Imagine going from a 9–5 job to running three barbershop franchises… without ever holding a pair of clippers. 💈 That’s the story of Ibrahim, a first-time franchisee who turned a Facebook ad into a $20K/month semi-absentee business with ManCave for Men.

In this episode of Franchise Envy, Ibrahim breaks down how he:
✅ Built his first location himself during COVID
✅ Grew to 3 profitable shops in Sarasota, FL
✅ Manages it all with just 10–15 hours a week
✅ Created a culture where barbers stay loyal
✅ Runs a barber brand without being a barber

If you think franchise success requires industry knowledge, think again. Ibrahim proves vision, trust, and systems are what really scale a brand.

📈 Ready to learn how much you can earn, how much it costs, and how to run a business without quitting your day job? This one’s a masterclass in semi-absentee franchise ownership.

🕒 TIMESTAMPS – Watch What Matters Most:
00:00 – Intro: Meet Ibrahim – 3-unit franchisee with ManCave for Men
01:28 – How a Facebook ad changed everything
02:50 – From “maybe” to “I’m all in” after one phone call
05:10 – “I’m not a barber—but I built the shop with my own hands”
07:15 – COVID, construction delays, and getting it open
09:00 – Total investment: $225K — was it worth it?
10:40 – Monthly income potential: $15K–$20K+
12:05 – How he runs all 3 locations in just 10–15 hours/week
14:15 – Building a team of barbers & what makes them stay
15:40 – “Barbers are artists. You have to treat them like it.”
18:10 – Family reaction: “A barber shop? You’re crazy!”
19:45 – Why repeat business makes this model so strong
22:30 – What makes ManCave unique in men’s grooming
25:15 – Why he’s expanding (again!)
27:00 – Mistakes new franchisees make with team culture
29:45 – Real talk: turnover, trust, and transparency
32:30 – Franchise systems, support, and building loyalty
34:20 – Ibrahim’s cornerstone of success: “Know your people. Hear them. Trust them.”

 

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