Want to Scale Your Retail Business? Fix This First

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Trying to Scale While in the Red? Start Here. If you’ve ever thought, “How can I scale my retail store when I’m barely making ends meet?” this one’s for you. Because I’ve been there. I’ve stared at the numbers, wanted more for my store, and felt stuck wondering if growth would ever happen. But here’s the thing I had to … Read More

Top Tip for Managing Money In & Money Out

Managing Money In & Money Out

Managing money – the constant juggle of incoming revenue, paying bills, and ordering new inventory, can feel like an impossible task for store owners. Without a plan, it’s easy to get overwhelmed – and let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. That’s exactly why I love the Profit First method. It’s not just another bookkeeping system; it’s a game-changing framework … Read More

How Do I Get Operating Expenses Under Control?

Operating Expenses

Operating expenses can be the bane of any retail store owner’s existence. They creep up on you, and before you know it, they’re eating away at your profits. If you’ve found yourself asking, “How do I get my operating expenses under control?” you’re not alone. Let’s break down some strategies for tackling the biggest expense categories so you can regain … Read More

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