Franchise Euphoria

Today’s Franchise Euphoria Tip of the Day is all about location, location, location. I get asked all the time about what a good location is and where successful restaurant franchises are located. Location is such a vital part of having a successful franchise business.  I narrowed it down to the top 4 things you must consider when choosing a restaurant location. Enjoy! iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast

I am thrilled to have Matt Frey on the show today. Matt and his wife Rachel are the founders and owners of the wildly successful Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream, home of the Big Ugly Burger™. We discuss the process that they went through from opening their first restaurant, to opening more locations, and the decision to convert to a franchise model. We talk about key business practices such as branding, employee education, and systemizing. Among other things, I love Matt's passion for what he does, and his mission to help inspire, train, and grow his employees so they can learn, advance & benefit in big ways! For more information on Bub's franchise opportunities or just to reach out and say hello, call Matt at 317-727-3371  or email him at: bubs@bubsburgersandicecream.com So tell me, what was your biggest takeaway from this interview? iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast

In today’s Franchise Euphoria Tip of the Day I discuss the crucial importance of franchisor support. When buying a franchise there are certain things a franchisor should do to help its franchisees. I will tell you where to look and what to look for. I will also provide you with key questions you should ask that will help you understand what support systems are in place and where support may be lacking. Hope you enjoy!

This week on Franchise Euphoria I have the pleasure of interviewing Jessica Peterson. She brings amazing insight into a topic that many of us struggle with on a daily basis, social media. Social media has become a key aspect of business life and when utilized correctly can play a huge role in your success. Tune in as Jessica explains how to make the most of social media for your business.

In today’s Franchise Euphoria Tip of the Day I discuss buying a re-sell. One popular way to get into franchising is to buy another’s franchise business. This happens when a franchisee wants to sell before the end of the franchise agreement. As with all business purchases it is an exciting prospect. All too often much is made of the price, which is understandable since you want to get a good value, but you really need to dig deeper. Listen in as I explain 14 questions you need to ask before you purchase a re-sell. 

This week on Franchise Euphoria I talk with the List Building Queen herself, Maritza Parra. This is a must listen for every entrepreneur interested in getting more prospects and converting more prospects into customers. Listen in as Maritza goes through the step-by-step process of list-building.  Maritza lays out the 5 Steps in building a profitable list.  Additionally, you will learn how Maritza got to where she is today, and what she did that ultimately led to Oprah reaching out to her.  Hope you enjoy this amazing interview!

In today’s Franchise Euphoria Tip of the Day, I explain what it takes to be a successful franchise owner. Don’t be fooled into thinking your franchise will run itself. I will outline a few simple steps every franchisee should take before starting.  I will also teach you the four key skills that are necessary for you to have to be an effective leader in your business.  Hope you enjoy!

This week on Franchise Euphoria I have a fascinating conversation with Brad Spencer, Executive Director of the Brilliance Network. The Brilliance Network focuses its efforts on helping small to medium sized businesses scale and grow.  Amonst other things, Brad and I discuss specific actions that small business owners can take to grow their business. Brad draws upon his own experience of owning, growing, and selling a business and his interest in franchising. Listen in as he discusses the importance of: Ø  Systematizing   Ø  Great customer service Ø  Attention to Detail Ø  Thinking like an investor   If you would like to reach out to Brad, you can find him on Facebook: PLRDOCTOR

In today’s Franchise Euphoria Tip of the Day, I talk about the importance of fully understanding your franchise agreements before you sign them. Franchise agreements are long and can be confusing. Don’t let the excitement of starting your business or just the daunting task of deciphering the legalese keep you from fully understanding before you sign. This is a key step in setting yourself up for success. Hope you enjoy!

A wonderful privilege to have Joel Goobich as a guest on my podcast. Joel is a big-picture guy with sharp insight into how individual parts make a strong whole. He’s tireless in pursuit of solutions to boost your business, adapt to the changing business environment and, ultimately, put you on track to a profitable transition and exit to your next act. He’s been in your shoes as an entrepreneur, business buyer and business owner. He founded Colorations, Inc. which he built from the start to a leading international manufacturer and distributor of children’s art products.  Using the first-hand knowledge gained from a rewarding and well planned and implemented exit  from the company, he now focuses his considerable intensity on working with business owners to strengthen the elements of their businesses into a dynamic whole that leads to a successful and satisfying exit through his consulting and marketing firms, Big Picture Advisors llc and i3 Marketing llc. Listen in as he discusses:   ·         The difference between a good product and a good business ·         The  importance of understanding your customers ·         How to prepare for emergency situations in business ·         The necessity to have an exit plan   Check out Joel’s podcasts: Don’t Get Stuck in Your Business The procss of growing a business or prfessional career doesn't have to feel like an endless trek through quicksand. Having a strong business core is essential to sustainable growth. Listen to our podcast and learn valuable lessons and insights on how to GET UNSTUCK before you or your business starts to unravel.   Build Business Muscle A strong business requires diligence and continuous effort to stay in shape. No different than working out at a gym. Building business muscle and thereby strengthening your business CORE is a never ending process of continual improvement. Keep up your training by listening to the Build Business Muscle podcast.   Learn more about Joel and his companies at: i3 Marketing llc Big Picture Advisors llc   If you would like to get in touch with Joel, you can email him directly at :   joel@bigpictureadvisors.com