Money Isn’t The Goal – Freedom Is
Money Isn’t The Goal – The Freedom Is
Episode Summary
In this episode of The Power of Her, Dawn Sinkule sits down with entrepreneur and financial empowerment advocate Ciara Stockeland for a conversation that goes way beyond balance sheets. They talk about what it really means to lead a business with clarity, confidence, and profit—not hustle.
Ciara shares her personal journey—from launching her first business to learning (sometimes the hard way) how to manage money in a way that feels aligned and empowering. This episode is for every woman who’s ever felt unsure about her finances or been told she “isn’t a numbers person.” Spoiler alert: you are.
Together, Dawn and Ciara unpack the truth about profit vs. revenue, managing debt without guilt, and why simplifying your strategy can help you show up more fully—in business and in life.
Key Takeaways To Tune In For
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(02:41) – Understanding Financials
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(06:50) – The Reality of Business Debt
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(12:00) – Navigating EIDL Loans
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(15:52) – The Importance of Simplification
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(30:07) – Looking Ahead: The Future of E-commerce
Resources talked about in this episode
Ciara’s Website – www.ciarastockeland.com
Ciara’s IG – IG
Digital Dawn Shopify checklist – Shopify Checklist
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