In this episode of Franchise Fit, Lance Graulich sits down with Don Tarinelli, Chief Development Officer of Franchise Fastlane, during IFA Week in Las Vegas.

Don shares what makes someone a strong franchise candidate, why “too entrepreneurial” can actually be a red flag, the importance of franchise validation, and what first-time business owners need to know before investing in a franchise. They also discuss Franchise Fastlane, Carpool, semi-absentee ownership, franchise resales, acquisitions, and how to choose a brand that fits your actual skill set.