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Cut The Tie Podcast with George Knauf
What if your path to financial freedom and legacy isn’t in a corporate office—but in franchising? In this episode of Cut The Tie, host Thomas Helfrich sits down with George Knauf, a franchise fanatic with over 30 years of experience helping people find their perfect business fit. George isn’t just matching candidates to opportunities—he’s showing them how to create empires, build multi-generational wealth, and take control of their future.

With a deep Rolodex of industry leaders, decades of tracking franchise performance, and a proven ability to guide entrepreneurs beyond fear, George lays out why franchising isn’t just about buying a job—it’s about building lasting assets.

About George Knauf

George Knauf is a veteran franchise consultant and industry leader with more than three decades of experience. As the founder of My Perfect Franchise, he has helped countless individuals transition from corporate careers into business ownership, guiding them to create multi-brand, multi-territory portfolios that can be scaled or sold for life-changing exits. Known for his unmatched industry knowledge and deep relationships with franchise executives, George’s mission is simple: help people build empires that last for generations.

In this episode, Thomas and George discuss:

• Cutting ties with limiting beliefs
  George explains how the biggest barrier to entrepreneurship isn’t external—it’s internal. Fear and outdated expectations keep too many executives stuck.
• Why franchising is different from going it alone
  Franchising offers proven systems, training, and support. George breaks down why you don’t need to reinvent the wheel to succeed.
• From job security to asset building
  He highlights how owning a business is like owning your home—an asset that builds value—compared to renting your career in corporate America.
• Creating multi-generational wealth
  George shares real client stories of entrepreneurs who scaled from dozens to hundreds of units, creating financial security for their children and grandchildren.
• Dispelling myths about franchise ownership
  From fear of risk to misconceptions about time commitment, George addresses the biggest reasons people hesitate—and why they shouldn’t.

Key Takeaways:

• Fear is the real tie to cut
  Most people don’t lack ability—they let fear keep them from moving forward.
• Franchising provides proven systems
  You don’t have to start from scratch. Leverage infrastructure, training, and brand power.
• Your job isn’t an asset—but your business can be
  Stop renting your career. Start building something you own.
• Wealth isn’t just for you—it’s for generations
  Done right, franchising can create lasting security for your children and grandchildren.

Connect with George Knauf:

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/responsible-franchising/

Connect with Thomas Helfrich:

🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelfrich
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cutthetie
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomashelfich
🌐 Website: https://www.cutthetie.com
📧 Email: t@ins

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