How Do I Make More Profit?

Retail Expert Cathy Donovan Wagner is mid-twirl, eyes closed, looking peaceful and relaxed because her business is making more profit

Every week, store owners in our community ask a different version of the same question: How do I make more profit? It’s a question that often comes with an equal measure of aspiration… and frustration. A More Profit Mindset Now, before you rush to cash management strategies – action steps to take, there’s a crucial mindset shift you must make … Read More

Profiting in the Retail Off-Season

retail off-season

How can you make sure you’re profiting in the retail off-season? This was a great question I received in our retail community recently, and I know many of you can relate. First things first—profitability is the goal, no matter the season. However, in a retail off-season, cash flow can take a dip, even if your business is profitable. So, let’s … Read More

3 Steps to Budget for Retail Profits

I’m about to share 3 steps to budget for retail profits – a crucial topic inspired by a question from our retail community: How do I create a strategic budget to maximize profits in my retail business? As the CEO of your retail business – you HAVE to know your numbers. I’m going to say that again: You don’t have … Read More

Where Should the Money Go – Calm the Cash Flow Chaos

Where should the money go - Calm the cash flow chaos

Have you been feeling the cash flow chaos lately? In a recent Q&A session, a retail store owner in our retail community asked a great question: Where should the money go? Allocating your sales consistently across profit, inventory, payroll, and other crucial areas seems like an unattainable goal, leading to a frustrating cycle of financial inconsistency or put more simply: … Read More