What are your tax plans for when you exit your business? Do you have one? Our guest today is Brett Swarts, is a capital gains and exit tax planning expert. 

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
Write down what matters the most.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://capitalgainstaxsolutions.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-swarts/
  • https://www.youtube.com/@BuildItToBillions
  • https://www.youtube.com/@CapitalGainsTaxSolutions
  • https://www.facebook.com/brett.swarts/
  • instagram.com/brett_swarts/

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Brett Swarts is a best-selling author of "Building a Capital Gains Tax Exit Plan”. He is host of the Build it to Billions & Capital Gains Tax Solutions Podcasts. His insights have been featured at the Best Ever Real Estate Conference, DLP Capital Conference, American Entrepreneur with Kevin Harrington from Shark Tank, and also seen on Fox Business Network. As a real estate broker, his expertise is one of the few in the world who has closed Deferred Sales Trust, Delaware Statutory Trust, and 1031 Exchanges. He is the Founder of Capital Gains Tax Solutions where he teaches purpose-driven entrepreneurs and investors to build their capital gains tax exit plan to multiply their freedom, wealth, and impact. He has closed over ½ Billion in Deferred Sales Trust and Real Estate Transactions and he was the first to help Bitcoin owners exit millions of gains and defer their capital gains tax using a Deferred Sales Trust. 

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

How does your business differentiate? How do you stand out from the noise in your industry? Our guest today is Kristen Denzer, who shares with us how she is standing out and making a difference in the childcare industry. 

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
"Don’t cling to a mistake, just because you spent a lot of time making it."

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://www.tierraencantada.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • Instagram: @tierraencantada
  • LinkedIn: @tierraencantada
  • TikTok: @tierraencantada

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Kristen Denzer is the founder and CEO of Tierra Encantada, the fastest-growing Spanish immersion early education franchise in the U.S. franchise-info.ca +10 bizjournals.com +10 voyageminnesota.com +10 She launched the first location in 2013 to offer playful, language-rich early education with chef-prepared, globally inspired meals—a mission she continues while leading Tierra’s national expansion through franchising and philanthropic initiatives.  She was named one of the top 100 female founders by Inc Magazine.  

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

Have you thought about hiring help internationally in the past, but didn’t know how to do it? Or maybe you tried working through an international virtual staffing company and found it did not work out as you had hoped? Our guest today is Jon Matzner, and he shares how he helps business leaders hire top talent globally. 

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
The Bruce Matzner Ratio: dollars earn, to days in flip flops.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://www.getsagan.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • @matznerjon

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Former American Diplomat, entrepreneur, and cofounder of Sagan - that has helped hundreds of business directly hire thousands of people from around the world, since its founding 15 months ago. 

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

How is your website converting potential customers or franchise buyers for your business? When is the last time you checked? Our guest today is Sahil Patel, who is a landing page expert who shares with us the secrets he’s learned on how to optimize a landing page. 

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
Create a great landing page that makes it easy for your customer to understand what you do and then test it.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://www.spiralyze.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahilanamipatel/

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Meet Sahil Patel, CEO of Spiralyze. He reveals the secrets from optimizing hundreds of landing pages leveraging data from 130k A/B tests, and working with SaaS leaders such as BambooHR, Crowdstrike, Unbounce, and hundreds more.  

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

Have you thought about expanding your company internationally? Going across an ocean or maybe a neighboring country? Our guest today is Keenan Fisher, and he shares with us how he is successfully expanding into new international markets.

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
What you want now vs. what you want later.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://us.tommyguns.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/company/tommy-gun's-original-barbershop/?originalSubdomain=ca
  • https://www.facebook.com/TommyGunsOriginalBarbershop/

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Keenan Fisher, a visionary leader and the driving force behind Tommy Gun's Original Barbershop, has transformed his father’s family-run business into a global franchise powerhouse. Taking over from Ken Fisher, who founded the company in 1988, Keenan has elevated Tommy Gun’s to unparalleled heights. Under his leadership, the brand has grown to over 88 locations across Canada and surpassed 100 locations worldwide, including expansions into the USA, Australia, and New Zealand. A testament to his dedication, Keenan recently celebrated a monumental milestone: 10 million haircuts since the brand’s inception. Through innovative thinking and a commitment to exceptional service, Keenan ensures Tommy Gun’s remains a leader in the barbershop industry, embodying the legacy of excellence his father began.  

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

Have you ever thought or wondered if there happened to be a few simple things you can implement to drive success? Is such an idea a fairy tale? Well, if you've ever thought that, then this podcast episode is for you. Our guest today is Mark Spencer Cook, who shares with us his research-backed top five proven drivers to finding success. 

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
Be clear on what you want and find people to help you achieve it.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://www.WindfallPartners.com
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MarkSpencerCook.
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D5vjIKuOqPEqYFePP0Ml1?
    si=MWC4nnwrSGyTWJUrPULwgw
  • Apple: https://open.spotify.com/show/3D5vjIKuOqPEqYFePP0Ml1?
    si=MWC4nnwrSGyTWJUrPULwgw

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Mark S. Cook, is a New York Times‑bestselling Author, CEO, and creates elite CEOs with a plan he calls Bold Encounters. As Host of the YouTube and Podcast, Bold Encounters, Cook brings amazing guests, like the inventor of the cell phone, a top Shark Tank winner, Mother Teresa's coworker, a founding Swiftie, $8-billion CEO, and brings purpose to your life's work. Cook has led startups, turnarounds, the largest-ever studies of award‑winning pivots, and thousands of valuable client wins. He is the way to your pivot, where career becomes calling  

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

Do you have a resale program in place for your franchise system? Are you discussing about an exit with your franchisees right from the beginning? Our guest today is Robin Gagnon, and she shares with us how having a resale strategy is not just a good idea, but it is good business too.

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
Have a clear vision and the discipline to pursue it.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://www.wesellrestaurants.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • http://linkedin.com/in/robingagnonrestaurantbroker/
  • https://www.linkedin.com/company/wesellrestaurants/posts/?feedView=all
  • https://www.instagram.com/wesellrestaurants/
  • https://www.youtube.com/wesellrestaurants

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Robin Gagnon, co-founder and CEO of We Sell Restaurants, a brand that has carved an unparalleled niche in the industry as the nation's leading and only business broker franchise focused on restaurants. Under Robin’s leadership, We Sell Restaurants has grown to 45 states where it dominates the restaurant space for sale marketplace and franchise resales, delivering on the founder’s vision to Sell More Restaurants Than Anyone Else. 

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

How are you building the enterprise value of your company? What types of marketing and PR are you doing to help create awareness? Our guest today is Zack Fishman, and he shares with us the some of the levers to pull to build your brand’s enterprise value.

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
The rush to the space to become more "professionalized” is happening across franchising. This is raising the bar for franchising in general.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://fishmanpr.com
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-fishman/

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Zack has been involved in the franchise space since he could walk (literally), devoting his life to understanding all facets of the industry. Currently, Zack is the Chief Growth Officer for Fishman PR, the world’s foremost PR firm specializing in franchising and Franchise Elevator, the world’s preeminent emerging brands PR firm.

In his spare time, Zack is also the Co-Founder of Franchise YoungConference, the only conference for Millennial/Gen-Z franchise executives, Host of Modrn Business Podcast, an award-winning podcast focusing on showcasing franchising’s most exciting entrepreneurs and is Partner & COO of Franchise Supplier Network, where he specializes in matching franchisors with best-fit suppliers.

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

How are you integrating multi-culture into your franchise network? Is it on your radar? Our guest today is Toni Harris Taylor, who saw a need in multi-cultural in franchising and decided to do something about it. Toni was a previous guest on episode 114. 

You can listen to Toni's previous episode here: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/networking-to-grow-your-franchise-toni-harris-taylor-network-in-action-drastic-results/

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
Franchising is possible for everyone.

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://toniharristaylor.com/
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • LinkedIn, FB, IG - @toniharristaylor

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Toni Harris Taylor is a dynamic speaker, marketing and sales coach, 13x author, and a powerhouse in the franchising industry. She is a marketing and sales coach that helps entrepreneurs to Show Up! Be Up! Follow Up to Blow Up! Toni is also the Founder of Drastic Franchise Matchmakers, where she helps individuals take bold, strategic steps to find and invest in the perfect franchise. With her deep knowledge of the franchise industry and an unmatched ability to build relationships. As the Founder and Executive Director of Multicultural Franchise Connectors (MFC), Toni is dedicated to educating and empowering women and people of color to explore franchising as a pathway to business ownership, scaling their business and supplying services to the world of franchising. Whether she’s coaching entrepreneurs, speaking on major stages, or helping individuals take the leap into franchising, Toni’s mission remains the same: to inspire, educate, and connect people to opportunities that change lives.  

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

How do your employees and franchisees manage changes at your organization? Do they dread it? Revolt? Complain? Celebrate? Our guest today is Dr. Elizabeth Moran, who is a neuroscience and change management expert. She shares with us some practical tips and ideas on how to implement and improve your change management efforts.

TODAY'S WIN-WIN:
Compassion, Communication, and Clarity are the 3 things where action comes from and what your team needs during any change. 

LINKS FROM THE EPISODE:

• Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. 
• You can visit our guest's website at: 
  • https://www.elizabethmorantransformation.com/home
• Get a copy of our guest's book: https://www.amazon.com/Forward-Leading-Your-Through-Change/dp/1782792899
• Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  
• https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/
• Connect with our guest on social:
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-elizabeth-moran/

ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Dr. Elizabeth Moran is an experienced leader, coach, and consultant providing neuroscience-based guidance to successfully navigate change. Partnering with business leaders from Fortune 500 companies to smaller start-ups, she has successfully supported large and small-scale transformation efforts through practical advice and actions to make change management more “manageable.” She authored the Amazon Bestselling book FORWARD: Leading Your Team Through Change, making her practical approach accessible to all people leaders globally. Prior to starting Elizabeth Moran Transformation, she was Vice President of Global Leader, Team & Organization Development at ADP. She also held talent development roles at Bloomberg, Lehman Brothers, Getty Images, and Time Inc. She holds a doctorate in clinical psychology, a PCC-level coaching certification, and is a certified Neuro-Transformational Coach. Elizabeth also created a personal growth program for incarcerated men and women, enabling improved self-awareness and decision-making to create more purposeful and peaceful lives. 

ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.

The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.