Franchise Euphoria

Wondering if you should diversify your franchise investment is a great problem to have. It means that you have probably had some success with your current franchise business and are looking to expand. The question is, should you purchase another unit of the franchise that you already own or should you buy a completely different business. This can be a very complex issue. Listen in to hear 4 questions you should consider while figuring out if you want to diversify or not. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

So many business owners these days are wondering about the cost of franchising their business. There is no one simple answer to this question. Tune in, though, as I outline the process I go through to help turn a business into a franchise, and speak to the cost associated with franchising a business.   Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

I learned a great lesson from my daughter this weekend. As we were walking outside, she pointed out a stick and she asked me “Is that a lobster?” My first reaction was “No, it’s just a stick” but when I took a closer look I could indeed see what looked like a lobster. As business owners and managers we often perceive things in a certain way. This can actually be detrimental. Getting new perspectives can change your outlook on your business. Listen in to learn three ways to identify and unleash the “lobsters” in your business. Feedback Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!      

Businesses with 20 employees or less make up approximately 98% of all small businesses in the United States.  This is obviously a significant number.  Yet, the vast majority of them don't take the time, energy, and focus to think inward and outward before growing and scaling their business.  This episode of Franchise Euphoria is all about the importance of focusing on the What, Where, How & Why of your business.  Learn how focusing on these key metrics can be the formula to help you scale and grow in a responsible and profitable way. Feedback  Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!  

Personality is often overlooked when purchasing a franchise.  As entrepreneurs, we are often solely focused on the bottom line. This focus on the bottom line sometimes makes us lose sight of what we are personally bringing to the business and how our personalities have an impact on our business success. This can be a huge mistake. Listen in to hear 5 ways to identify your unique personality strengths and weaknesses and what kind of imp act this has on your business. Resources From the Show Earl Nightengale: The Strangest Secret Dan Miller: 48 Days Sally Hogshead: How to Fascinate   Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!    

I love learning about different businesses and how they are growing and scaling. Many expand through licensing or franchising. Oftentimes the business owner has spent years fine tuning their brand, product, and services and are enjoying success when someone asks if you are willing to franchise or license.  This can be a complicated issue and things can quickly become confusing. Listen in to find out if your business is a franchise in disguise. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

Kevin Cope joins me today to discuss his best-selling book Seeing the Big Picture. Passion is great for business but you also need to develop business acumen to be truly successful.  Kevin calls this “No Profit, No Purpose”.  And he deep dives into the 5 key metrics that you, the entrepreneur, MUST pay attention to, understand and implement for your business to be successful! Amazing Give-Away Chance to win Kevin's incredible book.....FREE!  The first ten people to email me and tell me Kevin's 5 Key Business Drivers & their favorite part of the interview will get a FREE copy of Kevin's incredible book Seeing the Big Picture.  This #1 Wall Street Journal and New York Times Bestseller will absolutely help you in your business.  It is practical and gets right down to the main drivers that help make businesses successful.  It will motivate you but also provide you practical tips and solutions that are vital to your success Please include your mailing address in the email as well. About Kevin Kevin Cope is not only a successful executive and keynote speaker, he is also the author of Seeing the Big Picture, a #1 Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and New York Times bestseller. For over twenty-five years, Kevin has promoted the idea that the brightest minds in business understand the essence of how a company makes money, and they use this knowledge to drive their decisions. In other words, they have strong business acumen (business savvy/business intelligence). Show Highlights The 5 Key Drivers of Business When should you grow your business The importance of building a great work culture Why cash flow is more important than profit Why growth is vital to your business The 5 measures that will keep your finger on the pulse of your business Episode Resources Acumen Discount - Click the link to learn more about how you can become the leader and business success you have dreamed becoming!  Kevin was kind enough to offer a significant discount just for my listeners! Want to know more about interviewee or their businesses? Acumen Learning Seeing the Big Picture Feedback  Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people. iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!

  Franchising is not right for every business.  However, every business can benefit from implementing franchise-like systems.  Tune in as I discuss 5 primary reasons why you should run your business like a franchise! Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!      

  I’ve spoken on the importance of due diligence more than once but you really cannot short change it. It can really come back to bite you.  Tune in to learn the $40,000 franchise lesson that you can hopefully avoid & a list of "must ask" questions before you buy a franchise! Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

  The best franchise systems take years to fine tuning their systems, processes, brand, and marketing.  This allows the franchisees to follow a script and hopefully prosper. Of course, this is the best case scenario. Unfortunately what often happens is that there is a lack of systems, infrastructure, and processes. These franchises can still make money but it is important to understand that making money is only one part of a franchise. You need the systems and support that a good franchise will have in place. The hard part of course is figuring out if the franchise you are looking at has a solid foundation. Listen in as I explain 6 things you need to consider before you buy a franchise. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!