Franchising 101

Are you where you want to be right now professionally, personally, and financially? What about retirement?

Here at FranCoach, we are rolling into 2023 feeling very inspired and we can’t wait to help with your New Year's resolutions and goals for 2023. Listen in as FranCoach Founder and CEO, Tim Parmeter, shares how exactly FranCoach can help you with your better tomorrow and what we are looking forward to in 2023.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

4:02 - The #1 reason people become franchise owners

6:34 - who should call FranCoach and when should you call

9:43 - What’s new coming to FranCoach and the podcast in 2023

13:12 - How to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

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This week on Franchising 101 we are taking a look at some of the best moments from the podcast in 2022. Thank you to all of our listeners and franchise partners for another incredible year!

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:19 - Best of “In Their Words”

16:15 - 2022 Franchise Partners

18:16 - Best of “Franchising FAQs”

29:16 - How to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

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This week on Franchising 101, we are very happy to introduce to you an integral member of the FranCoach team, Katie Lepper. Some of you may have already spoken with Katie as you are going through the FranCoach process. And if not, we certainly hope you do soon! Katie's passion for people and for franchising is infectious and her genuine warmth and caring nature really makes her a fantastic coach.

In their conversation FranCoach founder and CEO Tim Parmter talks with Katie about how and why she became interested in franchising and working for FranCoach as well as some of the things she absolutely loves about the industry and her best advice for those who are interested in franchising themselves.

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

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This week on Franchising 101, FranCoach Founder & CEO, Tim Parmeter, answers questions submitted by listeners about becoming a franchise owner: What is the role of the owner? What can that look like? Are there any skills required?

Listen in as he reviews some questions you should ask yourself as an owner and how the Francoach process helps you through the process of finding the right franchise for you to own.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:13 - Who is FranCoach?

1:54 - FranCoach Process

3:33 - Questions you should ask yourself as an owner

14:15 - Does industry experience matter?

16:41 - Skill required and what all franchises are looking for in their owners

19:11 - How to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Today on the Franchising 101 podcast we are talking with another one of our 600+ franchise partners about their brand which is an exciting and emerging home service brand that caters to both residential and commercial customers and has undeniable branding.

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://francoach.net/

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:19 - Interview begins

2:38 - About Willie and how he got into franchising and Dumpster Dudez

7:57 - Services and customers

11:00 - What they look for in an owner

13:44 - Marketing support and approach

20:11 - Startup equipment package

24:11 - The nature of the dumpster business

27:14 - The team and culture

32:26 - Closing and how to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow. https://francoach.net/

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Welcome back! This week on Franchising 101 we have another one of our 600+ franchise partners here to talk about their brand. This one is a truly unique product line and service with a huge opportunity to expand into a very large and lucrative market. Listen in!

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://francoach.net/

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:23 - Interview begins

2:00 - About Courtney Harmon and how she got into franchising

6:31 - About Softroc, the company, the product, and the customers

10:00 - The business model

11:01 - The role of the owner

11:56 - Space and inventory needed to get started

14:04 - Beyond residential business

17:40 - The support in place for owners

19:58 - Who they’re looking for as owners

24:58 - Closing and how to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow. https://francoach.net/

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Today we are taking a moment to give thanks to everything there is to be thankful for as a business owner in the franchising industry… which is a lot! The biggest thing I am thankful for is also a really common theme with the clients we talk to and that is having control over the lifestyle that we lead.

Plus, I welcome 2 very special guests to the show. If you are looking for more control over your lifestyle, Schedule a call with one of our coaches to see if franchise ownership is for you.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Today on Franchising 101 we have three very special guests who are all veterans and FranCoach partners. After realizing that they had something totally different, with an amazing tech platform, open space basically everywhere in the country, and fantastic opportunity for scalability they knew they had to make it a franchise.

Listen in as they share the incredible story of how they conceptualized, designed, and operated their business from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan and what makes their business such an exciting new franchise.

We at FranCoach would also like to humbly thank all of our veterans for your service.

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://francoach.net/

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:33 - Interview begins

2:21 - Why auto detailing?

7:22 - How the company was founded from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan

16:07 - Tech-enabled with a mobile app

20:43 - What they look for in an owner and the semi-absentee option

25:58 - Becoming a new emerging franchise

31:25 - The benefits of franchising in the service industry

36:30 - Closing and how to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow. https://francoach.net/

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

This week on Franchising 101, FranCoach Founder & CEO, Tim Parmeter, answers another frequently asked question about becoming a franchise owner: What are my different funding options? Listen in as he reviews the commons funding sources and strategies and the pros and cons of each.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

2:02 - Who is FranCoach?

2:37 - Funding basics

3:51 - SBA (Small Business Administration) loans

10:13 -  ROBS (Rollover for Business Start Ups)

13:11 - Additional options and considerations

19:10 - How to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG

Welcome to Franchising 101, your one-stop-shop for all things franchising! On this episode, FranCoach Founder & CEO, Tim Parmeter, answers a frequently asked question: What happens towards the end of the process after you sign the franchise agreement and what is the timeline to get open.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:20 - Who is FranCoach?

1:49 - Taking time to celebrate

3:10 - Timeline to open for retail businesses and factors to consider

10:22 - Timeline to open for non-retail

14:59 - Stretching out or speeding up the process between signing the FA and opening

20:17 - How to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! FranCoach is connected with over 500 franchises and we walk you through the process of finding the perfect franchise for you. Our services are always free and we commit ourselves to helping you find your better tomorrow.

If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference in getting our message out to more people who can use it.

Sign up for our email newsletter at FranCoach.net

Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact us at [email protected]

Follow FranCoach:

Twitter: twitter.com/FranCoach4U

Facebook: facebook.com/francoach4u/

YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ