🎙️ Franchise Consultant Ryan Gasaway on Building Wealth Through Franchising

Are you searching for a franchise consultant to help you escape the 9–5 and take control of your time and income? This episode is tailor-made for aspiring business owners who want to understand how to start a franchise and create a path toward financial freedom.

In this candid conversation, Ryan Gasaway, founder of The Franchise Blueprint, shares his journey from corporate burnout to becoming a full-time franchise consultant. You’ll learn how franchising can lead to semi-passive income, the truth behind common franchising mistakes, and how to find franchise opportunities that fit your lifestyle and goals.

If you’ve been wondering whether franchising is worth the high startup cost, how much time you’ll really need to commit, or how to choose a franchise business model that’s sustainable and scalable, Ryan has answers. He explains how to evaluate brands, spot red flags in franchise disclosures, and discover recession-proof businesses that thrive—even in uncertain markets.

Whether you're franchise curious or actively exploring ownership, this episode offers practical insight, a proven framework, and real-world wisdom from someone who’s helped countless clients make informed, confident decisions.

0:00 – Intro & Who is Ryan Gasaway
1:10 – What a franchise consultant actually does
3:05 – From corporate job to franchise success
5:00 – What clients need before starting a franchise
6:45 – Misconceptions about franchising & “semi-passive” truth
9:10 – Franchise red flags and due diligence process
11:20 – Amazon effect & choosing recession-proof franchises
13:00 – Top industries for modern franchise opportunities
15:30 – Advice for franchise-curious beginners
17:20 – Ryan’s #1 piece of advice for future owners
18:30 – Where to connect with Ryan

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