By April Porter
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Join April as she discusses her lifelong passion for advocating for small business owners, stemming from her childhood experiences with justice and fairness. She highlights the systemic challenges faced by small businesses, particularly in the franchising world, and emphasizes the importance of community support in navigating global events and crises. She encourages small business owners to prepare for unforeseen challenges by building a strong network and participating in upcoming workshops designed to provide practical strategies for success.
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Explore the philosophical question of whether the ends justify the means, particularly in the context of entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of defining one's vision for business success, which encompasses sanity, wealth, and gratitude. The conversation delves into the challenges of time management for business owners and the necessity of prioritizing personal well-being. April also addresses the misconceptions about entrepreneurship, urging listeners to align their means with their ultimate goals to achieve true fulfillment in their professional lives.
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One of the most common struggles Franchisees and small business owners are facing right now is finding employees. Many believe the increase in unemployment benefits is the cause – but what if they’re wrong? Candidates are learning to value themselves in a different way, so employers may need to attract them in a different way. Of course, in any environment, we don’t just want to find an employee, we want to find the right employee, which requires an employment search based on strategy. Here are 10 tips to set you apart from the competition and connect with employment candidates that want to work for someone just like you. Use these tactics to enhance your employment search process so that you can fill your roster with the rock stars that are ready, willing and able to take your company to the next level
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April was a guest on "Brand & Grow Your Coaching Practice", a podcast hosted by Brian Hilliard.
Here is that conversation with Brian. We hope you enjoy it!
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In this episode, we sit down with Angela Skurtu, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and certified sex therapist, to explore the intricate dynamics that entrepreneurs face in their personal relationships. Angela provides keen insights into how risk-taking business owners and their more steady, risk-averse partners navigate challenges like financial stress, intimacy, and family life.
Angela Skurtu is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT-certified sex therapist, specializing in helping couples overcome relationship hurdles. She is the author of two widely acclaimed books, Helping Couples Overcome Infidelity and Premarital Counseling: A Guide for Clinicians, both available on Amazon. Angela’s expertise focuses on reigniting passion, improving communication, and fostering connection within relationships.
Connect with Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-skurtu-01008822
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Angela Louis, the founder of Adaptive Leadership and a powerhouse fractional COO, joins April this week to discuss the vital role of leadership in small businesses and franchises. Angela shares her extensive experience in human resources and operations, emphasizing the importance of hiring the right people, effective communication, and building strong processes. She also highlights the benefits of fractional roles for growing businesses and how leaders can avoid common pitfalls in delegation and employee management. Whether you’re struggling with hiring, scaling, or managing your team, this episode offers actionable insights to help you succeed.
Connect with Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelamlouis/
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Jeremy Pourbaix, founder of Franchise Flippers, is the guest this week on the podcast. We talked about his journey from running multiple franchise locations to recognizing the need for a better way to exit the franchise world. Jeremy shares his personal story of scaling a successful franchise and the challenges he faced when trying to sell his businesses. We discussed the key trends contributing to franchise exits, including underestimating the time and effort required, overextending with multiple units, and the importance of proper education in running a successful franchise. Whether you’re planning an exit or navigating challenges, this episode provides valuable insights into the franchise lifecycle.
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In this two part episode, April Porter welcomes Lisa Gregory, founder of Coaching Matters, for a deep dive into the Human Performance Technology (HPT) model, which explains why people underperform and we highlight the challenges in franchise systems, where misalignments between expectations and reality can lead to underperformance and strained relationships.
Tune in to learn how to bridge the gap between franchisees and franchisors by understanding both the art and science of business, as well as effective communication
Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisachapmangregory/
Book a consultation to see if the Healthy Franchise VIP Event is for you! Send an email to [email protected]
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In this two part episode, April Porter welcomes Lisa Gregory, founder of Coaching Matters, for a deep dive into the art and science of training and development. Whether you're a seasoned franchisor or just starting, this episode offers valuable insights into how to effectively train and support franchisees.
Tune in to learn how to bridge the gap between franchisees and franchisors, enhance training programs, and achieve better outcomes for everyone involved.
Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisachapmangregory/
Book a consultation to see if the Healthy Franchise VIP Event is for you! Send an email to [email protected]
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There is a sickness spreading throughout the franchising community, particularly among underperforming franchisees. Franchisors often view underperformers as bad franchisees, but the root cause of underperformance is a larger problem. Franchisors typically learn how to be franchisors from other franchisors, creating an echo chamber that discourages innovation. Underperformance is a symptom of a virus that affects all franchisees, but the severity of the symptoms varies. The virus is caused by gaps and pitfalls in the franchisee journey, and it can lead to financial struggles, mental exhaustion, and strained relationships. To address this issue, franchisors need to understand the different learning styles and needs of their franchisees and design a comprehensive franchisee journey. Tune in to learn more about how to cultivate a healthy franchise.
Book a consultation to see if the Healthy Franchise VIP Event is for you! https://secretsos.kartra.com/calendar/april
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Join my free Facebook Group Business Owner Tips & Tricks for more free resources and a community of other like-minded business owners. https://www.facebook.com/groups/biztips
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