer

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Today’s episode is a conversation with my client Cat Fischer from the Inventory Genius Mastermind. Cat’s been putting in serious work around her business finances, and we’re talking about what she’s learned, the strategies she’s using, and the mindset behind stepping into full financial ownership as a business owner.

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#267: Why Setting Sales Goals Could Be Ruining Your Business

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0500

What if your sales goals are doing more harm than good? In this episode, I’m unpacking why the constant focus on sales targets might be sabotaging your business. Sales matter—but not in the way you’ve been taught. Tune in to hear my take.

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#266: How to Plan for the Best Year Ever

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500

It’s the final episode of 2025, and we're wrapping up the year with something special: how to plan for your best year yet!

January 1st is right around the corner, and with it comes the perfect opportunity for a fresh start. In this episode, we’re diving into actionable tips and strategies to help you set yourself up for success in the new year. Grab a notebook and pen—you’ll want to take notes on this one! This episode is all about setting the tone for an incredible 2026. Don't miss it!

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#265: What It's Like Being in the Messy Middle with Client Stacy

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Today I'm sitting down with one of my clients. Stacy is currently in the messy middle and is bravely sharing her story. Tune in to hear Stacy's story and to learn what she's currently doing to get to the other side of the mess.

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#264: Define Success and Own Your Genius (Business Genius, Chapter 10)

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500

In this episode, I'm sharing the unexpected epiphany I had on a Michigan highway that completely changed how I view my business—and success itself. After years of trying to follow the industry’s push to “scale,” I realized I didn’t actually want a scalable offer. What I truly wanted was impact, freedom, and a business built on my terms.

Let's dive into why becoming a true business genius starts with defining success for yourself—not based on what coaches, consultants, or the online space say you “should” want. Whether success for you means multiple locations, a three-day-a-week schedule, a seven-figure business, or simply a steady paycheck that supports your life, I want to help you get clear on what your end goal really is.

If you’re ready to let go of vanity metrics, reduce the stress, and start building a business that genuinely serves you, this episode is your invitation. Let’s rise, repeat, and aim for genius status together!

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#263: Direct Communication (Business Genius, Chapter 7)

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500

I'm sharing a powerful, eye-opening moment from a therapy session that totally flipped how I saw myself as a leader and a business owner. Spoiler: People-pleasing isn’t a virtue—it’s actually selfish. 😳

Join me as I dive into the tough truth behind avoiding direct communication and how letting things slide to keep the peace can cost you more than you realize. From a very fake employee named Tabitha to some hard-hitting lessons on leadership, this episode is packed with insights that will change how you lead and how you run your business. If you’ve ever struggled with conflict or keeping everyone happy, this one’s for you.

Tune in, and let’s talk about why being a “good person” might be holding you back from being a great leader.

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#262: Time Management (Business Genius, Chapter 5)

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0500

I'm revealing the surprising truth behind why so many entrepreneurs struggle with their finances—and how a simple weekly routine can completely transform their bottom line.

In this episode, I break down my Money Mondays framework and explain why true money management actually begins with time management. You’ll hear how one client, Cat, turned around a do-or-die financial situation, reconsolidated her debt, and freed up $10,000 a month—all by committing to consistent systems and disciplined time habits.

If you’ve been feeling scattered, overwhelmed, or frustrated with your cash flow, this episode will show you the foundational rhythm that can help you regain clarity, control, and profit. Tune in and discover why managing your time is the first step to managing your money.

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#261: Learn and Execute (Business Genius, Chapter 3)

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500

In today’s episode, I’m showcasing the third chapter of my newest book, Business Genius. Let's talk about one of the biggest differences I see in entrepreneurs: the gap between learning and executing. Most people who come to me genuinely love learning—they’ve read my books, listened to my podcast, and they’re hungry for growth. But loving to learn isn’t enough. Real transformation happens when we take what we learn and actually do something with it.

To show you what that looks like, I share the story of my friend Dianuh, a talented entrepreneur I met in a mastermind group. She built an incredible live-art business from the ground up. Every time she came to our group, she brought thoughtful questions, soaked up the feedback, and—most importantly—went home and implemented it. At our next meeting, she always had results to share. Her willingness to act on what she learned is exactly why her business took off.

And that’s the key difference: some people learn to create change, and others learn simply to feel productive. The first group asks, implements, evaluates, and repeats. The second jumps from expert to expert, gathering information but never putting in the real work. They stay stuck, even though they feel busy.

I’ve been there myself. A coach once told me, “It’s time to stop asking questions and start executing on what you already know.” And they were right—I needed an information diet. No more new content until I took action.

So if you’re constantly consuming but not progressing, it might be time for your own information diet too. Because if you want to be a business genius, you can’t just learn—you have to do. The winners in business aren’t just listeners. They’re doers.

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#260: Commitment Versus Interest (Business Genius, Chapter 2)

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Let's dive into the second chapter of my newest book, Business Genius!

In the chapter, I share how I went from refusing workouts longer than 45 minutes to crossing the finish line of my first Ironman in 12:47:16. My transformation wasn’t about suddenly becoming interested in endurance sports—it was about commitment, surrounding myself with the right coach, investing in the right equipment, and showing up even when it was uncomfortable.

I connect that journey to entrepreneurship. So many business owners pour everything into their business—money, time, energy—yet stop short of success by cutting corners: DIY bookkeeping, avoiding experts, skipping hard conversations, and chasing vanity metrics. It’s like training for an Ironman but only doing 90% of the workouts: enough to be miserable, not enough to finish.

My message is simple: stop playing business and fully commit. Go all in, invest in what matters, face the hard stuff, and set yourself up to succeed. If you’re ready to commit, I’m ready to walk you through the steps that lead to real results.

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#259: A Business Genius In the Making (Business Genius, Chapter 1)

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500

My newest book, Business Genius, is now available! And today, I'm sharing the first chapter with you. Building a business is hard work, but it doesn't have to be complicated. Let's get started with some bite-sized, actionable steps that will you help you understand, complete and implement what you need to in order to become a true business genius.

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#258: How Cash Flow Problems Create People Problems

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500

You’ve probably never thought about it quite like this before: cash flow problems don’t just affect your finances—they affect your people. When money gets tight, it puts strain on the relationships and dynamics within your business. And when your people start to struggle, your whole business can suffer. Let’s unpack this idea together…

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#257: Cutting Revenue Streams with Dianuh from Chasing Linen

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I'm chatting with Dianuh from Chasing Linen about simplifying your business for profitability. Dianuh is an incredibly successful business woman who has great insights into how cutting revenue streams can actually help your business

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#256: Why Every Number in Your Business Matters

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Your inventory isn’t just a number on a spreadsheet—it’s part of the bigger financial heartbeat of your business.

In this episode, we break down why product-based businesses can’t afford to look at inventory in isolation and how connecting the dots across your numbers gives you the full picture of what’s really happening. Tune in to learn how every metric works together to tell your business story.

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#255: Organizing Your Time, Interview with Tracy Hoth

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I'm chatting with Tracy Hoth about simplifying things. I talk about this topic a lot, but today, we're coming at simplification from a different angle.

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Website https://simplysquaredaway.com/
Free 15 Minute Declutter Challenge http://simplysquaredaway.com/declutter
Free Digital Files Training https://simplysquaredaway.com/5files
The Organized Coach Podcast https://simplysquaredaway.com/podcast/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracyhoth/
Instagram https://instagram.com/tracyhoth

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#254: How Benchmarking Works and Why it Matters

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400

We're talking about benchmarking. Why is it important? What's the purpose? And how do you use benchmarking results to create more profit in your business?

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#253: Green Flags, Red Flags When Hiring a Consultant

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I’ve never shared this on the podcast before, but it’s long overdue.

I work with so many small business owners who’ve been burned by consultants and coaches—promised the world and left with disappointment. And honestly? It fires me up. No consultant should ever take advantage of a client’s trust, especially when that client is trying to grow something meaningful.

As business owners, we often hire help when we’re stretched thin or searching for answers. We want to believe someone can step in and deliver results. But how do you know if you’re hiring the right person?

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what you should expect when working with a consultant:

The red flags to watch for
What a healthy consultant-client relationship looks like
And how to track real progress once they’re on board

If you’ve ever hired a consultant—or you’re thinking about it—this episode will give you the clarity you need to make smart, confident decisions.

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#252: What Winners Have In Common

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Let's talk about the common denominators amongst winners. We all want to be winners in business - that's why we're business owners. But what does it really take to be a winner? What do the winners all share?

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#251: Budgeting and Planning: Finish 2025 Strong

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Here's a Q4 planning session - we're covering numbers, budgeting and planning for the coming year. Let's talk about some things we should all think about in Q4 and how those considerations impact how we shift and approach things in the year ahead.

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#250: Day 4 Masterclass Replay

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

We just wrapped up the latest Inventory Genius Masterclass, and I’m excited to share the replay from Day 4 with you. This session is always one of my favorites because a few of my amazing clients join me to share their real-life experiences and transformations. After their inspiring stories, we dive into a powerful live-coaching Q&A. In this episode, you'll get to experience it all—raw, insightful, and full of value.

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#249: Accounting Clean Up and Expectations with T&O Advisory

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400

If you're in the place where you've been doing your books on your own or you had a bookkeeper or accountant that didn't serve you well, you may be feeling like you're in a mess. This episode is for you! During this conversation with Sarah from T&O Strategic Advisory, you'll get actionable steps that you can take to get your books caught up.

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#248: How Profit Created a Six Month Vacation from Business, Interview with Meggan Wehmeyer

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Meggan Wehmeyer is a former client who has an organic skincare line. Meggan has had the most amazing journey over the past 6 months. She's sharing about that journey and about how her business allowed her to do something that so often we all dream about. Learn about the decisions she had to make and about the hard choices it took for Meggan to reach this amazing point.

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Connect with the Meggan:
Website: https://farmersbody.com/

#247: Self Focused Success with Krystina Jarvis

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I recently received an email that blew my mind. Today, I'm talking to the author of that email. Tune in to discover what the email said and to learn why the author decided to write to me.

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Subscribe to weekly sustainability email series: https://adropintheoceanshop.com/pages/makewaves

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#246: Let's Increase Sales with the Sales Maven

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Nikki Rausch is the Sales Maven! Today, she's chatting with us about how to have effective sales conversations and about creating a sales strategy that connects without pressuring potential clients. How can we sell better and sell more? Listen as Nikki shares about her background and work.

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Website: https://yoursalesmaven.com/

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#245: The Progress Made in Level One, Interview with Allison Dupre

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I've watched Allison Dupre's business change and grow over the past few years. Sometimes in business, we feel like we're the only ones struggling or having growing pains. Today, Allison and I are talking about her experience and about how she made it through the hard moments.

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#244: Can I Do My Own Bookkeeping, Interview with Megan Schmitke

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Megan Schmitke is a bookkeeping expert who works specifically with inventory-based businesses. Today, Megan and I are talking about what you should do if your business is a mess and you know you need a bookkeeper. How do you clean things up so you can move forward?

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Take Megan's Bookkeeping Basics Course (https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/bookkeeping-basics-course/)
Book a consultation: https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/work-with-me/
Instagram: @findingfreedomfinancial
Free Training: https://www.findingfreedomfinancial.com/masterclass/

#243: Open to Buy: How To Figure It Out

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I've got great news for you: YOU can manage your Open to Buy without spending thousands of dollars on a program, without having an accountant on your team, without having a designated specific buyer - I'm talking you through the why and the how on today's episode!

There's a simple formula and some really easy-to-use tools that you can start implementing today to create your Buying Budget. Let's go!

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#242: Creating a Level Up Mindset, Interview with Jennifer Kok

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Jennifer Kok is a small business consultant. Today, Jennifer and I are chatting about what happens in our minds when we get to the point where we need to grow, scale and expand our businesses. How do our minds sometimes get in the way of business, and what can we do to change up our way of thinking?

Connect with Jennifer:
Website: https://nextwavebusinesscoaching.com/
Free Masterclass 3 Keys to Growing a Profitable Business: https://nextwavebusinesscoaching.com/webinar

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#241: Is Franchising the Right Way for You to Scale, Interview with Shannon Wilburn

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400

I get questions about today's topic all the time. Shannon Wilburn and I are talking about using franchising to scale. How do you know when you're ready to scale? If you're not ready, what do you get in order? And once you're ready, how do you scale efficiently?

Connect with Shannon:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonwilburn/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shineexecutivecoaching
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannonwilburn/
Website: https://shineexecutivecoaching.com/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-franchise-leaders-forum-podcast/id1755397643

#240: Money Mindset with Audrey Faust

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Audrey Faust is a financial coach for business owners. We're digging into the mindset behind making money and keeping it. You don't want to miss this conversation!

Connect with Audrey:
Unlock your path to profit with the free profit accelerator workbook 12 Secrets from an Expert CFO for Women Entrepreneurs
In the Profit Accelerator Workbook, Audrey's sharing the exact secrets that have worked for her clients—women just like you—who have seen their profits skyrocket by 20-200% annually. These are actionable strategies that you can apply to your business, no matter its size or industry
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manifestingcfo/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manifesting_cfo/

#239: Growing Your Team with Jamie Van Cuyk

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Jamie Van Cuyk and I are chatting about building a strong team. At the end of the day, we can't build our businesses by ourselves, we need good people working with us. Jamie's sharing her insights about how we can make the people part of our business more efficient.

Connect with Jamie:
Website – https://growingyourteam.com
Podcast - https://growingyourteam.com/podcast
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/growingyourteam/
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#238: Solving People Problems with Bethny Ricks

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Bethny Ricks is a CPO - a Chief People Officer. Today, I'm sharing a conversation I recently had with her about how to deal with and lead people well. During the episode, you'll hear about why it's important to be proactive instead of reactionary, learn how we move from being reactionary to proactive, and discover some of the tools we all need to have if we have people on our team.

Connect with Bethny:
Website - https://www.bethnyricks.com/

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#237: Buying a Franchise Concept, Interview with Tracy Panase

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Tracy Panase owns the Just Between Friends franchise brand. We're talking about her brand, what it's like to lead a multi-chain, multi-location company, and what it was like to buy the franchise system. Tune into a great conversation!

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-panase/

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#236: Should I Get a Loan? The Nuts & Bolts of SBA Financing

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Today, we're talking about two things I get asked about all the time: franchising and SBA financing. Beau Eckstein has been in lending for nearly three decades. He's sharing his expertise and insight. Get ready to have all your questions answered!

Connect with Beau:

Website: https://beaueckstein.com/

#235: Unlocking the Power to Pivot with Melanie Michaud

Tue, 27 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Melanie Michaud owns three stores in San Diego, California and is one of my coaching clients. She's recently done something many of us do as entrepreneurs - she's pivoted and transitioned in a variety of ways. Listen as Melanie shares her experience and talks about how to pivot with intention.

Connect with Melanie
Instagram:
@threadleadership
@threadandseed
Website: www.threadandseed.com

#234: Browsers to Buyers, Getting Web Shoppers to Convert with Susan Bradley

Tue, 20 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Susan Bradley from Social Sales Girls is talking about a question I get all the time: what do we do to get people to buy on our website? We're talking about online conversions and how to make them happen. Tune in and be sure to sign up for Susan's upcoming bootcamp: https://classroom.thesocialsalesgirls.com/a/2148106161/4e3zLcrm

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#233: Inventory Genius Masterclass, Ep. 2

Tue, 13 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Today is part 2 of a three part series covering what you can expect to learn during the Inventory Genius Masterclass. We're diving into how to make a Profit Plan - and we'll go even deeper into the process during the masterclass. Use this link to claim your spot! (https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-masterclass) Every time I run a masterclass, participants come away with so many bite-sized actionable steps they can immediately implement in their business practice. I hope you'll join in this exciting week of coaching!

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#232: Inventory Genius Masterclass, Ep. 1

Tue, 06 May 2025 01:00:00 -0400

Today we're talking about becoming an Inventory Genius and what that means for you and the cashflow in your business. I have an upcoming masterclass that I'd love for you to attend. Use this link to claim your spot! (https://www.ciarastockeland.com/inventory-genius-masterclass) Every time I run a masterclass, participants come away with so many bite-sized actionable steps they can immediately implement in their business practice. I hope you'll join in this exciting week of coaching!

#231: Replay! Understanding Your Business Financials

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400

This is a recent workshop I did for the Jamestown Entrepreneurial Center, and I'm excited to share it with you. We're talking about your business financials and how to understand them. Let's dig into your numbers.

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#230: Training our Brain to do Hard Things (Like Getting Out of Debt!), interview with Joy McAdams

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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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Instagram: @jmcadams5

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#229: The Lies We Tell Ourselves, Interview with Adrienne Richardson

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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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Website: https://adriennerichardson.com/

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#228: Hiring a Social Media Manager, Interview with Emily Nelson

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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.

Connect with Emily:

Website: https://www.brandakinsocialmedia.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandakinsocialfargo/

#227: What's Up with This Economy and What to do Next, Interview with Bethny Ricks

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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.

Connect with Bethny:

Website - https://www.bethnyricks.com/

#226: Growing an Email List, Interview with Jennifer Allwood

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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.

Connect with Jennifer:

Get the 57 Subject Lines Freebie here: equipt360.com/57subjectlines
Use the code Ciara50 at equipt360.com and save $50 on Jennifer's software.

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#225: Masterclass Q&A

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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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#224: What the Winners Have in Common

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0400

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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#223: Inventory Genius Masterclass Day 1 Replay

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 01:00:00 -0500

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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#222: How Custom Branding Can Elevate Your Brand

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 01:00:00 -0500

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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#221: I Am Paying Off My Debt! Interview with Clarissa Peterson

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 01:00:00 -0500

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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#220: The Inventory Genius Framework

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Today, I'm walking you through my framework, The Inventory Genius Method. I'm sharing about what I'm hoping to accomplish with all of my clients as they make their way through the program. Let's breakdown what the method is, how the framework works, why it will work for you, and where you should start in my programs.

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#219: Listen In To This Week's Coaching Call

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Have you ever wondered what it would really be like to be coached by me? Maybe you've questioned how a group coaching program works. Today, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what a group coaching call looks like. You'll listen in to a call with my Level One Mastermind clients. You'll hear the coaching lesson, individual questions and coaching, and how the group works together to coach and encourage one another.

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#218: How to Deal with Business Copycats

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0500

I think all of us will run into this at some point. What do we do when confronted with business copycats? What happens when we do our best, work so hard at our business and turn around to find someone mimicking our ideas? We normally hear something like, "copying is the best form of flattery". I'm here to challenge that. Tune in to hear my suggestions.

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#217: Let's Talk to Shopify Expert, Melissa Gikas

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Melissa Gikas is a Shopify expert and an Inventory Genius vendor partner. Today, she's talking all-things Shopify. If you're using the platform or thinking about changing over, this episode is for you!

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Connect with Melissa
Email: modishdesigns@outlook.com

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#216: How Marcki Paid off Debt in Less Than 3 Months with the Inventory Genius Framework

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Today I'm sitting down with one of my clients. Marcki is a part of the Profit Accelerator program and is making incredible progress. Within three months, Marcki's worked with her coach to tackle business debt and is now looking to open a second location for her brick and mortar. Listen to her story and experience.

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#215: 3 Things Successful People Need to Concentrate On in 2025

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 01:00:00 -0500

Let's jump into 2025! We're talking about three things I believe any business owner must have if they truly want to make a change. How can we move forward to where we want to be in our businesses? Tune in now!

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#214: There is Hope for Your Business in 2025

Tue, 31 Dec 2024 01:00:00 -0500

We are wrapping up another year - it's flown by! For our last episode of 2024, we're talking about hope for the year ahead. I know you work so hard in your business, and that you may be feeling in the pits after closing out the holiday season. The stress and overwhelm may have you wondering what the point is to continuing. But I want to close out this year by giving you three things to boost your hope and to help you push forward to success and to financial freedom. Let's go.

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#213: Live Coaching: Knowing Your Numbers As a Maker

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:00:00 -0500

Today I'm chatting with Jen. She's wondering if there's a certain equation she should stick to when it comes to pricing handmade goods. How should she mark up when it comes to selling supplies to other makers? If you're a maker, this episode is specifically for you!

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#212: Live Coaching: How Do I Use an Open To Buy

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Today I'm hopping on a call with Julie. She has a question about open to buy - sometimes she doesn't want to buy as much as her inventory manager recommends. Listen as I coach her through how she can use an open to buy alongside a profit plan and a budget.

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#210: How to Use Your Holiday Cash to Make More Money in 2025

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Let's talk about what we should do with all the holiday cash. It's a great time of year - as business owners we look forward to the holiday sales that we hope will help us breathe, find margin and get out of debt. So now, that time is here. How can we ensure we use that cash wisely to set ourselves up for success in 2025?

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#209: Why to Expect an ROI on Everything - 2024 Review

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0500

We're reviewing one of the most popular episodes of The Inventory Genius. Let's talk about why you should expect a return on everything you invest in your business.

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#208: Ask Ciara LIVE

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0500

I love helping entrepreneurs succeed. Today, I'm coaching two call-in guests. They're asking questions, and you'll hear me coach them live, on-air!

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#207: Budgeting and Planning for 2025

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Today we're having a Q4 planning session. It's a workshop on budgeting and planning for 2025. Let's chat about numbers and how to think about the coming year.

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#206: The Conversion Formula, Interview with Michael Barbarita

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 02:00:00 -0500

I'm talking with a fellow Fractional CFO about numbers and profit. Michael Barbarita helps businesses by coming alongside them to develop and implement strategies so that they don't have to hire a full time person. Tune in to learn more about Michael's work and about his fabulous Conversion Formula.

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#205: Don't Give Up

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -0400

During this episode, I'm giving you a bite-sized, actionable thought to take and to implement in your business mindset. Let's talk about the process and the importance of sticking with it.

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#204: Tracking Metrics, Interview with Michele Williams of Metrique Solutions

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Michele Williams has a phenomenal program I want to share. We're talking numbers and about how Michele has made numbers her life's work. Listen to Michele and me talk about how she tracks metrics and how it connects with profitability.

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#203: Guest Appearance on She Sells Differently

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Today's episode is actually a recording from another podcast on which I was featured. Andee Hart has a fantastic coaching program focused on creating more sales. She interviewed me, and we had a really great conversation. I wanted to share with my audience, and she agreed. So, enjoy this episode on selling differently!

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#202: Using the Etsy Platform to Create Profit, Interview with Dylan Jahraus

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Today's all about the online selling platform, Etsy! I'm chatting with Etsy expert, Dylan Jahraus about how Etsy can help makers get seen and about how Etsy sellers can scale. Dylan's got great insights and understands Etsy, inside and out.

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#201: Face Forward, Interview with Bethny Ricks

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Today, we're not talking about profit. We're talking about personality. I believe it's really important that we get who we are right so that we can get our businesses right. I'm chatting with Bethny Ricks about her forthcoming book, Face Forward, Reclaiming Hope when Everything Falls Apart. Listen to what Bethny shares about how hard things help shape who we are.

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#200: How the Podcast Has Helped Clients, a Variety of Interviews

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -0400

We're celebrating 200 episodes!!! 🎉 Today, I'm bringing listeners on to talk about how the podcast has helped them grow their business. Don't miss this exciting special episode.

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#199: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 7

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -0400

We're wrapping up our conversation on the Profit Roadmap. I'm walking through growing, reevaluating, and then growing again. Let's double down on sales goals, finish paying off any debt, reevaluate what worked in the past year's budget and then make plans to execute your next annual budget.

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#198: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 6

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -0400

The Profit Roadmap is the foundation of the Inventory Genius Framework that has helped hundreds of product based business owners find financial freedom. We're making our way through the Roadmap, and today, we're talking about simplifying. Tune in now.

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#197: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 5

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 03:00:00 -0400

The Profit Roadmap is the foundation of the Inventory Genius Framework that has helped hundreds of product based business owners find financial freedom. We're on the fifth part of breaking down the Roadmap, and today, we're getting a little more granular. We're working through how we can implement margin fixes by pulling a few levers. Grab some paper and a pen, and tune in now.

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#196: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 4

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0400

We're continuing to work through the Profit Roadmap. It's the basis of the Inventory Genius Framework and has helped hundreds of product based business owners find financial freedom. Today, we're talking about creating a business budget. Grab some paper and a pen, and tune in now.

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#195: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 3

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0400

It's part three of my series on the Inventory Genius Framework, the Profit Roadmap. There's something exciting on the horizon, and to prepare, we're talking about readjusting our expected margin. Tune in to hear all the details.

#194: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 2

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I'm jumping into the second part of my series on my Inventory Genius Framework, the Profit Roadmap. We're preparing for some big changes in the weeks to come, and during this episode, I'm talking about evaluating debt and cutting unnecessary spending. Tune in to hear all the details.

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#193: Walking Through the Inventory Genius Framework, Part 1

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Over the next few weeks, we'll be working our way through my Profit Roadmap. We're laying the groundwork for some big changes in the weeks to come. And during this episode, I'm sharing ways I've updated and reinvented my coaching program. Tune in to hear all the details.

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#192: Empowering Women to Make More Money, Interview with Sarah Walton

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Sarah Walton considers it her job to put more money in the hands of more women. She knows only amazing things happen when women have money. Listen as Sarah shares her own story and dives into how she works to empower women.

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#191: A Resiliency Mindset, Interview with Jennifer Kok

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I'm chatting with Jennifer Kok about what it looks like to build resiliency through a life of entrepreneurship. Jennifer has a lot of history in the small business space and shares so many great pieces of knowledge.

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#190: Boutique Marketing Event with Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Recently, I had the opportunity to lead a workshop for the Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center. During the training, we talked about creating a grass roots marketing campaign for boutique businesses. It is not just about “spending money”, it is about understanding your customer and creating a plan to serve them well. On this episode, you'll get to hear the replay of this fabulous event.

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#189: Selling Differently, Interview with Andee Hart

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

We're talking about the sales side of inventory. Andee Hart works with female entrepreneurs and teaches counter-cultural sales strategies from a faith-based perspective.

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#188: Let's Talk About Shopify with Make Them Chat, Interview with Stef Moxnes

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Stef Moxnes is our Shopify expert partner, and today, she's sharing about all-things-Shopify. During our conversation, Stef gives so many important tips and talks through several problem solving strategies when it comes to the trickier parts of Shopify.

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#187: Growing Your Business Without Social Media, Interview with Robyn Graham

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Today, I'm talking with Robyn Graham about how we can grow our businesses without social media. Robyn is a business growth strategist, coach and author. In this episode, she's helping us understand how our mental health and our anxiety levels are affected by social media and what can we do to step away from the platforms without negatively impacting our businesses.

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#186: Google Ads - the Dos and Don'ts with Stub Group

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400

This is an episode many of you have been waiting for. I get asked about Google Ads all the time. Today, I'm talking to John, CEO of Stub Group and Google Ads marketing expert. John works with small to medium sized businesses in the digital marketing space. Listen in as he talks about current trends and the major dos and don'ts when it comes to creating and running ads on Google and other platforms.

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#185: Problem Solving (When Sales Are Down), Interview with Kristin Fisher

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Kristin Fisher is a retail strategy coach and the founder of Bocu, a gifting brand offering personalized, hand-wrapped gift boxes. Today, she and I are chatting about what to do when we reach tough spots in our business. How do we problem solve situations when sales are down? Tune in to learn some great insights.

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#184: Make Money (When Sales Are Down), Interview with Jessica Totillo Coster

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Jessica Totillo Coster is an expert in eCommerce. Today, she and I are talking about how we can use eCommerce tools to make money, even when sales are down. How can we put ourselves out there to ensure people know what we're offering?

#183: The Inventory Genius Toolkit

Mon, 27 May 2024 03:00:00 -0400

We're talking about The Inventory Genius Toolkit. More than what the Toolkit includes, I'm talking about WHY the pieces of the Toolkit are there. You're sure to find a few nuggets related to inventory and finances in your business.

#182: The Common Denominators Amongst Winners

Mon, 20 May 2024 03:00:00 -0400

We all want to be winners in our businesses. We want to define what our own success looks like and work to make it happen. When I talk about winners in business, I'm talking about business owners who aren't willing to settle with just getting by. They don't want to just be mediocre. They see a problem and decide they'll solve that problem. They take accountability for their wins and for their losses. What do they all have in common, and what can we learn from them?

#181: Why Relationship Marketing Matters, an Interview with Janice Porter

Mon, 13 May 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Janice Porter is an expert in relationship marketing. Today, Janice and I are chatting about the importance of personal relationship building in our businesses. I think, in this age where there's so much social media availability, we tend to forget that people really want that personal touch and that interaction with us. Janice's work helps us connect with our customers in a very unique way.

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#180: From a Triathlete's Point of View, Interview with Brittany Vermeer

Mon, 06 May 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I'm continuing with my series on resiliency with an interview with triathlete, Brittany Vermeer. Brittany is an excellent writer and knows a lot about what it means to be resilient in life. Listen to our conversation now.

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#179: Building the Mental Muscles to Move Forward, Interview with Joy McAdams

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I'm so excited for this second episode in my podcast series on resiliency. I'm having a conversation with Joy McAdams, an Ironman athlete and expert on growth mindset. Listen in as she talks about what it takes to build the mental muscles to move forward, in life and in business.

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#178: Intentional Living Creates Resiliency, Interview with Shannon Wilburn

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Today's the beginning of my new series on resiliency. I've been asked several times recently about this topic, and I want to dig into what the idea really means. I'm chatting with Shannon Wilburn, a self-described serial entrepreneur who knows a thing or two about resiliency. Listen in as she shares her story and talks about what resiliency means to her.

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#177: Thinking Big and Eliminating Complexity, Interview with Andrea Liebross

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I love hearing a different perspective on topics. If you've listened to the Inventory Genius podcast for awhile, you've heard today's guest before and know how fabulous she is. I always learn something from Andrea Liebross. She's a life coach, and today she's talking with me about thinking big. What do we do when we get stuck in the weeds and lose the ability to envision where we want to be?

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#176: The Five Must Have Shopify Apps, Interview with Susan Bradley

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I'm chatting with eCommerce expert, Susan Bradley, about profit in your eCommerce store from the app perspective. Learn about her top five Shopify app recommendations and how they can help you grow your business. Go ahead and sign up for the free course mentioned in this episode (https://learn.thesocialsalesgirls.com/5-profit-generating-apps-that-every-store-owner-must-have/).

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#175: Coaching for Success, Behind the Scenes

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 03:00:00 -0400

I'm talking to two entrepreneurs who work behind the scenes in the Inventory Genius Program. You'll hear from Cande and Megan about what it's like to work with clients: what do we care about and why do we want business owners to succeed. Tune in now.

#174: How to Be Coachable, Part 2

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Today, we're diving into the second part of the conversation we started last week. We're talking about what makes a good coaching client. Even if you don't have a coach, this is an important listen for everyone. Tune in now.

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#173: How to Be Coachable, Part 1

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0400

On today's episode, it's just you and me! We're talking about what makes a good coaching client. Even if you don't have a coach, this is an important listen for everyone. Tune in now.

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#172: Launch Your Subscription Box, Interview with Sarah Williams

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 03:00:00 -0400

Sarah Williams is a subscription box queen. I'm chatting with her about what it takes to launch your own subscription box business. You don't want to miss this episode. Tune in now.

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#171: Social Media Trends for 2024, Interview with Emily Avdem Nelson

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Emily Avdem Nelson is a social media marketing expert. In this episode, she's sitting down with me to discuss social media trends in 2024. Learn what's coming down the pipe in the months ahead. Tune in now.

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#170: What You Need to Know to Make Marketing Work, Interview with Dawn Sinkule

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Dawn Sinkule works with inventory based businesses on marketing. We're talking about what we need to do on the numbers side of things to ensure our marketing is actually beneficial. Tune in now.

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#169: Why You Should Have a Podcast, Interview with Kamie Lehmann

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Kamie Lehmann is a podcast expert, and today, I'm chatting with her about why she recommends every business owner have their own podcast. Tune in now.

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#168: The Importance of Bookkeeping, Interview with Megan Schmitke

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Megan Schmitke helps business owners understand their numbers. She's a master at bookkeeping for the retail industry and loves tackling tricky situations. I'm sitting down with her to talk about the importance of bookkeeping and about her recommendations for inventory based business owners. Tune in now.

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#167: Caffeinate Your Cashflow, Interview with Kim Logsdon

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Kim Logsdon and I are sitting down to talk about profitability, business ownership, and the power of social media! You'll love getting to know more about Kim and her work. Tune in now.

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#166: The Inventory Genius, Part 3

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Here's part 3 of my Inventory Genius series. It's another of my most popular episodes from 2023. Go ahead and take a deep dive on all-thing inventory. Tune in now!

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#165: The Inventory Genius, Part 2

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0500

This week, I'm continuing to share some of my top and favorite episodes. Whether this is a refresher for you or your hearing it for the first time, I hope you enjoy and that you're able to glean some new knowledge. Tune in now!

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#164: The Inventory Genius, Part 1

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0500

It's a new year, and I'm sharing some of my top and favorite episodes. Let's get started with the first part of The Inventory Genius. Tune in now!

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#163: A Conversation with Claudine Wolk

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 02:00:00 -0500

Today, I'm handing my podcast over to Claudine Wolk. Claudine's a podcast host who works to help authors get their books seen and sold. She's interviewing me about my book, Inventory Genius. Tune in now!

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#162: Ditch the Sales Goals in 2024

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0500

We're getting 2024 started with a great episode. I know this year will be a fabulous one for you because you're choosing to use your inventory to create more profit and to keep more cash in your business. You're so far ahead of many other business owners - congrats!

Today, we're talking about how you can ditch the sales goals! That's right - but here's what I really mean: 2024 won't be about increasing your revenue. It'll likely look a lot like 2023. BUT...you can ditch the conventional idea related to sales goals, and instead, you can take what you did in 2023 and repeat it. We're going to focus on PROFIT. We're going to double down on keeping more cash. Learn more by tuning in now...

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#161: Client Wins of 2023, Part 2

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0500

It's part two of hearing my clients share their wins from 2023. You won't want to miss this celebration! Tune in now...

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BONUS: Boost Your Business with Susan Bradley

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0500

I've got a really special bonus episode today. Susan Bradley from the Social Sales Girls is sharing exciting insight into one of the most effective ways to boost your business. Tune in now!

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#160: Client Wins of 2023, Part 1

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0500

2023 is coming to an end, and I want to share just a few of the amazing WINS my clients have experienced over the past year. Tune in now!

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#159: Interview with Hillary Biscay, My Triathlon Coach

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0500

I'm so excited to sit down with my triathlon coach, Hillary Biscay, for a conversation about her background and work. In the episode you'll hear us chat about what makes a good coach, what makes a good coaching client and what it looks like to train and compete in 66 Ironman races. Tune in now!

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#158: Growing an Etsy Shop: an Interview with Monica Little

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Monica Little and I have been chatting for a few months about this show. This is my first interview with an Etsy expert, and I'm so excited for you to hear how you can grow your own Etsy shop. Tune in now to learn more!

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Free training: How to Stand Out & Sell Out on Etsy: www.monicalittlecoaching.com/etsywebinar

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#157: Inventory Genius Status

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0500

You aren’t born an Inventory Genius. You do not open your business with an exceptionally intelligent perspective or deep skill set. You become exceptionally intelligent when you make the conscious decision to focus on the right things and learn what it really takes to be in control of your inventory, profits, and business. Tune in to learn more...

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#156: Inventory Genius: Focus on the Complex Stuff

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0500

This week we're getting into the nitty gritty of a few more complex issues related to inventory based businesses. In this episode, we're taking a closer look at dropshipping, damages and the ins and outs related to adding a service component to your product based business. We'll breakdown each of these three issues and work through how to best handle each topic. Tune in to learn more...

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#155: Inventory Genius: Focus on a Strong Balance Sheet

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0500

A strong balance sheet is a crucial part of any business. And for inventory based business owners, it can be tricky to figure out how inventory fits into the balance sheet. Tune in to learn more...

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#154: Inventory Genius: Focus on Net Profit

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Net profit is one of the main focus areas that make up what it takes to become an Inventory Genius. And while you'll often hear business owners noting, focusing on and bragging about their top line number (their gross profit), the net profit is the real litmus of whether or not a business is thriving (or even surviving!).

Net profit is what you are left with at the end of the day. It's what remains after the cost of goods sold is subtracted from the sales, and the expenses are all paid. The net profit is a key part of business, but it's also a number I seldom hear people brag about. With the Inventory Genius Method, I'm working to change that. We need to have a much stronger focus on the net profit of our businesses. Tune in to learn more...

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#153: Inventory Genius: Focus on Decreasing Expenses

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

You may be saying, “I am growing! I am scaling. I need all these things.” And you do. However, if you don’t focus on the right things before you scale, if you don’t manage your inventory and learn to read the numbers, you will scale your problems right along with your sales. Tune in to learn more...

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#152: Inventory Genius: Focus on Increasing Margin

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

How can an Open to Buy help you increase your margin? You won't simply be guessing, buying, guessing wrong, marking down, and repeating this ugly and unproductive cycle. You will be buying smarter, and buying smarter means more margin. Listen in to learn more...

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#151: Inventory Genius: Focus on Increasing Sales

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

More money on the bottom line. More cash in the bank account. A paycheck for you. All three of these goals can be achieved by increasing the top-line sales. Listen in to learn more...

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#150: Inventory Genius: How Inventory Works

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

The importance of inventory is so overlooked. People see inventory as cute stuff to fill up the shelves, things people can add on to their services, or a reason to go to market twice a year.

But inventory is the lifeblood of a product-based business. Your inventory will either load you down with debt, or it will create a surplus of cash.

One hundred percent of the business owners who jump on a consult with me have inventory, and over ninety percent of them don’t know how much they own without pulling up their point-of-sale system. Even then, most of them cannot find the number or have never looked before.

Yet inventory is what drives either all, or a considerable amount, of revenue through their cash registers. Listen in to learn more...

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#149: Inventory Genius: Tissues and Tums

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 03:00:00 -0400

"What ifs" are futile. There is no point in wishing to rewrite the past unless we use those "what ifs" to create our genius. We must own our mistakes and dig deeper into how to do it better the next time around.

Let's use my "what ifs" to help you begin to rewrite your story before you end up on the couch with your own box of tissues and bottle of Tums. Let's talk through how the Inventory Genius Method can breathe new life into your product-based business. Listen in to learn more...

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#148: Inventory Genius: Doing the Right Work

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0400

So, what is the work? Wouldn’t we all just “do the work” if we knew financial freedom lie within our grasp? Wouldn’t we all do whatever it takes to finally sleep at night, pad the bank account, and rid ourselves of imposter syndrome once and for all? Listen in to learn more...

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#147: How to Say No to Good Opportunities: Interview with Kristin Fisher

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0400

On today's episode, I'm talking with Kristin Fisher (retail strategy coach and founder of Bocu) about how (and why!) to say no to good opportunities. We'll be learning how to edit - not just our inventory, but also how to edit business opportunities that come our way.

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@kristinfishercoaching
@shopbocu
shopbocu.com

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#146: Product Assortments that Create Profit: Interview with Kristin Fisher

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Kristin Fisher is a retail strategy coach and the founder of Bocu, a gifting brand offering personalized, hand-wrapped gift boxes. I'm chatting with her about how to effectively curate a product assortment that will create profit in our business.

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@kristinfishercoaching
@shopbocu
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#145: Thinking Big and Managing Your Mind: Interview with Andrea Liebross

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today, I'm chatting with Andrea Liebross, a business and life coach specializing in working with unapologetically ambitious women entrepreneurs from a variety of industries. A speaker and host of the Time to Level Up podcast, Andrea guides her clients to combine Big Thinking with solid systems that work together to unleash their success and find the freedom of time, money, and energy they crave. She is excited about the release of her book She Thinks Big: The Female Entrepreneur’s Guide to Moving Past the Messy Middle and into the Extraordinary in the fall. Tune in to hear our full conversation.

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Andrea's book, She Thinks Big - https://www.andrealiebross.com/shethinksbig
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#144: How to Market an eCommerce Business: Interview with Laura Hanlon

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0400

On today's episode I'm talking with Laura Hanlon. Laura is Co-Director of Pink Leopard, an agency that helps businesses change how they get spotted, and we're talking about eCommerce strategies. The "PINK" in Pink Leopard stands for Personality, Individuality, Number one, and Killer results. Listen in to hear more about Laura's work in eCommerce.

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Website - https://www.pinkleopard.co.uk/

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#143: 7 Lies We're Told About Being a Small Business Owner

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today, we're having a really important conversation. We're diving into 7 myths or lies that business owners regularly hear. We'll debunk these myths and talk about the truth of each topic.

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#142: Uncovering Money Mindset Roadblocks: Interview with Sarah Mac

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0400

My podcast guest today is a money mindset coach, Sarah Mac. Sarah helps entrepreneurs tell their story and make more money. By getting to the essence of who someone really is and learning what they're most passionate about, Sarah helps people discover their own pathways to success.

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Free Meditation: Creative Money - https://withsarahmac.com/creative-money-meditation/
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#141: Creating a Subscription Box Business: Interview with Julie Ball

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 03:00:00 -0400

I've got a guest on today's episode: Julie Ball is joining me to talk about Subscription Box Businesses. Julie is a business coach and the founder of Subscription Box. She loves working with inventory based business owners to add subscription box components to their businesses.

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Website - https://mrsjulieball.com/

Subscription Box Basics - https://www.subscriptionboxbasics.com/launch

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/subscriptionboxbasics/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/subscriptionboxbasics

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#140: How to Deal with Business Copy Cats

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 01:00:00 -0400

I'm so excited about today's topic: we're talking about what to do when we encounter business copy cats. We all know what it's like to work hard and to do our best only to turn around to see someone copying our idea, concept or brand. It's not fun, and we don't have to buy into the idea that it's just flattery. Here are three different ways to think about business copy cats. Learn how they can make you a better business owner.

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#139: eCommerce Traffic: an Interview with Jessica Totillo Coster

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 01:00:00 -0400

Jessica Totillo Coster is an eCommerce and email marketing specialist and is joining me for a conversation about a few quick wins related to eCommerce traffic. Listen in and learn more about how you can use and improve eCommerce in your business!

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#138: Prioritizing Happiness: an Interview with Nicole J Palmer

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today, I'm chatting with Nicole J Palmer about simplifying and what that looks like in both our personal and professional lives. Let's dive into how you can simplify your schedule and prioritize happiness as an entrepreneur.

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#137: Dropshipping, Damages and Service Income

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today we're talking about a few complex topics that may be a part of your business model. Take a closer look at dropshipping, damages and services and how to best handle each topic.

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#136: Surviving the Business Rollercoaster

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 03:00:00 -0400

During this episode, we're talking balance sheets! Listen in as we dive a little deeper into what a balance sheet is, how it works, and how your business' inventory's involved.

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#135: Understanding Your Business Financials

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0400

I was recently asked to speak for the Jamestown Regional Entrepreneur Center, and I'm sharing that conversation with you today with their permission. What we covered in the Understanding Financials workshop was so important, I wanted to make it accessible to everyone. Tune in now!

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#134: How Inventory Works

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We're on the third week of talking through my Inventory Genius Method. During these conversations we'll cover all the basics of inventory-based business ownership. In today's episode, we're discussing how inventory works. Listen in now!

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#133: What Do You Do When You Feel Stuck?

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We're on the second week of talking through my Inventory Genius Method. During these conversations we'll cover all the basics of inventory-based business ownership. In today's episode, we're discussing what to do when you feel stuck in your business. Listen in now!

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#132: Focus on Revenue Producing Work

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Over the next few weeks, we're talking through my Inventory Genius Method. We'll cover all the basics of inventory-based business ownership. In today's episode, we're discussing how to do the right work and what that actually looks like. We're breaking the right work into three bite-sized, actionable steps. Listen in now!

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#131: Managing Your Time with Rebecca Blackburn

Mon, 29 May 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Rebecca Blackburn is a life and success coach for female business owners. Today, we're sitting down together to talk about managing and maximizing your time. Tune in and hear how you can take control of those precious hours.

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#130: The Enneagram with Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober

Mon, 22 May 2023 03:00:00 -0400

I'm so excited to talk about the Enneagram! Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober is sharing about her work with this amazing tool. She's a psychologist by trade and uses the Enneagram to help people better understand themselves and others. Listen in as I talk to her about how we can use this tool to become our best business selves.

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#129: Interview with Katie Hunt, Founder of Proof to Product

Mon, 15 May 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Katie Hunt is an ecommerce guru and the founder of Proof to Product, a coaching program designed to streamline product sales and scale profit. Today on the podcast, I'm talking to Katie about her background, her work with clients and her advice to product-based business owners who are looking to grow.

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#128: Interview with Profit First Co-Founder, Ron Saharyan

Mon, 08 May 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Let's talk Profit First with program co-founder, Ron Saharyan! Ron's THE Profit First guy, and he's letting me ask all the questions. The Profit First Professionals global organization supports the teachings from the book, Profit First and ensures members have all the tools they need to help their clients live profitable lives.

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#127: Interview with Isabella Stockeland

Mon, 01 May 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today on the Inventory Genius podcast, I'm sitting down with my daughter, Isabella Stockeland! If you've ever wondered what it's like to grow up in a small business home, give this episode a listen.

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#126: Ciara and Harrison Talk Book Writing!

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0400

My special guest today is...MY SON! Harrison Stockeland is sharing what it's like to grow up around small business. And, he's also just written a book. Listen is as we talk about our experience as an entrepreneurial family and as book authors!

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#125: Ciara Chats with Bethny Ricks

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We're switching things up today! Speaker, storyteller, author and leadership expert, Bethny Ricks is interviewing ME, Ciara Stockeland! That's right, listen to Bethny as she asks me the hard questions.

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#124: Why the Inventory Genius Method and Profit First Work So Well Together

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0400

In today's episode, I'm talking about how and why the Inventory Genius Method and the Profit First Method work so well together. Listen in and take a look at three reasons why...

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#123: The Customer Experience: Interview with Daiana Santis

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 03:00:00 -0400

My guest today is really interesting. Daiana Santis is a female entrepreneur based in Cypress, a small island in the Mediterranean. She's worked in the bridal space for many years and is an expert in the customer experience.

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Website - http://www.dajanabasic.com/

Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/dajanabasiclondon

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#122: Profit First Series Part 4: Interview with Rocky Lalvani

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0400

We're finishing up my Profit First series with a conversation with Profit First Professional, Rocky Lalvani. During this conversation, you'll hear a lot about numbers and financial literacy. Rocky's a self-titled "spreadsheet geek" - to him, numbers tell an important story.

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Connect with Rocky:

Website - https://profitcomesfirst.com/

Podcast - https://profitanswerman.libsyn.com/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/rocky.lalvani.9

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#121: Profit First Series Part 3: Interview with Jos Willard

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0400

As we continue in the Profit First series, I'm talking with Profit First coach, Jos Willard. Jos is a business coach who works specifically with other coaches to help them build profitability into their coaching businesses.

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Connect with Jos:

Website - https://www.profitforcoaches.com/

Podcast - https://www.profitforcoaches.com/podcast

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/realcoachjos

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#120: Profit First Series Part 2: Interview with Brian Thompson

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0400

It's part two of my series on Profit First. In this episode, you'll hear from Brian Thompson. As both a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner, Brian provides comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. He helps his clients create and run businesses that are both impactful and profitable.

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Website - https://btfinancial.com/

Facebook - https://facebook.com/Brian-Thompson-Financial

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#119: Profit First Series Part 1, Interview with Liz Szporn

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today starts a four-part series on Profit First. In this episode, I'm chatting with my personal Profit First coach, Liz Szporn.

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#118: Why Community Matters: an interview with Shana Bresnahan

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0400

I'm chatting with a friend of mine, Shana Lynn, about community, business and life. As the next round of my top-tier mastermind beings, I'm excited to focus more on the idea and importance of connecting with one another in order to grow.

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#117: Interview with Laura Meyer

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 03:00:00 -0400

Today, I'm sitting down with a really great friend. Laura Meyer and I met while working in the franchise industry. We instantly connected and have kept our relationship going ever since. Listen as Laura talks about her own business journey and about how group coaching relationships have played a role in where she is now.

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#116: Mastermind Client Interviews!

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Listen to what current Profit Accelerator Mastermind clients have to say about their experience with the community, Ciara's business coaching, and their growth!

With the Profit Accelerator Mastermind Program, Ciara becomes your Profit Strategist. She works with you to set up profitability systems and processes for your inventory-based business.

Once your new plan is in place, you gain access to on-going accountability and support, ensuring you get answers to your questions as they arise.

With personalized plans and strategies to help grow your business, you'll move forward in reaching your profitability goals.

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#115: Hard Work Versus Hustle

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0500

We're diving into the idea of hustling versus hard work in our inventory-based business. The results can look drastically different based on our approach. Listen now to hear more and to learn a great exercise you can do to see the difference.

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#114: Monica Sharma-Patnekar on Understanding Your Customer

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0500

I've got a special guest today. Monica is with us from Business with Monica. She's talking about how to slow down to speed up...about how to grow well. She's an expert in building brands and in knowing what it takes to determine your target customer. The episode is full of fabulous information.

And exciting news! Monica is joining six other experts in speaking at the upcoming Profitability Summit. It's a virtual conference created specifically for inventory-based business owners and will cover all-things related to building and growing a profitable business. Save your seat here!

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Resources for Download:

Desires Over Demographics Framework - https://www.businesswithmonica.com/boutique-workshop/ - the 4 types of questions to ask your customer
The 3 Pillar Roadmap - https://www.businesswithmonica.com/roadmap-boutique-workshop - the exact 3 step roadmap Monica uses with her clients, position, plan & play

Connect with Monica:

www.businesswithmonica.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/businesswithmonica

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicasharmapatnekar/

About Monica:

Monica Sharma-Patnekar is an eCommerce brand mentor & consultant, a purpose-driven (digital) brand, marketing & strategy professional with 17 years of global experience building brands. She’s worked across diverse sectors and companies from Fortune500 to scale- & start-ups. It all started with an MSc. Business Administration, major in Marketing.

Monica’s worked with Fortune500 companies across brand management, strategy consulting & global marketing. In addition, she has been hired by Google to coach their premium partners - 7-figure scale-ups, Tech, and SaaS & agencies who work with eCommerce businesses.

Monica offers high-touch coaching & mentorship to small business, conscious, eCommerce & product, and retail entrepreneurs. ⁠She is Dutch by birth and Indian by heritage. Global by choice & education.⁠⁠⁠ A creative thinker.⁠ A dancer.⁠ A chai fanatic.⁠ A mom of 2 girls.⁠⁠

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#113: Why to Expect an ROI on Everything

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0500

I've been thinking a lot lately about return on investment (ROI). If you learn nothing else in working with me, I really want you to know how to look at your business objectively and how to ruthlessly require a return on every investment you make in your business.

Whether it's your inventory, your marketing, your staff, your educational investment tune into this episode to learn why you should expect a return on investment on everything you put into your business.

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#112: Inventory Genius, Part 5

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 02:00:00 -0500

It's part five of my Inventory Genius series. Today, we're taking about the definition of and the idea behind, "Inventory Genius". What does it really mean, and how can we really claim the title?

You become exceptionally intelligent when you make the conscious decision to focus on the right things and to learn what it really takes to be in control of your inventory, your profits and your business. Go ahead, and tune in for more.

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#111: Inventory Genius, Part 4

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Today is part four of my Inventory Genius series. In this episode, we're talking about margin. In your inventory based business, the gold is in the margin. The margin is what writes your paycheck. Tune in to hear more about how you can maximize your margin.

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#110: Inventory Genius, Part 3

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0500

I'm giving you another bite-sized, actionable step that you can take and implement in your inventory-based business today. In this episode, we're talking about keeping more money. More money on the bottom line, more cash in the bank account, a paycheck for you: all three of these goals can be achieved by increasing top-line sales. Fine-tuning your financials will help you increase sales in a smart way.

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#109: Inventory Genius Part 2

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Today we're talking about how inventory works. The importance of inventory is so overlooked. It's the life-blood of a product-based business. It will either load you down with debt or create a surplus of cash. Tune in now to hear more.

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#108: Inventory Genius Part 1

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Today we're talking about doing the right things. What's the right work we need to do as a product-based business owner? Listen in to find out!

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#107: A New Year's Resolution

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 02:00:00 -0500

Crazy to think this is episode #107 of the podcast!

My new book's almost available, and I'm sharing a New Year's resolution that I'd like each of you to join me in taking on! Listen in as I talk through the resolution and...get on the waitlist for your copy of my forthcoming book: https://www.ciarastockeland.com/waitlist-ebook

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#106: Offprice Opportunities with Becca

Tue, 27 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0500

Ciara's taking you behind the scenes to a conversation she had with one of her Profitory Mastermind clients, Becca.

Some of Becca's goals included paying off debt, building more margin, and taking a consistent paycheck. One of the ways she's going to accomplish these goals is through offprice buying. I'm so excited for you to hear our conversation.

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#105: Inventory Genius Masterclass Live Replay

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0500

A special episode! Listen in on the Inventory Genius Masterclass.

A little different than the typical podcast episode, I originally recorded this masterclass live. I wanted to make it available to everyone via the podcast.

Grab a notebook and pen before tuning in! I'll cover 3 main points you need to master in order to become an Inventory Genius.

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#104: So, You Want To Sell Your Business, Part 3

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0500

Listen in as Ciara talks with Maria Granados about what happens when you realize you need to unwind, shut down and close one door to open another.

This is the final part of a three part series on selling your business.

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#103: So, You Want To Sell Your Business? Part 2

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 02:00:00 -0500

Listen in as Ciara talks with Susan Bradley from Social Sales Girls about selling a business.

This is the second part of a three part series on selling your business. Catch the third episode next week!

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#102: So, You Want To Sell Your Business? Part 1

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0500

Listen in as Ciara talks with two business owners, Cande and Abbey, about selling a business.

This is the first part of a three part series on selling your business. Catch two more episodes in the coming weeks!

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#101: Interview with Lauren Schwartz

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0500

A conversation on digital marketing and creative, profitable strategies.

I'm talking with thought leader, Lauren Schwartz. Lauren works to create profitable strategies for eCommerce brands. She's obsessed with design and creative strategy. Today, she's sharing her insight related to digital marketing.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theloft325/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-schwartz-07354312

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#100: What Does It Mean to "Trust God" with Our Business?

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0500

Let's talk about faith and business.

One of my coaching clients recently asked me a question: "As a faith-based person, how do I get rid of the hustle and truly trust God with my business?" Listen in to the answer I shared with her...

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#99: Interview with Gen Furukawa, Co-Founder of Prehook.com

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 02:00:00 -0500

Here's a new tool as you work to grow your business:

Gen Furukawa is co-founder of Prehook.com, a quiz platform designed specifically for eCommerce companies. Prehook allows merchants to ask questions, capture a lead and recommend a product.

Listen in to learn more about Prehook and how it might be helpful to you.

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Interview with Liz Whitehead

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Listen in as email and text marketing expert, Liz Whitehead talks about why inventory matters when it comes to email marketing.

Liz owns Simple Strategies Group, and has a background in boutique ownership.

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Interview with Alyssa Tollefson

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Listen in as Square expert, Alyssa Tollefson talks about why inventory matters from a point of sale perspective.

Alyssa owns The Hive clothing boutique, and is an expert when it comes to Square point of sale system.

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#98: Interview with Lindsay Rando, Owner of Bobbles and Lace

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Listen in as Lindsay talks about what's going on in the retail world.

Lindsay Rando owns Bobbles and Lace, and shares about her background, about growing her brand, and about the importance of consistency and balance. You'll love this conversation.

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#97: Relationship Marketing with Laura Meyer

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0400

A conversation on relationships and business.

I'm talking with growth strategist and mentor, Laura Meyer. She's sharing about her background, her current work with entrepreneurs, and about how to use relationships to build and grow your business.

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-novak/

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#96: All Things Inventory + Profit First for Retail

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0400

We're talking about what you need to know when it comes to your inventory and about inventory and Profit First.

I want you to think about three things:

Your inventory is your biggest asset in your business.
Your inventory needs to show up on your balance sheet.
You should always manage any inventory damages and/or mis-ships.

As a Profit First certified coach, I work with clients on how to include inventory in the Profit First method.

I hope you'll listen in as I talk through each of these three aspects of inventory and how to use Profit First in your inventory-based business.

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#94: Interview with Christine Russo

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Christine Russo works to educate and to help independent retailers digitize.

Listen in as she shares her story with Ciara and talks about maintaining a curious mindset.

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#93: Breaking Down Goals & Creating an Open to Buy

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Let's breakdown goals and create an open to buy plan!

Learn to create a sales goal, an actual number, and achieve it. Get the step-by-step how-to during this episode.

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#92: Goals: Setting, Tracking, Measuring and Achieving!

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Jump into a quick session on goals.

As business owners, when it comes to goals, we often fall into one of several camps. Listen in to learn more about how to set goals, how to measure progress and how to achieve what you set out to accomplish.

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#91: What Should You Do When You Just Want to Quit?

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Today we're talking about what you should do when you feel like you want to quit.

We all sometimes get to this point in our lives, in our businesses, and in our day-to-day activities. Let's dig in and have a conversation about how to handle these feelings and how to move through them.

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Interview with Expert Coach, Kate, from Simple Pin Media!

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 06:00:20 -0400

Enjoy our fun conversation with our very own Expert Coach Kate from Simple Pin Media!

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Pinterest newsletter for product sellers --> https://www.simplepinmedia.com/sell-products-on-pinterest/

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Behind the Scenes of the Boutique Workshop!

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 06:00:07 -0400

Want a little taste of what's its like being part of The Boutique Workshop!? This is a Tuesday training recording that our boutique workshop members got! (they get these once a month!!)

Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Podcast listeners get a special coupon for $100 OFF enrollment of the Boutiques Workshop membership! If you'd like to take advantage of this one time use offer, click here!

To learn more about Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Interview with Founder of A Gracious Soul, Bethany DiPetrillo!

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:00:32 -0400

You can learn more about today's sponsor at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Learn more about Bethany's shop on her IG at @agracioussoulshop!

Building a Recession Response Plan, Part 4!

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400

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Sign up for the Debt Free Challenge!

To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Podcast listeners get a special coupon for $100 OFF enrollment of the Boutiques Workshop membership! If you'd like to take advantage of this one time use offer, click here!

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Building a Recession Response Plan, Part 3!

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 06:00:54 -0400

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Interview With Founder of The Social Sales Girls, Susan Bradley!

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 06:00:52 -0400

We chat with Susan Bradley in this episode about her upcoming Ads Made Easy Challenge!

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Building a Recession Response Plan, Part 2!

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 06:00:40 -0400

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How to Achieve Community Using Customer Service on Social Media with Social Media Manager, Emily Avdem!

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 06:00:18 -0400

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Building a Recession Response Plan, Part 1

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 06:00:18 -0400

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Interview with Ciara's Triathlon Coach Kami Banks!

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 06:00:26 -0400

Interview with Boutique Owner, Nicole Lindhorst!

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 06:00:10 -0400

To learn more about Nicole you can visit any of the places below!

Nicole Adkisson-Lindhorst : Facebook

@nicolelindhorst3 : IG handle

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www.BeYOUtifulBoutique7@gmail.com - email

Www.blingbyzing.com - Website

The Different Levels of Coaching Explained!

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 06:00:09 -0400

We deep dive into the different levels of coaching I offer to better explain them! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Podcast listeners get a special coupon for $100 OFF enrollment of the Boutiques Workshop membership! If you'd like to take advantage of this one time use offer, click here! You can learn more about today's sponsor at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Using Profit First to Build Profitability and Peace of Mind for Your Boutique Business!

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:00:02 -0400

Interview with Co-founders of Simply Mae’s Boutique, Cande Coulter & Jessi Kettenacker!

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 06:00:09 -0400

Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Podcast listeners get a special coupon for $100 OFF enrollment of the Boutiques Workshop membership! If you'd like to take advantage of this one time use offer, click here! For more information about Leaf Book you can visit their website: https://www.leafbookcfo.com

To learn more about Simply Mae's Boutique you can visit:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/simplymaesboutique

IG: https://www.instagram.com/simplymaesboutique/

Website: simplymaes.com

Interview with Bean to Sprout Store Owner, Sarah Belmore!

Tue, 31 May 2022 06:00:26 -0400

Today we are chatting with boutique owner, Sarah!

To learn more about Bean to Sprout you can visit:

Website: https://www.beantosprout.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/beantosprout/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeantoSprout

Interview with eCommerce MasterPlan owner, Chloe Thomas!

Tue, 24 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We have a special guest today! We are so excited to be interviewing Chloe! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Podcast listeners get a special coupon for $100 OFF enrollment of the Boutiques Workshop membership! If you'd like to take advantage of this one time use offer, click here!

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

To learn more about Chloe and all she offers visit here: https://ecommercemasterplan.com

Interview with Lady ChangeMakers CEO & Founder, Jessica Bargenquast!

Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop. To learn more about Jessica and Lady ChangeMakers:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladychangemakers/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/ladychangemakers/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ladychangemakers
TW: @ladychangemaker
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ladychangemakers
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD6v2v8Ldxuvoa9MTZNfNCQ

What to do the First Time at Market!

Tue, 10 May 2022 09:34:18 -0400

With market coming up we wanted to go over what to do the first time you go! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. If you're interested in joining us at the live event you can do so here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com/tbw-live-2022 The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Testimonial Reviews!!

Tue, 03 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Enjoy this episode on Testimonial Reviews! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

For more information on today's sponsor, Amy Crane and Social Lab Marketing, you can visit here: https://www.sociallabmarketing.com/

A Transparent Conversation About Debt with Store Owner, Jackie Ayres!

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

We think you'll really enjoy this transparent episode on debt and how it relates to business ownership.

Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

To learn more about Jackie & Dyetology:

Website: https://dyetology.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyetology

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dyetology/

Inventory Money Makeover Masterclass!

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Tune into the masterclass we shared in March! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Behind the Scenes in the Boutique Workshop - Financials 101!

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

You get the chance to see what we do in the Boutique Workshop and how I teach! Enjoy this special treat of an episode!

Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Tips on Mindset!

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara gives 8 tips on mindset and how it relates to business in this episode! Don't miss it! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. For more information on today's sponsor, Amy Crane and Social Lab Marketing, you can visit here: https://www.sociallabmarketing.com/

Interview with Heather Steinker, founder of Chaos N' Cookies!

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

You won't want to miss this episode! We chat with founder of Chaos N' Cookies, Heather Steinker. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about Chaos N' Cookies you can visit any of these links:

Website: https://chaosncookies.com/ Podcast: https://chaosncookies.com/podcast/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chaosncookies/

Heather's Personal IG: https://www.instagram.com/theheathergreco/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chaosncookies

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Non-negotiables to Knowing and Understanding Your Inventory!

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

That's right - I share my non-negotiables to knowing and understanding your inventory! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Coaching Testimonials!

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0400

To join the masterclass: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com/inventory-money-makeover-masterclass Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Interview with The Destash Club Owners!

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Hear all about The Destash Club in this podcast episode! You won't want to miss it! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about the Destash Club, visit this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1AlTFVjV1BTa39ilRCfXLu34pkZ6XYeydipvAk6ynsxQ/edit

Today's Sponsor: For more information about Alyssa and everything she does, see below! Web Design Services: alyssatollefson.com

Establishing Main Categories for Inventory Management!

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

I recommend 5 main categories for inventory management and why that is! Keep listening to hear it all!

Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

For more information on today's sponsor, Amy Crane and Social Lab Marketing, you can visit here: https://www.sociallabmarketing.com/

Interview with Social Media Manager, Emily Avdem from Brandakin Social Media!

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about Brandakin Social Media, see below:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandakinsocialfargo/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandakinsocial

Email: brandakinsocialmedia@gmail.com

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Interview with Website Designer and SEO Expert Alyssa Tollefson!

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

We are joined today with guest Alyssa Tollefson as she tells us about her entrepreneurial journey! Thank you for listening in! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

For more information about Alyssa and everything she does you can visit any of the links below!

Instagram: @alyssatollefson

Web Design Services: alyssatollefson.com

mention this podcast for 10% off a website design package!

The Hive: thehivecv.com

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

How to use Profit First as an Inventory Based Business!

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This month we are deep diving into inventory and our first episode is all about how you can use Profit First as an inventory based business! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Today's sponsor is Alyssa Tollefson! For more information about Alyssa and everything she does, see below!

Web Design Services: alyssatollefson.com

Why Community is so Important!

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

As a boutique owner, community is key! Listen in to find out why! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Interview with Dana Dowdell, owner of Boss Consulting HR LLC!

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Today's episode is a special treat as I interview owner of Boss Consulting HR LLC! Thank you for listening in! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

To learn more about Dana and Boss Consulting HR LLC you can visit their website and socials!

- Website: https://www.bossconsultinghr.com

- Instagram https://www.instagram.com/adashofboss/

- Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bossconsultinghr

Profit First Roadmap: Episode 7

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Ciara is breaking it down for you in the Profit Roadmap! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Profit Roadmap: Episode 6

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Ciara is breaking it down for you in the Profit Roadmap! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Knowledge for the New Year!

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 06:00:00 -0500

I share some quotes and books with you that I have loved! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Preparing for a New Year!

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

I wanted to end the year with a podcast episode! Thank you for listening in! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Profit Roadmap: Episode 5

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Profit Roadmap: Episode 4!

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Interview with FAVES founder, Ulla Hald!

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -0500

We get to chat with fellow sponsor and vendor, Ulla Hald! Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Profit Roadmap: Episode 3!

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Profit Roadmap: Episode 2!

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Profit Roadmap: Episode 1!

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Interview with Social Sales Girls founder, Susan Bradley!

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Interview with The Social Sales Girls founder, Susan Bradley! We talk all about online presence! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about Susan, see below:

Susan's site: https://thesocialsalesgirls.com/

Podcast: https://thesocialsalesgirls.com/podcast/

Interview with Fellow Coach Andrea Liebross!

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is amazing! So many good nuggets from fellow woman entrepreneur coach, Andrea! Enjoy! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about Andrea and what she does, see below!

Website:

www.andrealiebross.com

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/aliebross/

Facebook Page:

https://facebook.com/andrealiebrosscoaching/

Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/deliberatedirection

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-liebross/

Pinterest:

https://www.pinterest.com/liebross

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCt0-A88LuOgOREiyvauWSdQ

Podcast:

www.andrealiebross.com/listen

Interview with Boutique Owner, Meagan Cole!

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400

A fun chat with Meagan Cole about her experience as a boutique owner! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

To learn more about Meagan and her store you can visit these links below!

Website: https://riseupshinebright.ca/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riseup.shinebright/

Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/riseupshinebright

The Ironman Texas Recap!

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 09:23:52 -0400

Ciara deep dives into her experience as an Ironman! Enjoy this fun and different episode! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Interview with Boutique Owner, Catherine Fisher

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400

A fun chat with Catherine Fisher about her journey to being a boutique owner! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

To learn more about Catherine and her store you can visit these links below!

Website: https://shopsadies.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsadiesnj/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sadiessouthorange

Get Comfortable Being Uncomfortable!

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This is something that's been on my heart leading up to the Ironman I'm participating in! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Masterclass Q&A - All of Your Questions Answered!

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Here's a fun episode from the latest masterclass q & a!! Lots of questions answered! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Interview with Store Manager, Danielle, of Willapa Printing Boutique!

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Today we get a bit of a different viewpoint during the episode! We get to speak with store manager, Danielle! Enjoy!

*Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

To learn more about Michelle and her business you can visit her website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Website: www.willapaprinting.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillapaPrinting

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willapaprinting/

Interview with Boutique Owner, Melissa Monsman!

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400

A fun chat with Melissa Monsman about her journey to being a boutique owner! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

To learn more about Melissa and her store you can visit these links below!

Website: www.firstloveboutique.co

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/first.love.boutique/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1stloveboutique/

Interview with Boutique Owner, Michelle Layman!

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Learn all about one of Ciara's clients, Michelle! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

To learn more about Michelle and her business you can visit her website, Facebook, and Instagram.

Website: www.willapaprinting.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillapaPrinting

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willapaprinting/

How to get the Information Out of Your Head!

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Holiday Planning Bonus Episode 2!

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Don't forget to sign up and save your seat for the Holiday Planning Masterclass! You can do so here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com/the-holiday-planning-masterclass. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Holiday Planning Bonus Episode!

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Holiday Planning Kick Off!

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Stop Playing Store With Your Store!

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara has a heart to heart with you all about a topic that's super important about owning a boutique! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Why You May Need an Information Diet!

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara dives into the topic of an information diet and why you might need one! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

All About Social Media Engagement!

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is for those of you who are thinking, why is my engagement so low?! How do I grow it?! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

What is Profit First and Why Does it Matter?

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This episode is all about profit first!! Ciara dives into what profit first is and why it matters!

To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Get Out of Hot Mess Mentality with Time Management!

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Let's get out of hot mess mentality!! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

The Simple Approach to Self-Care as a Business Owner!

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara is reading through her ebook, The 21 Day Simple Approach to Boutique Ownership. To hear more of this ebook you can buy it here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com/offers/4h2Ckxus/checkout.*Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Interview with Coaching Client Emily Deutschman, on the Opening of her New Boutique Curly Girl Boutique!

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara interviews coaching client, Emily Deutschman, on the Opening of her New Boutique Curly Girl Boutique! Enjoy!

Curly Girl Boutique Social and Website:

Facebook: @CurlyGirlBoutiqueMN

Instagram: @CurlyGirlBoutiqueMN

Website: http://www.curlygirlboutique.com/

The Simple Approach to Scheduling!

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

The Simple Approach to Starting!

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara is reading through her ebook, The 21 Day Simple Approach to Boutique Ownership. To hear more of this ebook you can buy it here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com/offers/4h2Ckxus/checkout.

The Simple Approach to Starting Your Week Right!

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ciara is reading through her ebook, The 21 Day Simple Approach to Boutique Ownership. To hear more of this ebook you can buy it here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com/offers/4h2Ckxus/checkout.

The podcast's sponsor today is FAVES. You can learn more about FAVES here: https://thefavesapp.com.

Journey to Becoming a Boutique Owner with Sonja Kness!

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Learn all that Sonja did through her journey of becoming a boutique owner! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Website: https://boutiquebysonja.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boutiquebysonja/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoutiqueBySonja/

Adding a style box service to your boutique business with Marsha Patel!

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Learn how to add a style box service to your boutique business with Boutique Workshop member, Marsha Patel. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Small Business Interview with Boutique Owners, Sarah James and Andrea Wald

Tue, 25 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400

I chat with Boutique Workshop members about their experience in small business. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Website: https://hellosunshinemarket.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shophellosunshinemarket/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hellosunshinemarket/

Business Boutique Owner Interview with Carrie Hogg

Tue, 18 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400

I chat with Boutique Workshop member about her experience with the Profit First challenge. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.

Sisterhood Style Website: https://sisterhoodstyle.com

Sisterhood Style Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopsisterhoodstyle/

Sisterhood Style Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shopsisterhoodstyle

How to Build More Profit Without Spending More Money

Tue, 11 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Let's go through the 9 profit points! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Boutique Business Owner Interview with Megan Vanya

Tue, 04 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400

I chat with Boutique Workshop member about her experience with being a boutique business owner. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Instagram: @kinleyandmal

Website: www.shopkinleyandmal.com

FB VIP Group: Kinley & Mal VIP Group

Profit First Interview with Boutique Owner, Tanya Garrison

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Website: Miaellamarie.com

Facebook: Facebook.com/miaellamarie

Instagram: Instagram.com/miaellamarieboutique

Coach vs Mentor!

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This episode distinguishes the difference between a coach vs a mentor! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. To learn more about today's sponsor, Liz Whitehead's Simple Strategies Group, visit https://www.simplestrategiesgroup.com.

Social Selling The Easy Way

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Let's chat about Social Selling and how it can help you level up your business. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Managing Your Inventory

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 06:00:00 -0400

All about inventory - get ready! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Creating An Open To Buy (A Buying Budget!!)

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Let's dive into a buying budget! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Think Bigger About Your Business!

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Don't limit yourself when it comes to your business - think bigger! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Inventory Management

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0400

This is a good episode where you can dive deeper into identifying your core customer! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Identifying Your Core Customer With the Avatar Exercise

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500

All about finding your core customer and using the avatar exercise to help you! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Minimize Time Waste; Maximize Revenue

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Let's talk about what you can do TODAY to start maximizing your revenue and minimizing your time waste! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Let's Talk Getting to the Next Level in Your Business!

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500

We talk all about why you might not be reaching the next level in your business - listen to learn more! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

What is a Time Net Profit?

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500

We talk all things time management! I give you my best tips and tricks for being productive and efficient with my time. *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

What is a Time Budget?

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500

This episode is bit more conversational with Ciara answering her Facebook groups' questions! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Finding Your Core Customer

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500

We get right into why it's so important to visioneer your core customers! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

"Standing Strong" , a Chat with Author Alli Worthington

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Here's an amazing interview with author, speaker, and business coach Alli Worthington! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. To learn more about Alli you can visit her website: https://alliworthington.com.

Manage Your Time, Allow For More Revenue

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Today we chat about the importance of time management and how it can generate revenue! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

All About Goal Setting!

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 23:07:31 -0500

This episode is all about goal setting! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Let's Talk Profit!

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 10:08:55 -0500

This episode is all about profit! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Let's Talk Living Intentionally!

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:14:03 -0500

I wanted to quickly chat about the power and meaning behind the word, intentional! Let's dive in! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com.

Let's Talk Facebook Groups!

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 20:56:52 -0500

Learn more about Facebook groups in this engaging episode! *Please note that most of Ciara's episodes are former lives within her amazing Facebook group, The Boutique Owner's Collective. So, if you hear some chatter with an audience, that's who she is talking to! You can join the conversation by joining the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/boutiqueownerscollective/. Please send any business inquiries to hello@ciarastockeland.com. To learn more about Ciara and what she offers visit her website here: https://www.theboutiqueworkshop.com. Thanks to today's sponsor HarQuin Bookkeeping. You can learn more about them at www.boutiquebookkeeping.co/boutiqueworkshop.