Richer Retailer - Scaling Retail Stores Past 7 Figures
Are you lying awake at night, wondering how your store will make it through another month? Do you remember the excitement you felt when you first opened your doors, only to now find yourself drowning in inventory decisions and cash flow worries? Team? Family? You’re not alone. As a mom and store owner who nearly lost everything – twice – I intimately understand the weight of these struggles. Those sleepless nights and constant stress almost made me walk away from my retail dreams entirely. But here’s the truth that changed everything: retail success isn’t about working harder; it’s about working smarter with proven systems that actually work. The Richer Retailer Podcast is your weekly guide to mastering the three pillars that revolutionize independent retail businesses: strategic inventory management, sustainable cash flow systems, and transformative leadership skills. Ready to become richer? Not just in profits, but in time and freedom too? Join our vibrant community of ambitious retailers who are done with just surviving – they’re ready to thrive.
Episodes

Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Fear and discomfort are natural parts of a growth mindset, but they don’t have to hold you back.
In Part 2 of this series, RETAILMavens founder Cathy Donovan Wagner dives into the power of overcoming fear head-on and embracing discomfort to drive business transformation.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How fear of failure can become your biggest bottleneck and how to break through it.
Why embracing discomfort is essential for small business growth.
Practical questions to identify what’s holding you back and how to apply positive thinking to move forward.
Key Moments
[04:01] The messy but real impact of fear on growth mindset.
[12:01] Recognizing common fears like fear of failure, rejection, and disapproval.
[14:08] A powerful takeaway inspired by Marianne Williamson.
Resources & Links
Limitless Podcast - Cathy’s inspiration to make a podcast
Check out this blog post on how the right retail systems can fuel your business growth!
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Listener Action Steps
Never miss a moment, subscribe to Richer Retailer on your favorite podcast platform!
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Millie Moment
Spend time in that discomfort, face your fears, and watch your business and confidence soar. Happy retailing! Join us next time for Part 3!

Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “My store can’t support me,” this is your episode.
In this episode, you’ll learn how to embrace change by rewiring your business mindset, tackling Automatic Negative Thoughts to turn doubt into action.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Why a growth mindset is essential for retail success.
How to identify and replace Automatic Negative Thoughts.
The power of the thought ladder to transform limiting beliefs and create a lasting mindset shift.
How developing a CEO mindset helps overcome retail challenges and fosters small business growth.
Key Moments
[01:40] Why retail challenges feel harder than ever and what you can control.
[04:05] Growth mindset vs. fixed mindset: Which one’s holding you back?
[07:29] Using the thought ladder to shift from “I can’t” to “I’ve got this!”
Resources & Links
Ready to coach up? If you’re already at 6 figures and ready to scale up to 7 figures, watch our free class: 3 Steps to Maximize Profit & Reduce Overwhelm.
If you’re newer and not there just yet, watch: How to Increase Your Sales So You Can Consistently Pay Yourself & Your Staff.
Together, we'll help you build the small business growth you’ve always dreamed of – one that lets you sleep better at night knowing your retail strategy is working.
Need a reminder of why it’s worth pushing through your fear? Check out this blog post on overcoming self-doubt!
Follow us on social media for more updates! Facebook / Instagram
Have questions? Reach out via email!
Listener Action Steps
Never miss a moment, subscribe to Richer Retailer on your favorite podcast platform!
Loved this episode? Leave us a 5-star review to help more retailers find us!
Join the community with ambitious store owners in our Richer Retailer Facebook Group
Millie Moment
The key to handling expansion is learning to navigate discomfort with ease. This week, your challenge is to identify your biggest Automatic Negative Thought, your “ANT,” and swap it out using the thought ladder. Just take one step up at a time. You’ve got this! Cultivating a retail resilience mindset and applying mindset coaching techniques will help build your confidence in business.

Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
From sleepless nights to thriving success, retail expert Cathy Donovan Wagner shares her journey from an accidental retailer to a richer retailer. If you’ve ever struggled with inventory management, cash flow management, or sleepless nights, you’re not alone! In this episode, Cathy reveals the pivotal moments, tough lessons, and proven scientific retail strategies that transformed her retail business and how they can help you align your store with your life, profits, and dreams.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The power of knowing your numbers and managing inventory management effectively.
How hiring a coach changed Cathy’s business growth strategies forever.
Why your store should serve your life, not the other way around, and how to achieve work-life balance.
Key Moments
[01:30] Cathy’s journey from an accidental retailer to a richer retailer.
[08:20] How retail coaching brought Cathy direction and growth.
[10:55] Cathy’s mission to empower women retailers like you through entrepreneurial mindset and profit maximization.
Resources & Links
Ready to coach up? If you’re already at 6 figures and ready to scale up to 7 figures, watch our free class: 3 Steps to Maximize Profit & Reduce Overwhelm.
If you’re newer and not there just yet, watch: How to Increase Your Sales So You Can Consistently Pay Yourself & Your Staff.
Wondering what action to take first? Read this blog post!
Follow us on social media for more updates! Facebook / Instagram
Have questions? Reach out via email!
Listener Action Steps
Never miss a moment, subscribe to Richer Retailer on your favorite podcast platform!
Loved this episode? Leave us a 5-star review to help more retailers find us!
Join the community with ambitious store owners in our Richer Retailer Facebook Group.
Remember, every challenge you face is just another step toward the thriving, fulfilling retail business you deserve. Keep believing, keep growing, and know that you’re never alone on this journey, we're cheering you on every step of the way!

Richer Retailer
Through this podcast, and all our content, we are guided by three core methods: the Sales Breakthrough System to strengthen retail foundations, the Profit Roadmap to empower store owners as CEOs, and the Profit First method to ensure lasting profitability. These proven systems are our North Star as we inspire and educate store owners to think bigger, dream bolder, and work smarter.