From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying

The Importance of Talking to Franchisees Before Investing

13 Oct 2025

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Send us a textHost: Michelle Rowan of Franchise Business ReviewGuest: Madeleine Zook, CMO of Threshold Brands and Multi-Unit/Multi-Brand FranchiseeSummary:In this episode, Michelle Rowan and Madeleine Zook delve into the crucial role of engaging with franchisees before committing to a franchise investment. Madeleine emphasizes that speaking with current franchisees provides invaluable insights into the realities of running a franchise, beyond what franchisors can legally disclose. This dialogue helps potential franchisees understand the financial and time commitments involved, as well as the challenges and successes experienced by others. By learning from both high-performing and struggling franchisees, prospective buyers can make more informed decisions, ensuring they align their expectations with the realities of franchise ownership. The episode underscores that thorough due diligence, including these conversations, is essential for making a sound investment.Resources:10 Questions to Ask a Franchisor if you're considering investing.How to Evaluate ROI before investing in a franchiseUnderstanding the FDD: Podcast Episode 9.What Makes A Good Franchisee?: Podcast Episode 8The Importance of Franchisee Satisfaction: Podcast Episode 7Who is FBR?: Podcast Episode 1What Do You Need to Start a Franchise? Your Due Diligence ChecklistConnect with Us: Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.comFollow us on Instagram, @franchisebusinessreviewSubscribe to our newsletterCheck us out on YouTube, @FranchiseBusinessReviewConnect with us on LinkedIn

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

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From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying

The Importance of Talking to Franchisees Before Investing

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3ª PARTE | 17 DIC 2025 | EL PARTIDAZO DE COPE

13:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

10:00H | 21 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

13:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

12:00H | 20 DIC 2025 | Fin de Semana

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