Ang & Rob Rants

After wrapping up a rockstar roundtable about performance groups with a number of amazing franchisors, Angela Cote and Robert Bruski talk a bit about the foundations of a performance group.   

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Coaching often seems a little mystical to those that aren't in it. But there are some tangible functions that a coach serves. Especially in franchising. It's not just about checking in and making sure everyone is happy. It's about getting results. Angela Cote and Robert Bruski break this down for their viewers today.  

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Franchise Business Coaches are, arguably, the most important role that a franchisor can have within his/her system. Their job is important and their impacts can be tremendous. Angela Cote and Robert Bruski chat about the effects that the FBC Roundtables have been having on the franchising ecosystem.   

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Angela Cote and Robert Bruski take on a very important topic in this week's episode. That is the concept of "Franchise-in-a-Box" pitches. Oftentimes emerging franchisors will hear about these opportunities and unfortunately end up losing a lot more than just their money. Heed the warning!  

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Coming up with new marketing ideas doesn't always have to consist of some massive stunt. You can find new marketing channels and get creative simply by interacting and collaborating with other individuals. Angela Cote and Robert Bruski discuss how the AC Marketing Roundtables have been a massive driver of marketing growth for those involved.  

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After wrapping up the closing Keynote at the Canadian Franchise Associations Elevate & Empower Conference about female leadership, Angela Cote dives into some fantastic traits of leadership with Robert Bruski, especially during uncertain times.   

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Building a meaningful connection with your team is one of the most important things a leader can do in order to retain great staff as well as attract new staff. Vulnerability isn't just a buzzword, but a tool for leaders to lead - assuming it is genuine. Angela Cote and Robert Bruski discuss exactly that in this week's episode.

Franchisors and Franchisees may stumble upon the dreaded hurdle of trying to find staff in a market where the selection may be limited or non-existent. This is no easy feat to overcome at all but there are few tips that can be applied to attracting staff and keeping the crew you already have as well. Angela Cote and Robert Bruski unwrap this gift!

Have you ever felt like that, as an emerging franchisor, when you move out of operating a business and into beginning to franchise there is a little bit of self-doubt (or maybe a lot)? Well, you're not alone. There are reasons behind this. Knowing those reasons may help you avoid that, or break out of the cycle completely. Join Angela Cote and Robert Bruski as they discuss this topic.  

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So what's the deal with cold calling these days? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? Is it old school or still acceptable? Does it work? Well, there is a lot that goes into these questions. Angela Cote and Robert Bruski try and tackle some of them in this episode. Check it out!  

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