The franchising business model is ideal for veterans because their discipline, work ethic, and mission-focused orientation translate well into business ownership. 

Welcome to the latest episode of the Franchise Secrets podcast, where Erik Van Horn interviews Navy Veteran Clement Troutman, a top franchisee of Tropical Smoothie in Maryland.

Clement has found great success with Tropical Smoothie, garnering the 2018 Rookie of the Year award a year after they opened their first franchise in Maryland. Each year, he makes it his goal to surpass his previous year's success. His dedication to building strong core capabilities and staying focused on his mission has helped him to create a thriving business. 

In this episode, Clement shares how he got started in the franchising industry and his strategies to achieve success. He also talks about the importance of building solid relationships with his team, developing their skills and capabilities, and allowing them to share his vision for the company. 

This episode is a must-listen if you're interested in franchising or looking to improve your franchise. Tune in to hear Clement's expert insights and advice.

“Winners only compete with themselves.” - Clement Troutman

In This Episode:

- A brief background on Clement, how he got into the military, traveled to different parts of the world, worked in Cyber Security, then became a Tropical Smoothie franchisee

- How living in other countries impacted Clement's view of the American culture 

- What was it like teaching cultural diversity to his children?

- Clement shares the challenges he experienced being a Tropical Smoothie franchisee and how he made it to the top of the brand's best of the best

- How Clement develops leaders out of his team members and how he deals with someone who's not a good fit

- The secret to Clement's robust business infrastructure

- What's next for Clement Troutman?

And more!

Resources: 

- Learn more about Erik’s franchisee mastermind here - www.franchisetribe.com 

- Learn more about Erik’s franchisor mastermind here - www.franchisortribe.com 

- Learn more about Erik’s passive investing mastermind here - www.tribeofinvestors.com 

- Want to buy a franchise? Connect with Erik here - https://forms.gle/n4JedEuU5p7asE617 

- Want to franchise your business? Connect with Erik here - https://forms.gle/n4JedEuU5p7asE617 

- Dreams Never Die by Mr. Clement T. Troutman - https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Never-Die-Clement-Troutman/dp/1737376709/ 

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- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/clement-troutman-861543228/

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