Richer Retailer -  Scaling Retail Stores Past 7 Figures

#064: 7 Things I’d Do to Build Million-Dollar Cash Flow From Scratch


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What would you do if you had to start over tomorrow with no email list, no team, and no safety net but all the wisdom you have now?

To kick off the new year, the Richer Retailer podcast is launching a brand new 5-part series exploring exactly that question: How Cathy Wagner would start over and build a million-dollar retail store from scratch.

In this first episode of the Million Dollar Store series, Cathy goes deeper into one of the most downloaded Richer Retailer episodes of all time. She breaks down the exact cash confidence system she would use to build a profitable, cash-multiplying retail business, with practical guidance on cash flow, profit-first strategies, tracking the right numbers, and creating a seasonal sales plan that truly works.

This episode isn’t about hope, hustle, or guessing. It focuses on installing the right systems early, so retailers can lead their businesses with clarity, confidence, and control no matter what the economy throws their way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • The 7 things you need to do to build million-dollar cash flow from the scratch
  • Why cash confidence is the foundation of sustainable retail growth
  • How installing Profit First from day one changes everything
  • Why knowing your profit point (not just break-even) is non-negotiable
  • The KPIs you must track weekly and monthly to stay in control
  • How a seasonal sales and profit plan puts you back in the driver’s seat
  • Key Takeaways:

    • [01:01] Installing Profit First from day one
    • [02:16] Knowing your profit point (and why break-even isn’t enough)
    • [03:56] The weekly and monthly KPIs every retailer must track
    • [06:04] Fixing leaks like the CEO you are
    • Your Millie Moment:

      • Identify how many cash-flow-positive months you had last year
      • Set a clear target for how many cash-flow-positive months you want this year
      • Review your numbers monthly so you can spot cash leaks early
      • Make decisions using facts, not hope
      • This is how you build cash confidence and think like a million-dollar retailer.

        Resources and Links:

        • Want expert guidance to become a Million Dollar Store Owner? Apply for your free Gameplan Call, where we’ll identify your growth opportunities and map out the most profitable next steps to elevate your visibility, attract the right customers, and scale with confidence.
        • Want a behind-the-scenes look at how our top clients grow profit without burning out? Our free training, Beyond Busy: 3 Shifts to Reclaim Your Time and Boost Store Income, walks you through the exact method we use in our Profit Club, focusing on your role as CEO, CIO, and CFO to grow a business that’s both profitable and sustainable.
        • Follow us on social media for more updates! Facebook / Instagram
        • Join the community with ambitious store owners in our Richer Retailer Facebook Group

          💚 Remember: You don’t need to have everything figured out to be a great retailer. What you do need is the willingness to look at your numbers, face the truth with courage, and lead your business intentionally. Cash confidence isn’t about control, it’s about freedom. And step by step, decision by decision, you are building a business that supports you, not the other way around. You are more capable than you think and you’re not doing this alone.

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