🎙️ Episode 232 – In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes back Jason Henshaw from Mosquito Squad to discuss his journey into franchising and the exciting changes within the company, now branded as Mosquito Squad Plus. Jason shares his past entrepreneurial endeavors and provides insights into the franchising world, emphasizing the importance of…

🎙️ Episode 231 – Hear directly from a FranCoach client! In this special “In Their Words” episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Zach McNelis from Austin, Texas, who shares his journey from a tech career to becoming a Pirtek franchise owner. Zach discusses his background in technology, the motivations behind his shift to franchising,…

🎙️ Episode 230 – In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Greg Jones from Mr. Handyman and Neighborly. Greg shares his journey from the financial services sector to franchising, highlighting the versatility and opportunities within the Mr. Handyman brand. The discussion encompasses the wide range of services Mr. Handyman offers, from minor repairs…

🎙️ Episode 229 – In this episode of Franchising 101,Tim Parmeter talks to a repeat client who sought franchise ownership to gain control over his career. Listen in to hear how this client navigated the transition from the corporate world, chose his first franchise in 2019, launched it successfully amid the 2020 pandemic, and now…

🎙️ Episode 228 – In this episode of Franchising 101,Tim Parmeter interviews Karyn White, the Director of Franchise Development for Spavia Day Spa. They discuss Karyn’s journey from nonprofit fundraising to franchise development, emphasizing the importance of relationship-building in the franchising world. The conversation highlights Spavia's business model, which offers an affordable luxury spa experience…

🎙️ Episode 227 – In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Danny Creed, a seasoned entrepreneur and business coach with an extensive background in sales, marketing, and franchising. Danny shares his journey from growing up on a farm in Kansas to becoming a successful radio personality and later transitioning into entrepreneurship. He discusses…

🎙️ Episode 226 – In this episode of Franchising 101, we are joined by Jason Feifer, editor-in-chief of Entrepreneur magazine, for a deep dive into the 46th annual Franchise 500 ranking. Jason discusses the rigorous data-driven process behind the rankings, highlights new and emerging franchise categories, and shares insights on the evolving landscape of franchising….

🎙️ Episode 225 – In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses one of the biggest misconceptions in franchising: the financial investment required. Contrary to popular belief, not all franchises necessitate million-dollar investments and a higher investment doesn’t always equate to higher returns. Tim also provides insights into the…

🎙️ Episode 224 – In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes frequent guest Danielle Wright to discuss the highs and lows of the franchising world in 2024 and share outlooks and advice for 2025. Topics include the stability and cautious optimism in the franchising sphere, the importance of self-reflection and goal-setting, and the…

🎙️ Episode 223 – In this episode of Franchising 101, FranCoach Founder & CEO, Tim Parmeter, discusses the common fears surrounding competition in the franchising world. He talks about the inevitability of competition in any business and explains how prospective franchise owners should view and handle it. Tim also shares insights on how to determine…