Kristen Selmeczy Archives - Pillars of Franchising

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Broadcast Date: March 17th, 2022

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

This week, we interview Shawn Shariff. A first generation immigrant from Pakistan, Shawn started off at KFC in an entry-level job and through hard work and determination, grew his career to multi-unit franchise ownership. He shares how he has achieved the American Dream and lets our audience know that anything is possbile! 

Karen Kimsey-Sward talks to us about stress management as we have all endured a crazy few years in the world that have impacted our families, our businesses and our lives. She has some practical tips to help us cope. 

David Kagjanich shares his latest news from The Joint Chiropractic – things are getting close – but not without some bumps in the road.

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.

isten 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 Date: March 10th, 2022

Keeping your books out of the “dirty” section of reading materials is no joke – especially if you are a franchisor trying to attract new franchisees. Carlos Gomez of PKF Texas helps franchisors audit their financials, offers best practices and consults on ways to grow, engage and improve their franchise models. What does this mean for potential franchisees? Reliable information, reviewable track records and Item 19s and more clarity on just what you are getting in a franchise system before you commit.

Laura Liss, our franchise attorney will dive further into the legal aspects of auditing and what kind of information you can glean in orer to make good decisions. Jerry Akers continues his series on his book – Live it 2 Own it and discusses Opening Day for your new franchise business.

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.

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

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

Carlos Gomez, Contract Compliance, PKF

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: March 3rd, 2022

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

We have a lot to report on this week’s show! Kristin and Jerry have been at the IFA conference in San Diego, and we will hear about  lessons learned, opportunities available and schmoozing with everyone in franchising. Our guest is the Hall of Fame women’s basketball coach from Oklahoma who, after retiring last year, is lending her skills to the NextGen Fitness franchise as their Culture Coach. She will talk to us about how leading a team to success in sports can translate to business ownership and why franchising is a good fit for athletes. If her stellar coaching career tells us anything, it is that she is going to kill it in her next career!

Jerry Akers will continue his series following the next chapter in his book, Live It 2 Own It. Ray Pillar and Karen Kimsey-Sward will talk about establishing a positive culture as a new franchisee and Laura Liss offers legal insights in her segment.

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.

Sherri Coale

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: February 17th, 2022

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

This week we interview Larry Sutton of RNR Tire Express about his journey into franchising and why it is possible for anyone to find success – no matter where you start or what your industry.

Jerry Akers continues his series on finding the right franchise with a segment on site selection. Karen-Kimsey-Sward dives more deeply into how to find the right people for the right roles, and Laura Liss helps us understand territories and what to be on the lookout for.

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.

Larry Sutton, Founder/CEO, RNR Tire Express

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: 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.

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

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

Jeff Schonberg, Director of Franchise Development, Supporting Strategies

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: 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

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

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.

The post Does Your Franchise Location Make the Grade in Customer Service? appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.

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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

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

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.

The post WNBA Legend Jackie Stiles Powers into Franchising appeared first on Pillars of Franchising.

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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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