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Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
S4 E8: What's real, what's fake when buying a franchise?
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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S4 E7: How to Best Support Franchisees to Success
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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S4 E6: Is the IFA Convention Worth the Money and Time
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is the IFA Convention Worth it?
S4 E5: How much do Franchisees Actually Make?
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Can you make millions when owning a franchise? CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to our Channel: https://www.youtube...
S4 E4: Recruiting and Retaining Talent for your Franchise
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What are the secrets to staffing, today?
S4 E3: How to Cut Through the Noise when Franchising Your Business
27 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to choose your franchise vendors and suppliers and cut through the noise. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to ou...
S4 E2: When Should You Fire a Supplier?
13 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JuzJQGcBr5cw26trxM7BA?sub_confir...
S4 E1: How Much Does it Cost to Sell a Franchise?
06 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this weeks show we dive into the age-old question (in franchise years) of how much does it cost to sell a franchise? What are the variables and wha...
S3 E55: Franchise Predictions for 2023 and Looking Back at 2022
30 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What do we wish we would have done differently in 2022 and what's our plan/predictions for 2023. Join in the conversation by adding comments for discu...
S3 E53: FDD Item 19: What can you do now to get ahead of the pack for 2023?
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Benchmark - Meet with your FranDev team and assess what worked and didn’t work in 2022. What questions were your candidates asking? What questions...
S3 E52: Fran Dev Challenges 2023
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss some challenges franchisors are going to face in 2023.
S3 E51: The Multi Unit Franchisee, is there value in these operators?
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is selling franchises to multi-unit franchisees a part of your franchise development growth strategy? If so you're not alone and in this weeks FranX e...
S3 E50: How the Economy Can Make or Break Franchise Brands
04 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Key Takeaways: Always plan ahead and develop different action plans. Economic disruptions can be a time for opportunity and energy. Utilize that ti...
S3 E49: Google Analytics and the Predictability of Lead Generation
28 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Before there was a lead, there was a visit. Before there was a visit, there was a franchise education moment. How can you add predictability to your l...
S3 E 48: When is it Time to Change Your Franchise Sales Team?
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's not you, it's me. When is the right time to change out your sales team? CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to our...
S3 E47: Should You Buy a Franchise During a Recession?
07 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of FranX, we talk about what happens if you buy a franchise during a recession. What do you think? CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFI...
S3 E46: What Trips Up Candidates when Buying a Franchise
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
FranX dives into the process and the landmines that zors and zees experience. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to o...
S3 E45: What Can Go Wrong in the Franchise Sales Process
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is important to candidates in the sales process? What can turn them off? CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to ou...
S3 E44: What Zees Need to Know About Capitalization | Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to our Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JuzJQGcBr5cw26trxM7BA?sub_confir...
S3 E43: How to Buy a Service Based Franchise | Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Charles N. Internicola and Brent Dowling talk about why service based franchises are the talk of franchising. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: ht...
S3 E42: Ultimate Guide to Buying a Franchise
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the process of buying a franchise and how should a prospective buyer go about starting the journey. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: htt...
S3 E41: Mistakes to Avoid when Franchising Your Business
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When is the right time to franchise? How do you do it? Join franchise lawyer Charles N. Internicola and Nick Powills. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PR...
S3 E40: Top 5 Things Zors, Zees, and Suppliers Tend to do Right
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Let's focus on the good. We will, as a community, build the top 5 lists (which will turn into great content). CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: h...
S3 E39: To Bash the Competition or Not, That is the Question
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is it better to bring down the competition to lift yourself up or does this make your situation worse? Charles N. Internicola and Nick Powils give rea...
S3 E38: How I Would Research Buying a Franchise
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is the process of researching a franchise opportunity? Charles N. Internicola and Nick Powills provide you with insights to the holes you have to...
S3 E37: How Human Interaction Impacts the Franchise Sales Process
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Human interaction in life is one of the most significant things in the world. It is a helpful tool to use in the franchise sales process. This time, C...
S3 E36: The Number One Thing You Can do Today to Help You Sell a Franchise
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to learn how to sell a franchise today. Nick Powils and Charles N. Internicola recommend these things when selling franchises. 1. Ov...
S3 E35: How to Get Rich Owning a Franchise 101
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can franchisees get rich from buying franchises? Wouldn't you want to know the answer. Join Nick Powills and Charles N. Internicola and figure out the...
S3 E34: How to sell your first franchise
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Selling your first franchise WILL be challenging. How can franchisors approach this process? How should pioneer franchisee approach a new franchisor? ...
S3 E33: Purpose, Value and Structure of Franchise Fees
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Franchise Fees: What is high? What is low? What is right? What is wrong? Charles N. Internicola and Nick Powills give a few insights on the informatio...
S3 E32: The Biggest Mistakes Franchisors Make when in Growth Mode
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join special guest Brian Lincer (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-lincer-57a98a12/) as he appears alongside Nick Powills to discuss what he sees and ...
S3 E31: What Should Franchisors Do During a Recession
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Recession? According to JP Morgan President Jamie Dimon, an economic hurricane approaching? No matter, your viewpoint, there'...
S3 E30: Franchise Expos - The Good & The Bad
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Franchisors want one thing -- leads. Thus, many sign-up to exhibit at franchise shows/expos. Is it worth it? How can you increase the value? Franchise...
S3 E29: What Franchise Consultants Aren't Telling You About Franchising
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to franchise your business? Are you an emerging franchisor? Nick Powills and Charles N. Internicola will talk about the secrets and facts franchi...
S3 E28: Best Ways to Gain Lift with Franchise Brokers
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quarter 2 is ending as we approach the midpoint of 2022 and now its time to discuss ways to accelerate your business for the rest of the year. Charles...
S3 E27: Everything You Need to Know About Working with Franchise Brokers
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What are the best ways to get lift with the franchise broker networks? Join Nick Powills and Charles N. Internicola as they tell you the main things t...
S3 E26: VaVia Franchisee Clark McCarthy: Why I Bought
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Clark McCarthy, franchisee of VaVia. What was his process? What did he evaluate? What made him say yes? Learn more on this episode of FranX. Lear...
S3 E25: How to Win as a Franchise Supplier
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being a franchise supplier can be amazing and extremely rewarding – once you gain momentum. Thus, many try desperately to break in, have impact and ...
S3 E24: Great Franchise Sales Folks Are Sometimes Dismissed
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In franchising, far too often, the sales team is discarded as useless by leadership teams for lack of “selling” enough franchises. Yet, per our pr...
S3 E23: Biggby Coffee Franchisor Mike McFall talks about what it means to Win
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With nearly 25 years of experience in franchising, McFall reflects on what it takes to thrive - and how to define success on your own terms. What does...
S3 E22: Tint World Franchisee Myriam Guerrero: Why I Bought
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tint World's franchisee, Myriam Guerrero discusses why her and her husband, Alex Guerrero, opened a Tint World in Texas. With Charles N. Internicola a...
S3 E21: How Youth Athletes United Franchisor John Erlandson found Success
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a successful executive, John Erlandson had everything he needed. But after risking it all, he found what he wanted - in franchising. Nick Po...
S3 E20: Go Mini's Franchisee Matthew Stapleford's Story
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a nonlinear path from college to entrepreneurship, Stapleford discovered a new avenue for success in the franchise world. Come listen to M...
S3 E19: What Property Management Inc. wants out of Franchisees
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Danessa Itaya, President of Property Management Inc. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danessa-itaya-87397615/). What does she want out of franchising...
S3 E18: Lightbridge Academy Franchisee Manan Shah | Why I Bought
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion with Manan Shah, Lightbridge Academy: “When we learned of Lightbridge Academy, we saw how family-oriented and hands-on they were,” Ma...
S3 E17: Footprints Floors Franchisee Adnan Alhaide | Why I Bought
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Entering his second year as a franchisee, Alhaide discusses why he bought a franchise from Footprints Floors - and what he's learning along the way. N...
S3 E16: Hounds Town USA CEO Jackie Bondanza | Why You Why Now
12 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What I want out of franchisee, our process and our scale: Featuring Jackie Bondanza, CEO of Hounds Town USA. Hounds Town USA's CEO, Jackie Bondanza, t...
S3 E15: Meet the Zor: Sheri Winesett of Intellegent Leadership Executive Coaching | Why You Why Now
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Charles Internicola and Ben are joined by Sheri Winesett of Intelligent Leadership Executive Coaching to talk about her franchising story. 1. So...
S3 E14: Meet the Zee: Ted Beaman MOOYAH Franchisee | How and Why they Bought
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ted Beaman, who bought a MOOYAH Franchise talks with Charles about his story. Franchisee, Ted Beaman, sits down with Charles N. Internico...
S3 E13: The Exit In Mind
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Good businesses always take charge of every aspect of their franchise and that includes the end of the franchise. Nick and Charles drive home this imp...
S3 E12: When do Multi-Unit Franchisees Diversify their Portfolios
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When is the right time to diversify portfolios of a multi-unit franchisee? That seems like a challenging question, but Nick and Charles are ready to b...
S3 E11: The Hunt for the Great Multi Unit Franchisee
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The aha moment many franchisors have is the aha moment when they discover that multi-unit franchisees are easier to work with, grow with, and sell wit...
S3 E10: Reinvesting in Your Business as a Multi-Unit Franchise Owner
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to grow as a multi-unit franchise owner, you have to be willing to reinvest in the business over, and over, and over again. Listen to Char...
S3 E9: What Multi-Unit Franchise Owners Should Spend on Marketing
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In order to be a multi-unit franchise owner, you have to be willing to invest. How much should you budget on marketing? CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX P...
S3 E8: Building Your Business Plan & Opening Your Franchise
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So, you have decided to become a franchisee. What happens next? N&C discuss. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to...
S3 E7: Can you Negotiate your Franchise Agreement?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What parts of the FDD are up for debate? N&C will discuss CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: https://franxlaunch.com/ SUBSCRIBE to our Channel: https...
S3 E6: What Questions Should You Ask at Discovery Day
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We'll talk with a franchisor about questions they would recommend the franchise buyer asks during a discovery day. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: htt...
S3 E5: What to Expect When Inquiring to a Franchisor
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It can be super frustrating to get a qualified lead and have them ghost you. We'll talk with a franchisor about what it feels like on the other side! ...
S3 E4: The Secrets to Blind Due Diligence (ZORS ZEES)
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We were talking with a prospective franchisee this week (it’s fun to be the qualifier) and we asked about their due diligence. He is a former ...
S3 E3: FRANCHISEES: How to Research a Franchise Category
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you do your due diligence on a franchise category? What you should know? What you should ask? What you should see. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFI...
S3 E2: Buying a Franchise: What can I afford?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Buying a franchise sounds exciting. Well it should be a great step in a hopefully successful journey, but how do you know if that company you can affo...
S3 E1: Understanding Your Franchise Sales Budget
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sure, 2022 has begun, but that doesn't mean you should be prepared to wiggle and dance your way through your budget, budgeting and deployment. N&C...
S2 E55: Goodbye to 2021
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yay! 2021 has officially come to an end. Start making those New Year's Resolutions and end the year and start the next year on a positive note. ...
S2 E54: Everything you want to know about legal in franchising
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Charles an expert in the legal side of franchising, Charles discusses along with Nick all you to know to be successful. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PR...
S2 E53: Selling Franchises
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Thompson joins the show along with Nick to discuss how he brought franchises up and then sold those franchises for eventual profits. CREATE YOUR...
S2 E52: Franchise Success Strategies
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Nick & Charles in a discussion with Threshold Brand's Scott Sutton about some successful strategies to help progress your franchise. CREATE Y...
S2 E51: Budgeting and Deploying Franchise Sales Strategy
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Most successful things start with a plan and a strategy to continue success. Join Nick & Charles in a discussion with Raintree's Brent Dowling and...
S2 E50: What Franchising is and Should You Franchise
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Franchising is a beautiful thing for many businesses. It is a two-way street of opportunity -- both for franchisors and franchisees alike. Why do entr...
S2 E49: Why do franchises even franchise?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Fortunately or unfortunately, there are a lot of franchises out there. You could go on a stream of options, like like Benjamin Buford “Bubba” Blue...
S2 E48: Measuring your ROI when it comes to Franchise Sales
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you measure your ROI when it comes to franchise sales, the broker networks and your growth. What should you expect on ROI from franchise market...
S2 E47: Tricks to Encouraging Franchise Brokers to Push Your Franchise
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want your franchise to grow? I would certainly want mine to grow. Learn these tricks with N&C to figure out how to encourage franchise brok...
S2 E46: Marketing to Franchise Brokers - Tips & Tricks
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Franchise brokers need to be marketed to in a similar way to franchise prospects for very similar reasons as a prospect: - Education of your why you/w...
S2 E45: How to pat more Broker’s backs
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You are standing at a franchise fork in the road (go with us for a moment). At this fork, you, as a franchise broker have to make a specific decision....
S2 E44: Laws, Rules & Regulations of Working with Franchise Brokers
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Good thing we have a resident lawyer on the FranX team. Sir Chuck will guide us through the rules and regulations of working with franchise brokers. C...
S2 E43: How to Determine Which Broker System Best Aligns with your Goals?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hey there, good lookin’. Can I buy you a drink? How to start a relationship & How to Determine which broker system best aligns with your ...
S2 E42: What is a Franchise Broker and How do they Help You Grow Your Franchise
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Even though they are the talk of the franchise industry, many franchisors don't know how to best use the broker network. Yet, when leveraged correctly...
S2 E41: How to Win with Franchise Brokers
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Get me more deals. Lots of them. Like, really, lots of them. How can franchisors win with the franchise brokers. N&C discuss. CREATE YOUR FREE FRA...
S2 E40: What Causes Franchisees to Fail?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is it the zor? Is it the training? Is it the qualification? What causes franchisees to fail? N&C get at it -- and you can, too. Join in the conver...
S2 E39: The franchisees are coming! Are you ready?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's been quite some time since a big layoff was connected to economic behavior (ala 2008). Is another one coming? Are there going to be shifts in the...
S2 E38: How to fool franchisees with the use of Item 19
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Want to trick buyers into buying your franchise? Of course you don't -- let's not be silly. How can you use Item 19 to tell your story? What informati...
S2 E37: My franchisees don't listen, so, this is what I'm going to do
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bad franchisees. They cause so many grey hairs. What can you do about it? N&C dive in. Join in the conversation by leaving a comment below. CREATE...
S2 E36: Did you hear of the franchisee that went bungee jumping
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Of course not. Why? The franchisee is risk averse. However, that just may be the most important insight of your next level franchise sales. N&a...
S2 E35: 5 Burning Franchise Questions and The Truthful Answers
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Question 1: Will franchise expos/shows/conferences return? Question 2: Can brokers solve your development woes? Question 3: If I want to ...
S2 E34: What's Your Franchise Cost Per Deal?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Cost Per Deal. It's a franchise buzz term that is typically backed by unicorns (meaning, we make up magical, not real numbers). Unicorn numbers are ce...
S2 E33: Does Money Sell More Franchises?
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What if you were to say screw it and take a ton of money and put it into frandev. Would that drive more leads and deals? Could you take those funds to...
S2 E32: The COVID is coming, The COVID is coming
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well, here we are again -- fear over this awful thing called COVID. Is it time to panic? Is it time to backcast? Is it time to increase your spends? N...
S2 E31: In Franchising, No Means Maybe
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to selling franchises, sometimes sales teams are forced to advocate for a candidate, even though they are not 100 percent confident that...
S2 E30: When Franchise Marketing and Franchise Sales Collide
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When the marketing and franchise teams gel, so does the brand. What rocks should you lift up to find more of the right deals? How do you introduce fra...
S2 E29: No One Cares About Cost Per Lead in Franchising
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
People can receive many leads in a certain period, but what does this actually do when the business is only talking to a few of those leads. Trying to...
S2 E28: Why franchise brands are constantly chasing INSERT WORD
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why are franchise brands constantly chasing INSERT WORD? What is INSERT WORD you may ask? Watch Nick and Charles explain and help you learn along the ...
S2 E27: Your FDD Means Nothing to My Lawyer
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome! Charles is back after missing last episode and is ready to discuss with Nick how legal FDD affects lawyers. CREATE YOUR FREE FRANX PROFILE: h...
S2 E26: Gimme More #freefranchising
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Gimme more. More business. More growth. More Nick. Nick is alone this time trying to teach you about wanting more, so tune in and see how Nick goes wi...
S2 E25: Franchise Digital Advertising for Dummies
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
No one wants to be a dummy, especially a dummy in franchise digital advertising. Dummies are not successful so let's be successful and become a smarty...
S2 E24: What Makes Franchise Prospects Buy Franchises
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What makes Franchisees say yes to the Franchisor? A good smile doesn't allow them to get the business, so what makes these people say yes? Join Nick a...
S2 E23: FranCreepers are Watching You, What to do
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you are telling the truth, and we mean, really telling the truth, you know you have creeped on someone before. Whether that was an ex, a prospect, ...
S2 E22: Understanding Your Budget When Buying a Franchise
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Budget is one of the most important aspects that define a business. When buying a franchise the budget that you have should be the determining factor ...
S2 E21: Case Closed: How to Solve a Franchise Murder Mystery
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Would you buy this franchise again?" Sir Prospect asks. "Um, maybe," Madam Franchisee says. And just like that, the murder of Bob's Bage...
S2 E20: How to get Rich Owning a Franchise
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Rich. When you buy a franchise, that's what should happen -- right? N&C will dive into the question: Can you get rich owning a franchise. Add ques...
S2 E19: Resales don't count toward goals, duh
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why would anyone care about a resale? Franchise sales peeps can't count that toward goals, bro. Or is that the wrong mindset? Join in with C&N, th...
S2 E18: Doubling the Size of your Franchise System
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine saying that you could double the size of your franchise system. Who wouldn't want to do that? Don't say that it can't happen. Nick and Charles...