Double Your Retail Business in 1 Year with Sarah Victory – Part 1

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When I started RETAILMavens, I had one dream, to help store owners like you create a retail business that doesn’t just survive but thrives.

In this episode of Richer Retailer, I had such an inspiring chat with my dear friend and success coach Sarah Victory, who’s known for helping entrepreneurs achieve the “impossible.” Together, we talked about what it really takes to experience massive business growth, the kind that feels a little bit like magic.

Let’s dive into some of my biggest takeaways from our conversation.

Magical Thinking is a Mindset Shift

When Sarah first said “magical thinking,” I laughed because retailers tend to be so practical. But she made me see it differently.

Magical thinking isn’t about wishing for miracles, it’s about believing in possibilities beyond what seems realistic.

Here’s what that means in action:

  • Dream without limits. Say “What if I could double my retail business this year?”
  • Let go of how it’s going to happen. When you know your what, the how unfolds naturally.
  • Stay curious. Magic thrives when your mind stays open.

The takeaway: Growth begins the moment you stop letting logic limit your imagination.

Watch the Full Episode Here: 

Big Goals Create Big Results

If your numbers haven’t changed much lately, your goals might be too small.

Business growth doesn’t come from playing it safe, it comes from setting a goal that excites and scares you at the same time.

Here’s what I’ve learned:

  • Write it down. Clarity gives your goals power.
  • Visualize success. See yourself running that thriving retail business before it happens.
  • Take imperfect action. Waiting for “ready” delays your results.

Every great success story starts with someone saying, “Let’s see what happens if I just try.”

Build Strong Support Systems

Entrepreneurship can feel lonely especially when you’re the one juggling all the decisions. That’s why Sarah and I both believe in building strong support systems around you.

The truth is, no one succeeds alone. The most powerful entrepreneurs create networks of power partners, people who encourage, challenge, and celebrate them.

Who might that be for you?

  • Another retailer who shares your values.
  • A coach or mentor who helps you stay accountable.
  • A friend outside of retail who gives a fresh perspective.

The takeaway: Your circle determines your ceiling. Surround yourself with people who lift you higher.

Protect Your Dreams

Sarah said something that stopped me in my tracks:

“Don’t share your dreams with people who won’t understand them.”

That hit home. Not everyone will see your vision and that’s okay.

  • Protect your energy.
  • Nurture your belief.
  • Share your dream only with those who speak life into it.

Your dreams for your retail business are precious, treat them that way.

Know Your Value Proposition

To double your retail business, you have to know what makes you stand out. Your value proposition is your secret power, the reason customers choose you.

Ask yourself:

  • Why do people come to my store instead of another?
  • What do my best customers value most about the experience I create?
  • How can I communicate that value clearly and consistently?

When you’re rooted in your value, every marketing move becomes stronger and your customers feel it too.

Listen to the Full Episode here: 

Millie Moment: Your Action Plan for a Magical Year

Here’s your action plan to start creating your own kind of magic this week:

  1. Write down one bold goal for your retail business, something that feels a little impossible.
  2. Share it with one power partner who will cheer you on and help you stay accountable.
  3. Take one small step toward it today, whether that’s scheduling a planning session, reaching out for help, or reworking your display to match your new vision.
  4. Protect your energy. Say no to anything (or anyone) that doesn’t align with where you’re going.
  5. Reflect weekly. Ask yourself: “What worked? What magic showed up when I stayed open?”

Because when belief meets action, that’s where the real transformation begins. 

Resources & Links

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💚 Remember: Every dream starts as a tiny spark, an idea that whispers, “What if?” Don’t rush it or shrink it down to fit what feels safe. Let it grow. Nurture it. Speak life into it every single day.

Because when you stay open, keep showing up, and believe in what’s possible… that spark turns into something extraordinary. You don’t have to know the how, you just need to know what you want and then share that dream with others, and the how somehow appears along the way. Your retail business is the vessel for that magic and it all begins with your belief.