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Franchising 101 is THE premier podcast in the franchise industry. Hosted by Tim Parmeter, the Founder/CEO of FranCoach, Franchising 101 is designed to help educate listeners on all aspects of franchise ownership. Episodes feature a wide range of guest industry leaders, spotlights on top franchisors, interviews with franchisees, and more. FranCoach is partnered with 600+ franchisors in 70+ industries and our service is always free. To learn more visit www.franchising101podcast.net or www.fran ...
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 275 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Danielle Wright to share their visions and goals for 2026. Together, they dive into why consistency and positi…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 274 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, kicks off 2026 with an insightful and humorous take on the top 10 reasons you should NOT buy a franchise this year. Drawing f…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 273 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, explains in detail the discovery process for potential franchise owners and what happens on the franchisor’s side of things. …
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 272 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Chip Baranowski, Director of Franchise Development for Green Home Solutions. They discuss the unique franchise opp…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 271 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes R. Scott Sutton, the Chief Development Officer at Empower Brands. The discussion dives into the nuances of comparing…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 270 - In this episode of the Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, cuts through the hype around semi-absentee franchise ownership. Tim breaks down what the model really requires, why it so oft…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 269 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes back Chad Ackerman, a franchise owner and real estate investor. Chad discusses his journey from being a W-2 emplo…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 268 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, speaks with Carlie Wilmes, managing partner and co-founder of Reimagine CRE, a company specializing in helping franchisees…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 267 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Charles Bonfiglio, founder and CEO of Tint World. Charles shares his journey from a love for cars to building a…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 266 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Craig Moody, founder and president of Shoot 360. Craig shares his unique journey from a high school and college…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 265 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, is joined by the frequent and esteemed guest, Danielle Wright, founder and CEO of Create A Shift and President of FranCoac…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 264 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Mike Mushinski,President of Garage Experts. Mike shares his extensive experience in franchising, from being a f…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 263 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, speaks with financial advisor Luke Murray from Edward Jones. They discuss critical considerations for those transitioning …
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 262 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses the initial steps of the franchise discovery process. Listen in as Tim describes FranCoach’s multi-step discover…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 261 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, talks with Carson Suppé, Director of Franchise Development for Enviro-Master. They discuss the company's extensive support…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 259 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Michelle Rowan of Franchise Business Review to unpack why third-party franchisee satisfaction surveys are a…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 259 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, welcomes Lance Ingram (Founder) and Tim Lovett (CEO) of Waterloo Turf, a fast-growing home services franchise specializing…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ \ 🎙️ Episode 258 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, sits down with Bobbie Lloyd, CEO and Chief Baking Officer of Magnolia Bakery, and Jason Mattes, VP of Development and Sa…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 257 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Theresa Batiller, a brand new franchise owner. Theresa shares her journey from a long corporate career to enter…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 256 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, interviews Chris Brown, Vice President of Franchise Development for Clothes Bin. Listen as they take a deep dive into the …
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 255 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, discusses the unusual but crucial trait needed for finding the perfect franchise: being selfish. He explains why it's esse…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 254 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter interviews Sean Fitzgerald, CEO of TruBlue Home Service Ally. Sean shares insights into the franchisor’s value and the importance of continuous support f…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 253 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter speaks with Trevor Rappleye, CEO and storyteller of Franchise Filming. They explore the vital role of storytelling in marketing, especially within the fr…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 252 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter interviews Anthony Spagnola, Vice President of Franchise Development for Stand Strong Fencing. Listen in as they explore how Stand Strong Fencing leverag…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 251 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter explores a crucial aspect of the franchise vetting process that is often overlooked. He discusses the top three factors that significantly impact th…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 250 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter sits down with Lynette McKee, Senior Vice President of Franchising at Potbelly Sandwich Shop. Lynette shares her extensive journey in franchising, f…
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🎙️ Episode 249 - In this episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, host Tim Parmeter interviews Jereme Shelton, Vice President of Franchise Development at ohDEER. They discuss ohDEER's mission to help people enjoy more time outdoors through their all-natural pest control services for deer, ticks, and mosquitoes. Jereme shares insights on the …
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 248 - In this episode of the FranCoach’s Franchising 101 Podcast, Tim Parmeter chats with Trevor Schermer, a new franchise owner, about his motivations and his experience with the selection process. Trevor shares his journey fro…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 247 - In this special episode of FranCoach’s Franchising 101 podcast, Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, takes a deep dive into the critical, often overlooked, negative aspects of the franchising industry. Tim shares in…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 246 - This episode picks up where we left off last week, diving deeper into the essential topic of staffing your franchise—but this time, from the franchisor’s support perspective. Tim Parmeter explains how franchisors help new …
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🎙️ Episode 244 - In this week’s episode of Franchising 101, host Tim Parmeter takes a deep dive into one of the most critical—and often intimidating—aspects of franchise ownership: labor. Whether you're wondering if you can run a franchise solo, trying to decide between skilled or unskilled labor, or curious about working with subcontractors, this …
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 244 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Mike Oberholtzer, VP of Franchise Development, and Lesly Harden, Broker Liaison for HomeVestors. The discussion delves into how HomeVestors helps people out of chal…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 243 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Justin Livingston from Ziggi's Coffee. They discuss the importance of understanding your 'why' for entering franchise ownership and Ziggi's unique business model, w…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 242 - Join Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, as he welcomes Eric McConaty, a Focal Point Business Coaching owner, to the Franchising 101 Podcast. In this episode of 'In Their Words,' Eric shares his inspiring journey f…
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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today! https://www.francoach.net/ 🎙️ Episode 241 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter challenges a surprising idea: "Maybe now isn't the right time to own a franchise"—and not for the reasons you might expect. Amid market uncertainty, tariffs, and personal li…
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🎙️ Episode 240 - In this episode, Tim Parmeter breaks down one of the most misunderstood—but essential—documents in the franchising world: the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). He also demystifies the term “going dark,” which tends to sound ominous but is a routine part of the franchising process each year. If you’ve ever been confused (or intim…
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🎙️ Episode 239 - In this episode of Franchising 101, FranCoach founder and CEO Tim Parmeter tackles a frustrating myth in the franchising world: the idea that franchising is “just buying a job.” With his trademark humor and candid tone, Tim breaks down the truth behind the phrase, explaining why — yes — sometimes franchising is buying a job… but th…
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🎙️ Episode 238 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Logan and Ashtin Smith from Arlington, Texas. The couple shares their journey to becoming owners of Mr. Appliance. Ashtin, a former deaf education teacher and stay-at-home mom, and Logan, experienced in insurance, mortgage, and financial technology sales, discuss their motiv…
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🎙️ Episode 237 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter interviews Trent Huey, Vice President of Franchise Development at Neighborly. Trent shares his journey from being a high school teacher and oil field worker to joining Neighborly nine years ago. He oversees the development of Mr. Electric, Mr. Appliance, and Mr. Rooter franchises. Th…
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🎙️ Episode 236 - Franchising 101 is celebrating Women in Franchising in the month of March! In this episode, Tim Parmeter interviews Danielle Champeau, who shares her inspiring journey from being a stay-at-home mom to becoming a franchise owner of Senior Helpers. Previously working in criminal justice and mental health, Danielle turned to nursing b…
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🎙️ Episode 235 - Franchising 101 is celebrating Women in Franchising in the month of March! In this episode, Tim Parmeter welcomes Marci Kleinsasser, Vice President of Marketing for Franchise Development at Home Franchise Concepts. Marci shares her unique journey into franchising, beginning with her father's franchise business and evolving into sig…
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🎙️ Episode 234 - Franchising 101 is celebrating Women in Franchising in the month of March! In this episode, we welcome Trudy Flores Reibling. Trudy shares her journey from diverse job experiences to becoming the proud owner of a Sky Zone Trampoline Park. Trudy opens up about her initial insecurities, the process of selecting the right franchise, a…
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🎙️ Episode 233 - Franchising 101 is celebrating Women in Franchising in the month of March and kicking of this special series with Laura Rea Dickey, the CEO of Dickey's Barbecue Pit. Laura shares her remarkable journey from a career in technology and marketing to leading one of the most iconic barbecue chains in America. The discussion covers the f…
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🎙️ 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 i…
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🎙️ 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, and …
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🎙️ 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, fr…
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🎙️ 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 returns to FranCoac…
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🎙️ 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 busine…
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🎙️ 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. H…
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🎙️ 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 landscap…
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