Franchising 101

Welcome to Franchising 101, your one-stop-shop for all things franchising! This week we are joined by one of our 500+ franchise partners to talk about their brand, a very unique service that does the work and sells itself, and what it is like to be an owner both receiving the benefits of a dialed-in franchise blueprint and being at the forefront of an emerging brand.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:07 - About Cory and his background in franchising with a very popular brand

2:30 - About Perspire Sauna Studio, their services, and the customer experience

5:03 - The opportunity available with Perspire as an emerging franchise

9:13 - What they look for in an owner

11:16 - The support provided to owners

13:59 - The staffing model

18:51 - 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.

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Welcome to Franchising 101, your one-stop-shop for all things franchising! This week we are joined by Liane Caruso from Entrepreneur.com to discuss new and emerging franchises, what they are, who they are good for and why, as well as the Entrepreneur Magazine 2022 Ranking of the Top New & Emerging Franchises. Entrepreneur Magazine, in case you didn’t already know, is another amazing resource for franchising information and for future franchise owners. We are thrilled to welcome Liane back to the show.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

2:11 - What’s new at Entrepreneur Magazine

4:47 - What is the 2022 Top New & Emerging Franchises Ranking?

9:55 - Current trends in emerging franchises

12:05 - How attainable is an emerging franchise for a new owner?

13:51 - Advantages and disadvantages of being an early adopter with an emerging franchise

21:23 - Entrepreneur Magazine as a thought leader and resource and what is on the horizon for them

28:11 - How to get involved with Entrepreneur Magazine and 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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On today’s episode, we get to talk to a franchise group in a booming industry with 10 amazing brands under their umbrella. We will learn about the individual brands themselves and the benefits of being with a huge infrastructure.

Interested in franchise ownership? Schedule a call with FranCoach!

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

2:08 - Lance Freeman’s background and how he stumbled into franchising

7:25 - A rundown of all 10 brands

15:46 - The myth that in-person fitness businesses are going by the wayside

21:36 - The Xponential owner model

25:37 - The passionate staff and managing your team as an owner

29:06 - The infrastructure and support available to owners from marketing and hiring to real estate

36:37 - How the Xponential Fitness and the industry at large performed during recession and pandemic and downturns

39:44 Closing and how to get in touch with FranCoach

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

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

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YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Do you dream of owning your own business but feel like it is too far out of reach? Maybe you think you don’t have the funds or even the energy to be an owner? Well, we are here to tell you that franchise ownership is significantly more attainable than most people realize. In this episode of Franchising 101, we will debunk some of the most common myths and misperceptions about franchise ownership that might be keeping you from taking your next steps in creating the life of your dreams.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro and who is FranCoach?

2:17 - Money Myth - Do you have to have a lot of money to own a franchise?

6:59 - Industry Myth - Am I limited to my previous industry experience?

8:04 - Full-time Myth - Will I be working 80+ per week as an owner?

14:50 =- 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.

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

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YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Would you like to make a full year’s income in only part of that time? Would you like to take time off during the holidays? Even though the idea of a seasonal business might seem a little scary at first, there are definitely benefits. Joining us on the podcast this week is one of our franchise partners, Stephanie Ruby with Mosquito Hunters. In this conversation, we take a deep dive into what makes this franchise so awesome as well as what it means to own a seasonal business.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:51 About Stephane and her background in franchising

5:31  About Mosquito Hunters, who they are, what they do, and who their customers are

12:54 What the owner’s role looks like

16:14 The real benefits of owning a seasonal business

21:13 The incredible franchise support offered in the areas of marketing and more

27:34 The culture and what makes Mosquito Hunters unique and fun

30:14 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]

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YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

We are incredibly excited to welcome Ray Titus, CEO of United Franchise Group, to the show this week. Ray has decades of experience in franchising and in this conversation he and FranCoach’s CEO, Tim Parmeter, take a deep dive into the history of franchising, where Ray sees the industry going in the next decade, and his company that is made up of ten different franchise brands.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:50 - About Ray and his background in franchising that goes back to the 1970’s

6:14 - About United Franchise Group, their award-winning brands and franchise development services

17:55 - What makes a great franchise owner

22:26 - Titus Center for Franchising, a unique franchising school

30:47 - How to learn more and contact 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]

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Do you have to be working full-time as an owner in order to own a franchise? What if you're not in a position to do that? The short answer is, no! You don’t necessarily have to be full-time as a franchise owner. In this episode of Franchising 101, we take a look at what a Semi-Absentee owner is, the benefits, and what that role can look like.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

1:31 - What is a semi-absentee owner

3:30 - Different ways this role can look

7:02 - The passive investment perspective

10:37 - Franchise ownership is more accessible than you think

11:42 - Closing and action steps you can take right now

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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There are two words that our clients will sometimes use once we get to the point in our process we call the Discovery Process. This is the point at which they have been connected to franchisors and they start the vetting process. Challenges and concerns can sound somewhat negative, but are they really? In this episode, we are going to unpack and explore what these moments and these words actually mean and how they play an important part in the process of becoming a franchise owner.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

2:18  - Who is FranCoach?

3:33 - Concerns, why they might be a good thing, and how to address them for a positive outcome

6:05 - How the FranCoach Discovery Process addresses concerns

10:36 - Challenges and the support already in place for franchisees

17:40 - Closing and action steps you can take right now

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

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There is no need to be overwhelmed by marketing! It’s easier than you think, especially within franchising AND with the right people on your team.

Joining the show today is Danielle Wright, founder and CEO of Create A Shift, a company that helps you expand your business with proven tools and techniques that will get you to the next level.

Danielle has over 14+ years of experience in the world of franchising and shares her insights and tips in an actionable and easy to understand way. By the end of this episode you will feel both informed and inspired!

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

0:52  - Interview begins

1:51 - About Create A Shift, when it was founded and what they do

6:56 - How to expand on and maximize the marketing support already provided by a franchisor 14:20 - Examples of marketing tools and strategies that are proven to be successful

23:12 - Timely advice for somebody looking into owning a franchise for the first time

28:21 - Closing and action steps you can take right now

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.

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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YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC1GtG31hWoecEONdScIJOsQ

Freshly back from the 2022 International Franchise Association (IFA) Convention, FranCoach Founder and CEO, Tim Parmeter shares his experience and reflections from the event including where the industry as a whole is today, current trends in franchising, and what basketball legend, Shaquille O'neal has to do with all of it.

Episode Highlights:

0:00 - Intro

0:56 - About the IFA Conference

2:10 - A very cool guest speaker at the conference

3:56 - Why you don’t need to be afraid of changing your industry when you get into franchising

6:42 - How and why the franchise industry as a whole is booming right now

9:27 - The pandemic and subsequent paradigm shift

13:27 - More thoughts and experiences of the conference

14:17 - What to do if you are you ready for something different in your life

19:09  - Closing

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