The Franchise Entrepreneur

The Franchise Entrepreneur

By Des PhebyBusiness
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The Franchise Entrepreneur episodes

  • Born with it?

    Are we born with the ability to become an entrepreneur or are these instincts something we hone?

    Des discusses his own history in business and his humble beginnings to give you a better look at what becoming entrepreneurial really entails.

    20 min
  • Having Your Cake

    So you've got a business but how can you get more from what you have?

    Maybe it's time to bake up some new layers to your business strategy!

    This week, Des looks at his concept for franchises, how it's worked for him and some ideas for how it could work for you.


    Let's face it, who doesn't love cake!

    23 min
  • Critical Thinking

    Love it or hate it, criticism and hate can be seen as a genuine motivation in the business world but is outside criticism more important than the pressures we put on ourselves?

    Des takes a dive into the real motivation you can generate from the negative and why success is not always measured in the feedback of others.


    14 min
  • Lease on life

    Leasing a property for your business is a crucial part of the setup process, let Des Pheby explain some of the simple ways you can get the most out of the deal and get more bang for your buck.

    15 min
  • Doom or boom?

    This week, Des looks at the high street, Brexit and the opportunities that come from, what some say, are less than favourable opportunities in retail.

     Is it all doom and gloom for franchisers and entrepreneurs in the UK or is it time to stake a claim and watch your profits boom?

    Every week, Des Pheby gives you insight into the workings of a successful franchise in a frank, relaxed and honest style.

    22 min
  • Silver is gold

    This week, Des looks into the boom in "silver Entrepreneurs" and how they're not letting age get in the way of a good business deal.

    Des explains the advantages the older generation have in the modern business environment and how you can attract this often forgotten demographic to your business or franchise.

    This episode also features the perils of automated light switches.


    24 min
  • Upscaling

    In this weeks episode, Des gives you some insight in to how to approach the scale of your business, be that growing, solidifying your foothold in the market or introducing new services and products to boost your revenue streams.

    Every week, Des Pheby gives you insight into the workings of a successful franchise in a frank, relaxed and honest style.

    30 min
  • New Horizons

     In this weeks episode, Des covers one of the most exciting parts of franchising: taking your franchise overseas! Des shares his own unique insight and personal experience with expanding a franchise internationally so that you can do the same!

    This podcast is brought to you by Des Pheby, founder of Pheby Food Concepts and the Wok & Go franchise. Drawing from his years of experience in the food franchising industry, Des offers clear, down-to-earth advice which can help you make your dreams a reality.

    20 min
  • Family First

    Des looks into future proofing your business with your family.

    A useful look into ways to motivate your family in keeping involved with your business and excited to take it to the next level, even after you retire.
    Let Des Pheby explain how franchising and an eye for opportunities can improve your business, your profit margins and your way of life.
    Des offers a humorous, candid and insightful look at how franchising fits in the modern business world. 

    20 min
  • Introduction

     Let Des Pheby explain how franchising and an eye for opportunities can improve your business, your profit margins and your way of life.

    Des offers a humorous, candid and insightful look at how franchising fits in the modern business world. 

    21 min

About The Franchise Entrepreneur

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Let Des Pheby, the man behind Wok&Go, explain how franchising and an eye for opportunities can improve your business, your profit margins and your way of life.

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