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Franchising 101 - In Their Words - Hear from New Franchise Owner - Episode 242


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🎙️ Episode 242 - Join Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, as he welcomes Eric McConaty, a Focal Point Business Coaching owner, to the Franchising 101 Podcast. In this episode of 'In Their Words,' Eric shares his inspiring journey from a senior government employee to a thriving franchise owner. Discover how Eric's military and government background provided him with a unique perspective and skill set that translated seamlessly into franchise ownership.



Episode Highlights:

  • Eric's background in military intelligence and government strategy, and how it shaped his approach to business.

  • The pivotal moment that made Eric realize his career ladder was on the wrong building and the steps he took to change direction.

  • The role of family and legacy in motivating Eric to pursue franchise ownership and become a business owner his children could look up to.

  • Why Eric chose Focal Point Business Coaching and how its culture of positivity and collaboration stood out from other franchises.

  • The importance of aligning with a franchise that resonates with your personal values and professional strengths.

  • How Eric overcame self-doubt and imposter syndrome by leveraging his leadership experience and the support network within the Focal Point franchise community.

  • The benefits of being part of a collaborative and supportive franchise network where fellow owners readily share expertise and guidance.

Memorable Quotes:

  • “I looked around the room of senior government employees and thought, 'I don’t want to be any of these people when I grow up.'”

  • “I wanted to be a dad my kids could be proud of – someone who took risks and built something on his own.”

  • “When I met with other Focal Point owners, they were the people I wanted to be when I grew up.”

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🔗 Resources & Mentions


  • Purchase “Business Bootcamp” on Amazon: https://a.co/d/3mN1jEz 

  • Focal Point Coaching website: https://focalpointcoaching.com/ 

  • Visit FranCoach.net for free franchise guidance and to book a consultation.

  • Check out Tim’s new book: "Becoming a Franchise Owner" – Now available on Amazon.

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