#028: The 3 Biggest Obstacles to Growth (and the Mindset Strategies to Beat Them)

Ever feel like you’re always a step behind, despite having great systems, a solid team, and real passion for your store?

In this powerful and personal episode, Cathy answers a heartfelt question from retailer, Linda, who asked how to "push her business to the next level.” The answer? Stop pushing. Start flowing.

This episode dives deep into the obstacles and structures that keep independent retailers stuck in survival mode, and how a few key shifts in mindset and strategy can unlock the business growth, profit, and cash flow you've been craving.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why gratitude is the foundation of the “Millie Mindset”
• The real reason your cash flow and profits are tight (and how to fix it)
• What’s clogging your business faucet—and how to clear it for good

Key Takeaways:

• [04:39] Understanding the Mindset of a Successful Retailer
• [07:36] Removing Obstacles for Business Growth
• [10:43] Structuring Your Business for Profitability
• [13:36] Marketing Strategies for Retail Success

Resources Mentioned:

•  Book: Profit First by Mike Michalowicz - If you need help implementing Profit First in your retail store, that’s what we do inside our Profit Club program! Apply for it here.
• Learn how to scale your retail business with our free training: Beyond Busy: 3 shifts to reclaim your time and boost store income.
• Want help removing obstacles? Apply for your Gameplan Call here. If Profit Club isn’t the right fit right now, the application will guide you to a program that is, so you have nothing to lose by applying—because there’s always a next level, and we’ll help you get there.

Millie Moment:

Ask yourself: What’s really clogging the flow in your business? Then, just like Cathy’s bathroom faucet, REMOVE IT. You don’t need to grind more. You need to grow smarter.

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Business growth isn’t about burning out, it’s about clearing the way so what’s meant for you can Flow in. You’re not broken. You’re just one mindset shift away from your next level. And you don’t have to figure it out alone. 💚