Jerry Akers Archives - Pillars of Franchising

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Broadcast Date: February 10th, 2022

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

This week we speak to Jeff Schonberg of Supporting Strategies to learn about this opportunity. A provider of outsourcing for bookkeepers and controllers for growing businesses, this is an interesting model in the support services genre.

For our mentors, Jerry Akers will discuss “Meeting Your New Business Partners,” David Kagjanich updates us on his progress with The Joint Chiropractic, Karen Kimsey-Sward talks hiring and Laura Liss focuses on the FDD requirement of shared marketing. It’s a jam-packed show this week – so don’t miss it!

As usual, join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

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Jeff Schonberg, Director of Franchise Development, Supporting Strategies

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

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Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

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Elizabeth Denham – Co-Host and CCO of Pillars of Franchising, Pubisher of POF Magazine

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Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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Broadcast Date: February 3, 2022

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

Nancy Friedman is known as “The Telephone Doctor” for a reason – she knows customer service. She works with many franchise brands on improving communication and customer service to elevate the customer experience to the next level. Nancy will address:

What are the 3 most powerful words for a new franchisee?

Nancy Friedman, The Telephone Doctor, and a former franchisor will share the 3 most powerful words to use in onboarding with your new franchisees. She’s betting it’s not stressed enough. Nancy learned a lot by failing and now helps companies communicate better with their customers and coworkers. She will be sharing ideas, tips, skills, and techniques that will help you and your franchisees for years to come.

Down to earth, you’ll hear the real deal. Nancy is a 2-time IFA conference speaker who has also hosted 2 of the popular Roundtables at IFA conferences. Bringing her humor into play, Nancy brings fun into the serious topic of customer service and communication skills. Born and raised in Chicago, IL, the Telephone Doctor and her family now live in St. Louis, MO. Her son David, and daughter Linda, now head up www.serviceksills.com, their unique, boutique, online eLearning platform. Nancy is still delivering her popular Zoom programs to many companies and franchises. Her recent Zoom keynote program for the Glass Guru annual conference received RAVE reviews from top management as well as the franchisees. COVID may have stopped her travels; however, not her common sense customer service and communication skills for you and your franchise.

Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

On the Million Dollar Mentor Segment this week Kristin Selmeczy will give another million dollar mentor tip that has driven success.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

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Nancy Friedman

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Elizabeth Denham – Co-Host and CCO of Pillars of Franchising, Pubisher of POF Magazine

LinkedIn

Twitter

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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Broadcast Date: January 27, 2021

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

This week, Jerry Akers talks about preparing for the hunt for your franchise business while Karen Kimsey-Sward continues her segment on leadership by addressing the importance of feedback. David Kagjanich updates us on his Journey with The Joint, and as usual, you will find host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Elizabeth Denham – Co-Host and CCO of Pillars of Franchising, Pubisher of POF Magazine

LinkedIn

Twitter

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

Shannon Swenson knows that it is ALWAYS a good time to buy a franchise, as our Million Dollar Mentor, Jerry Akers likes to say. She has sold 600 commitments in the last two years despite a pandemic and economic uncertainty. Tune in today to learn how Shannon kept things moving and kept positive energy flowing for Dave’s Hot Chicken.

Also this week, Jerry continues his lessons from his book. This week focuses on the tempo effect. Karen Kimsey-Sward continues her series on building business leaders. Join host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as she discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

On the Million Dollar Mentor Segment this week Kristin Selmeczy will give another million dollar mentor tip that has driven success.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

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Shannon Swenson, VP Franchise Development, Dave’s Hot Chicken

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Elizabeth Denham – Co-Host and CCO of Pillars of Franchising, Pubisher of POF Magazine

LinkedIn

Twitter

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

The post Dave’s Hot Chicken on Fire with 600 New Locations in Two Years appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.

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Broadcast Date: January 13th, 2022

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

WNBA Jackie Stiles powers into franchising is a legend on the basketball court as all-time leading scorer in NCAA division one basketball history with 3,393 points. She remains the only woman to score more than 1,000 points in a single season. After playing, she coached for a few years and then started her own training business and is now on to a new adventure. Known for her fierce training regimen, she is taking her knowledge and love of fitness into franchising as a NextGen Fitness franchisee. Join us to learn how her training on the court translates to her new endeavor as a business owner.

This week, Million Dollar Mentor Jerry Akers continues his series on Live it to Win it with a segment called, “What’s your story?  What is driving you to consider Franchising or just owning your own business?”

David Kajganich keeps us posted on his second round as a franchisee for the Joint Chiropractic, and in our Mentor Minute, Karen Kimsey-Sward adds her weekly tip.

Don’t forget to join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Jackie Stiles, Owner/Operator, NexGen Fitness

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Elizabeth Denham – Co-Host and CCO of Pillars of Franchising, Pubisher of POF Magazine

LinkedIn

Twitter

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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Broadcast Date: January 6th, 2022

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

Do you know who the real pioneer of modern retail franchising is?  It is not who you might think! Our guest today, author Jane Plitt, is on a mission to tell the story of Martha Matilda Harper, an indentured servant who pioneered the franchise model as we know it.  Plitt a pioneer in women’s rights, herself, has been an award-wining business owner, an advocate for women, the first executirve director of the National Organization for Women and author and documentarian.  This is a packed show you don’t want to miss.

Jerry Akers is starting a new series on his segment, and this week, he and Krisin will share an overview of weeks to come and the lessons Jerry has learned on his franchise journey.  Based on his book, Live it 2 Own it, Jerry has tons of information to help you on your path!

David Kajganich will continue his updates on his journey with the Joint Chiropractic – learn from him as he takes his second swing through the process,

As always, join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central.

Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Jane Plitt, Author, Franchising Pioneer

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

David Kajganich – Platinum Rule Franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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Due to producer travel issues this episode will be a New Years Eve special Friday December 31, 2021. Our last show of 2021. Thanks to everyone who have been on the show and contributed to an interesting and fun 2021 year in educating on the secrets of success in franchising

This week the Pillars team takes a break, but never fear! We have two amazing interviews pre-recorded for you. First up, Paul Pickett, Chief Development Officer of Wild Birds Unlimited discuss the opportunities for business ownership in his popular franchise systems. Next up, Patrick Findaro talks all things data as the “Switzerland” of data collection. His firm offers unbiased facts for analyzing what franchise may be right for you. Tune in Thursday, December 30 at 4CT/5ET.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Paul Pickett, Chief Development Officer, Wild Birds Unlimited, Inc.

Patrick Findaro, Co-Founder, Vetted Biz

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

David Kajganich – Platinum Rule Franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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Broadcast Date: December 23 , 2021

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

Nancy Chorpenning’s mantra is, “Never underestimate the power of a circle of women.” And she uses this philosophy in her business, CEO School for Women, to bring smart, driven women business owners together to for learning sessions, mind melds and brainstorming. With women as a growing force in franchising, her principles can benefit women in franchising without a doubt! 

In Word on the Street, Kristin and Elizabeth discuss the future of marketing for B2B businesses – will virtual events stick around, or are we going back to all in-person all the time? Jerry will talk to us about the Starbucks vote to unionize and what implications that could have on franchising. David talks training in his new venture with The Joint Chiropractic. Tune in – we love call-in questions – call 323-580-5755.

Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

On the Million Dollar Mentor Segment this week Kristin Selmeczy will give another million dollar mentor tip that has driven success.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Nancy Chorpenning, Founder and Executive Director, CEO School for Women

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

David Kajganich – Platinum Rule Franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

The post The Power of Mentoring in Franchising with Nancy Chorpenning appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.

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Broadcast Date: December 16th , 2021

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

On this week’s show, we welcome Mandy Rowe of True REST Float Spa. This growing franchise offers a unique floating spa experience with benefits from better rest to reduce stress to pain management. Tune it to learn more about their business.

In Word on the Street, Kristin and Elizabeth discuss Gen Z and how to use Twitter to reach them whether they are your current target of future customers.  Jerry will fill us in on a Recent McDonald’s case in the appeals court and what the implications are for franchising in terms of joint employment issues.  David talks about this journey and a franchisee for The Joint Chiropractic and their unique way of doing things from site selection to opening.

Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Mandy Rowe, Franchise Development, True Rest Float Spa

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Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

David Kajganich – Platinum Rule Franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

The post Floating Franchise Fosters Better Health and True REST appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.

Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST

This week we talk to Kevin Kopa, President and COO of JDog Junk Removal and Hauling. As a part of JDog Brands, he is a proud veteran in the largest veteran franchise in the nation. JDog Junk Removal & Hauling is nationally recognized for their military-inspired work ethic. They offer franchising opportunities exclusively for veterans and military family members. 

Join host host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising and our other hosts as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise.

Elizabeth Denham and Kristin talk trends for 2022 in Word on the Street. Jerry Akers talks about how he identifies the next big thing in franchising. And with a new Management Minute, Karen Kimsey-Sward gives advice on brand ambassadorship. 

Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755.

Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program

Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Kevin Kopa, President and COO, JDog Junk Removal and Hauling

Our Co-hosting Team

Kristin Selmeczy on Twitter

 on Instagram

on LinkedIn

Jerry Akers – Great Clips franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

David Kajganich – Platinum Rule Franchisee, Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor

LinkedIn

Interested in buying a franchise? Complete the form and  join the $1,000,000+ Franchisee Mentor program. 

Listen to past episodes

Sponsored in part by Westvyne LLC, MOLLY MAID of Aurora-Naperville Area, and Molly Maid Bloomingdale & Mt. Prospect 

Thanks to Mike Boehler for making this show possible.

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