Sam is joined by Dennis Jackson and Cary Tober from the Rep’M group to discuss how a brand can remain relevant in this ever-changing environment. They hit on the big three things to consider when analyzing businesses and how marketing can make or break a brand. 

Sam interviews her client and friend, Luisa Del Rosal, about the ups and downs of the first year of business ownership. She talks about the high highs and low lows that come with being an entrepreneur. 

Sam is flying solo, as the entrepreneur scheduled for the episode had a work emergency! This is business ownership in real-time. She answers questions from followers on Instagram about the franchise world.

Sam and Jamie are joined by Jacob Hanika, the CDO of Live Hydration Spa. Live Hydration is the future of medicine, providing concierge medical service and aesthetic offerings in a private and serene environment. Find out more about this amazing brand NOW!

Sam is joined by Ciara and guest Bobby Brennan of Front Street Equity Partners. Bobby is an industry veteran and incredibly well-respected in the franchise space. He shares what the ingredients are for profitable and sustainable brands. 

Sam and Jamie are joined this week by the amazing team from Pool Werx, an Australian brand that is taking the US by storm. CEO Andrew Kidd and Jeff Powell, VP of Franchise Recruitment, share with our listeners why a pool business can be wildly profitable and personally fulfilling for investors.

Sam and Britt discuss current trends, which businesses will endure, and which may just be a bust. This episode is full of invaluable information about the industry at large. 

Sam is joined today by her longtime friend, Anna Thompson. Anna owns a successful hair salon and is a veteran of the beauty industry. In a different turn of events, Anna and Sam discuss why franchising was not the right fit for Anna at this time. Learn why the beauty industry is recession-resilient, why franchises may not be right for you, and what it really takes to build a $1M+ business. 

Sam and Ciara talk about some of the touchy subjects they have to broach with clients, the cost of missing an opportunity, and why being a business owner isn't for everyone. This is an honest chat with two franchise industry experts.

2024 is well underway, so it is time for a quarterly discussion with Sam and Britt. They share their productivity tips,  thoughts on driving growth in a new business, and believing in yourself when it may seem impossible.