The Inventory Genius Podcast
Entrepreneurship
Looking for a business mentor with decades of experience in business ownership, inventory and cash flow management, and client coaching? Get started with Ciara Stockeland’s Inventory Genius podcast. As a Fractional CFO and Profit Strategist, Ciara specializes in breaking complex business topics into bite-sized, actionable steps you can implement today. Tune in, get inspired, and learn from Ciara and her range of incredible guests. Discover why thousands of products-based businesses owners turn to Ciara for guidance on inventory management, debt reduction, e-commerce strategies, financial strategy, business growth, retail profitability, and more. Whether you’re a new business owner or a long-time entrepreneur, each episode with give you nuggets of information, insights and strategies you can start implementing now. For business inquiries please email: hello@ciarastockeland.com.
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Looking for a business mentor with decades of experience in business ownership, inventory and cash flow management, and client coaching? Get started with Ciara Stockeland’s Inventory Genius podcast. As a Fractional CFO and Profit Strategist, Ciara specializes in breaking complex business topics into bite-sized, actionable steps you can implement today. Tune in, get inspired, and learn from Ciara and her range of incredible guests. Discover why thousands of products-based businesses owners turn to Ciara for guidance on inventory management, debt reduction, e-commerce strategies, financial strategy, business growth, retail profitability, and more. Whether you’re a new business owner or a long-time entrepreneur, each episode with give you nuggets of information, insights and strategies you can start implementing now. For business inquiries please email: hello@ciarastockeland.com.
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English
Episodes
#224: What the Winners Have in Common
3/11/2025
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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Duration:00:11:38
#223: Inventory Genius Masterclass Day 1 Replay
3/4/2025
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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Duration:00:55:19
#222: How Custom Branding Can Elevate Your Brand
2/25/2025
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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Duration:00:15:22
#221: I Am Paying Off My Debt! Interview with Clarissa Peterson
2/18/2025
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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Duration:00:12:14
#220: The Inventory Genius Framework
2/11/2025
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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Duration:00:18:44
#219: Listen In To This Week's Coaching Call
2/4/2025
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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Duration:00:43:37
#218: How to Deal with Business Copycats
1/28/2025
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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Duration:00:18:18
#217: Let's Talk to Shopify Expert, Melissa Gikas
1/21/2025
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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Duration:00:18:46
#216: How Marcki Paid off Debt in Less Than 3 Months with the Inventory Genius Framework
1/14/2025
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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Duration:00:12:17
#215: 3 Things Successful People Need to Concentrate On in 2025
1/7/2025
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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Duration:00:11:03
#214: There is Hope for Your Business in 2025
12/31/2024
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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Duration:00:15:07
#213: Live Coaching: Knowing Your Numbers As a Maker
12/24/2024
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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Duration:00:16:05
#212: Live Coaching: How Do I Use an Open To Buy
12/17/2024
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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Duration:00:11:12
#211: The Difference Between Cash and Accrual Accounting, Interview with Jacob Curtis
12/10/2024
Jacob Curtis is a CPA who is a part of the Profit First network. Today, I'm talking with Jacob about bookkeeping for inventory based businesses and accrual versus cash accounting. Let's dive into the numbers!
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Duration:00:23:17
#210: How to Use Your Holiday Cash to Make More Money in 2025
12/3/2024
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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Duration:00:08:59
#209: Why to Expect an ROI on Everything - 2024 Review
11/26/2024
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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Duration:00:31:16
#208: Ask Ciara LIVE
11/19/2024
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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Duration:00:27:25
#207: Budgeting and Planning for 2025
11/5/2024
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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Duration:00:40:43
#206: The Conversion Formula, Interview with Michael Barbarita
11/5/2024
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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Duration:00:36:22
#205: Don't Give Up
10/29/2024
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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Duration:00:07:39