Business with Beers

On this episode I discuss the Dark Side of Franchising.  Franchising has the potential to provide you with financial freedom.  It has enabled me to from my business to $45M+ and I believe it can do the same thing for you.  

BUT you need to educate yourself on how to identify the right franchise for you.  There are over 3000 franchises in the US some are absolute diamonds and many are absolute dirt.  

I walk you through the Franchise Disclosure Document and identify the crucial parts that you must understand. 

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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On this podcast I talk with Jamie Gruber, who quit his $400k/year corporate executive job and moved with my family to paradise.

Jamie discusses his journey through content creation and how it has enriched his life. I break down how social media helped me grow my business  to $45M+ annually.

Over the years, Jamie has interviewed amazing people such as Grant Cardone, Andrew Bustamonte, Evan Carmichael, Xzibit the Rapper, Ryan Serhant, and many more. 

Jamie discusses:

• The important role that content creation plays in educating people
• How content creation can grow your business
• The power of YouTube content which lives forever
• His amazing life in the Dominican Republic 

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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On this podcast, I reveal the unvarnished truth about franchising that I've learned from years of experience. Here's what you'll learn:

• The pros and cons of franchising you need to know
• Why franchising could be your fast lane to success or your biggest regret
• How to navigate the complex world of franchise fees
• Real examples of franchise success stories and cautionary tales
• Actionable steps to determine if franchising is right for you

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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On this podcast, I'm exposing one of the biggest scams in franchising that could cost you your life savings and crush your entrepreneurial dreams.

Drawing from my experience owning 33 auto repair franchises, I reveal:

• The dangerous scam some franchise professionals use to get people to buy a franchise
• 3 proven strategies to escape corporate America through franchising
• What it really takes to succeed as a franchise owner
• Real examples of franchisees who've built thriving businesses

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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On this podcast, I'm exposing a shocking $95 million franchise scam that left hundreds of customers and franchisees holding the bag. Drawing from my 15 years of experience in franchising, I reveal:

• How Anchor Tiny Homes went from $0 to $95 million in revenue in just one year
• The red flags that investors missed (or ignored)
• What happened to the 47 franchisees spread across the country
• 6 critical categories to research before investing in any franchise
• My top tips to protect yourself from potential franchise scams

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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On this podcast, I break down the essential metrics every franchise owner needs to track to ensure business health and growth. From weekly reviews to annual planning, I cover the key numbers that have helped me scale to $45M+ annually. Here's what you'll learn:

• The two most critical metrics: invoices and sales
• Four weekly metrics including Payroll % of Sales and Cash Balance
• Monthly metrics like Cost of Goods Sold % and Sales Close Rate
• Quarterly metrics including Turnover % and New Unit Pipeline
• Annual planning essentials like Employee Reviews and Debt Review
• How to use these metrics to make data-driven decisions for your franchise

If you want to better understand your franchise's performance and grow your business, this podcast is for you. It gives you a clear set of numbers to watch that can help guide your decisions.

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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I recently took a trip to Washington DC to fight for small businesses on Capitol Hill.

On this podcast, I break down the 4 biggest tax issues that could dramatically impact your cash flow and ability to grow.

These aren't just minor changes - they're issues that could cost small businesses $4 TRILLION if not addressed.

Here's what you'll learn:

• The 20% QBI deduction expiration threat
• How 100% bonus depreciation helped me grow from 6 to 33 locations
• The $24,100 per employee tax credit you might be missing
• The "joint employer" rule that could destroy franchising

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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On this podcast, I break down the 10 essential steps to buying your first franchise. As someone who's acquired over 50 franchise units, I'm sharing my proven blueprint for success. Here's what you'll learn:

• How to assess your goals, skills, and budget
• The crucial research steps to find the right franchise
• Key questions to ask franchisors and current franchisees
• How to conduct proper due diligence
• Strategies for securing financing
• Essential steps for preparing and launching your franchise

Whether you're an unhappy employee looking for a career change or an entrepreneur seeking financial freedom, this guide will give you the confidence to navigate the franchise-buying process.

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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Meet Express Employment Professionals, the largest staffing franchise in the country. 

The average franchise open more than 5 years does $6.4M in revenue!

Great opportunity for experienced B2B sales reps 

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3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

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I break down the 20 essential franchise terms you need to know before making your first investment. Understanding these terms could be the difference between success and failure in your franchise journey. 

Here's what you'll learn:

• The crucial difference between a franchisor and franchisee
• What the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is and why it's important
• How to interpret franchise fees, royalties, and start-up costs
• The significance of exclusive territories and agreement terms
• Key concepts like AUV, item 19, and local advertising

Send me a text

3 ways I can help you make money through franchising:

- Learn the basics from my weekly newsletter

- Work directly with my team to buy your first franchise

- Scale your franchise to 8-figures by joining my private community

Find me on X / Twitter, LinkedIn, & YouTube