In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter explores one of the key moments in the franchise selection process: the 'third call' with clients. Tim explains how FranCoach evaluates and presents three to four franchise options based on detailed discussions and profiles. He emphasizes the importance of keeping an open mind, even if initial choices…

In this episode of Franchising 101, Bobby Strumlauf, Director of Franchise Development for Mr. Appliance, shares his journey from a history teacher to a franchise development director. He discusses the unique aspects of Mr. Appliance, including its business model, advantages, and the robust support provided by its parent company, Neighborly. Bobby also highlights the ease…

In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter sits down with Ryan Parsons, CEO of Evive Brands, to discuss his journey from co-founding a gutter business with his brother to leading a successful franchise platform. Ryan shares insights on the challenges and triumphs of franchising, the importance of leadership and passion in running a business,…

Create wealth, achieve your goals, and build a legacy in the franchising world. In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, explores the intricacies of scaling a franchise. He discusses the differences between retail and non-retail franchises, key traits needed for a successful owner, and the importance of…

In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Will Bartholomew, the founder and CEO of D1 Training, a fitness franchise dedicated to inspiring and motivating athletes to train like Division 1 athletes. Will shares his personal journey, overcoming an ACL injury in 8th grade to earning a full scholarship to the University of Tennessee…

In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter speaks with Maya Ratcliff, the founder of Hawaii Fluid Art. Maya shares her inspiring journey from being a banker at Wells Fargo to building a thriving art franchise. After being laid off, Maya moved to Hawaii and began exploring various art forms, eventually discovering fluid art by…

In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter, Founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses the preparation needed for the final step in the franchise discovery process—Meet the Team Day, also sometimes known as Discovery Day. Listen in as he describes the steps leading up to this pivotal moment, including the importance of funding strategies, validation…

In this 200th episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, dives into essential yet often overlooked insights for potential franchise owners. Listen in as Tim debunks common myths about franchising and highlights critical factors such as the owner's role, franchise support, and interpersonal connections within the franchise system. WANT…

In this episode of the Franchising 101 podcast, returning guest Amanda Dempsey, Shareholder and Co-chair of Franchising, Licensing, and Distribution at Saxton & Stump, discusses the intricacies of franchise agreements. Listen in as Amanda speaks about the importance of understanding franchise agreements, the significance of indemnification clauses, spousal guarantees, and the implications of term limits….

In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter interviews franchising legend Paul Pickett, the Chief Development Officer and Executive Vice President of Franchising for Wild Birds Unlimited. Paul shares his journey from being a bird lover and ornithology graduate to becoming a pivotal figure in the franchising industry. He discusses the origins of Wild Birds…