Simon Says Community is the ONLY Barrier to Entry
Oct 14, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Stacey Cann, a franchise strategist focused on helping businesses scale, shares her insights on empowering younger generations through franchising. She emphasizes the potential of this path as a feasible alternative to traditional education debt. Topics include innovative funding models, effective positioning strategies, and reshaping perceptions around franchise ownership. Stacey advocates for breaking down barriers, making entrepreneurship accessible, and building a supportive community around young franchisees.
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Cool Comes From Association
- Branding alone rarely creates 'cool'; association does.
- Align your brand with cool people or activities to borrow cultural status.
Lead With Consumer Benefit
- Highlight practical benefits customers care about, not just pretty branding.
- Sell the outcome (no white cast, suitable for all skin tones) before aesthetic appeal.
Approach Influencers With A Proposal
- Target influencers whose audience aligns and prepare a professional proposal before outreach.
- Use a clear reason why they should promote your product over existing options.