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WEBINARS | JANUARY 22, 2013
This third enstallment of our information-packed webinars gives entrepreneurs the inside information they need to achieve their goal of business ownership. Three franchisees will discuss their journey to franchise ownership, including their best advice for researching and funding a franchise, how to access capital, how much money it really takes to start a business (and keep it going), and the pitfalls to avoid if you want to be successful.
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WEBINARS | SEPTEMBER 13, 2012
This second enstallment of our information-packed webinars gives entrepreneurs the inside information they need to achieve their goal of business ownership. Three franchisees will discuss their journey to franchise ownership, including their best advice for researching and funding a franchise, how to access capital, how much money it really takes to start a business (and keep it going), and the pitfalls to avoid if you want to be successful.
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PODCAST | SEPTEMBER 11, 2012
An interview with Checkers and Rally's President and CEO Rick Silva.
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WEBINARS | AUGUST 9, 2012
Listen to our latest webinar for entrepreneurs considering a franchise opportunity. The program features a panel of franchisees discussing their journey to franchise ownership, including their best advice for researching and funding a franchise, how to access capital, how much money it really takes to start a business (and keep it going), and the pitfalls to avoid if you want to be successful.
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PODCAST | AUGUST 8, 2012
An interview with Our Town America CEO Michael Plummer Jr.
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PODCAST | JUNE 7, 2012
An interview with Homewatch CareGivers President Leann Reynolds.
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PODCAST | MAY 9, 2012
An interview with Childrens Lighthouse CEO Mike Brown.
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PODCAST | APRIL 11, 2012
An interview with Sam Cross, College Hunk Hauling Junk franchisee in Nashville, Tennessee.
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PODCAST | APRIL 10, 2012
PODCAST | JANUARY 24, 2012
An interview with FirstLight HomeCare CEO Jeff Bevis.
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PODCAST | NOVEMBER 18, 2011
An interview with Interstate All Battery Center Vice President Scott Miller.
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PODCAST | AUGUST 8, 2011
An interview with Home Instead Senior Care COO Jeff Huber.
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PODCAST | JULY 28, 2011
An interview with Batteries Plus VP of Development John Twist.
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WEBINARS | JULY 1, 2011
Listen to a recorded webinar that discusses what it's like to be a part of the child services industry, and hear from a few child services franchisees themselves.
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PODCAST | JUNE 15, 2011
PODCAST | JUNE 7, 2011
An interview with Voodoo BBQ & Grill CEO Tony Avila.
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PODCAST | MAY 17, 2011
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PODCAST | MAY 4, 2011
An interview with Christian Brothers Automotive COO Lew Ten Have.
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PODCAST | MAY 4, 2011
An interview with Jim Hackett, TeamLogic IT franchisee in Massachusetts.
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PODCAST | MAY 4, 2011
An interview with Laurie Sigillito, FASTSIGNS franchisee in Durango, Colorado.
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PODCAST | MAY 4, 2011
An interview with Jeff Toth, Christian Brothers Automotive franchisee in Houston, Texas.
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WEBINARS | APRIL 28, 2011
Listen to a recorded webinar that discusses common mistakes franchisees make during tax time, and how those mistakes can be avoided.
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WEBINARS | FEBRUARY 10, 2011
WEBINARS | JANUARY 3, 2011
Listen to a recorded webinar that discusses the findings of our just-released Senior Care and Home Healthcare report and explains the unique methodology we use to assess a franchise investment opportunity.
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WEBINARS | JULY 30, 2010
Listen to a recorded webinar from current franchisees from some of today's top franchise systems and learn about the steps they took to successful franchise ownership.
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PODCAST | JUNE 23, 2010
An interview with Deb Evans, CEO and President of COMPUTER EXPLORERS
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PODCAST | JUNE 10, 2010
An interview with Jeff Brown, CertaPro Painters franchisee in Knoxville, Tennessee.
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PODCAST | MARCH 17, 2010
Frank Dunne shares his experience in finding the right franchise opportunity
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PODCAST | FEBRUARY 23, 2010
An interview with franchise expert Mitchell York, author of Franchising: Freedom or Fantasy?
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WEBINARS | NOVEMBER 5, 2009
Listen to our latest franchisee webinar panel, Franchise Success: The Ins and Outs of Buying the Right Franchise. Follow the advice and tips from franchisees Beth George of Showhomes, Anthony Smith of Home Instead Senior Care, and Rodney Swope of Interstate All Battery Center, to find YOUR perfect franchise!
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PODCAST | MAY 13, 2009
An interview with Matt Slappey, Murphy Business & Financial franchisee in Atlanta, Georgia.
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PODCAST | MAY 13, 2009
An interview with Leon Feuerberg, Aussie Pet Mobile franchisee in the Seattle, Washington area.
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PODCAST | MAY 13, 2009
An interview with Kathy Stokes, PostNet franchisee in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.
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PODCAST | MAY 13, 2009
An interview with Craig Howes, Budget Blinds franchisee in Central & Northern Alberta, Canada.
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PODCAST | MAY 13, 2009
An interview with Chuck Healy, Handyman Matters franchisee in St. Louis, Minnesota.
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PODCAST | MAY 13, 2009
An interview with Bill Clement, Handyman Matters franchisee in Galveston, Texas.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
Interview with Don Thurman, a Fast-Fix Jewelry and Watch Repair franchisee in Louisville, Kentucky.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
Interview with Peter Lecody, Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repair franchisee in Dallas, Texas.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
An interview with Brooke Wilson, Two Men and a Truck franchisee in the North Carolina and Georgia territories.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
Interview with Tom Atkins; an Andy OnCall franchisee from Kansas City, Kansas.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
Interview with Mike Wohlrab, an Andy OnCall franchisee in Sarasota, Florida.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
An interview with Tera Darnell, Two Men and a Truck franchisee in the Brighton, Michigan area.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
An interview with Rick Watt, 5-Star Painting franchisee in Denver, Colorado.
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PODCAST | MAY 12, 2009
An interview with Dean and Charlotte Blanchard, The Maids franchisees in Baton Rouge, Louisianna.
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PODCAST | APRIL 13, 2009
Eric Stites, President of Franchise Business Review speaks with Roger Murphy, CEO of Murphy Business & Financial.
Murphy Business & Financial provides new or experienced business brokers with the support to build a successful business brokerage firm on several fronts.
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PODCAST | APRIL 13, 2009
Eric Stites, President of Franchise Business Review speaks with Bill Nolen, Director of Franchise of Truly Nolen of America.
The dream of owning a top ranked franchise at reasonable cost is now a reality and within reach. An unbeatable combination! Our high-value, low-cost business model has doubled our franchise growth since 2002. Owning a Truly Nolen franchise provides you with an opportunity for business growth and an exciting future for you and your family.
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WEBINARS | OCTOBER 22, 2008
Here directly from four highly successful franchisees and what it took to make their business successful. How did they choose their franchise? What mistakes did they make? How are they dealing with the current economic slow down? Hear what advice they have to share with you.
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PODCAST | JULY 29, 2008
An Interview with Mark Carr, Chairman, President and CEO of Christian Brothers Automotive Franchise.
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PODCAST | JULY 10, 2008
An interview with Dan Lockwood, President of Unishippers.
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PODCAST | JULY 1, 2008
An interview with Liam Crowe, CEO of Bark Busters.
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PODCAST | JUNE 24, 2008
An interview with Jeff Bevis, President of INTERIORS by Decorating Den.
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PODCAST | MAY 28, 2008
An interview with Bob Bingham, CEO of The Little Gym.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Tim Evankovich at The Cleaning Authority
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Kevin Cushing, CEO of Alphagraphics
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Deb Evans, CEO of COMPUTERTOTS/COMPUTER EXPLORERS
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Colette Bell, CEO of Handyman Matters
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Charlie Chase, CEO of CertaPro Painters
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Tom Harris, Founder of Andy On Call
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Steve Rafsky, CEO of Padgett Business Services
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Tom Bunchman, Founder of JumpBunch
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Chip Reeves, CEO of Computer Troubleshooters
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Jim Booth, CEO of Comfort Keepers
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Godfred Otuteye, CEO of Money Mailer
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Chad Hallock, CEO of Budget Blinds
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Joe Lindenmayer, President of TSS Photography
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Andrew Wilson, a franchisee for 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Brian Scudamore, CEO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Genie and Todd Beaver, franchisees for 1-800-GOT-JUNK.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Eileen Marrison, a franchise owner for Two Men and a Truck.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Tripp Moore, a franchise owner for Two Men and a Truck.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Steve Jackson, CEO of Hungry Howie's Pizza & Subs.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Cody Howard, Founder and President of Heaven's Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Mike Rippey, CEO of 1-800-Radiator and one of his North Carolina franchisees.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Chris Elliot a recent El Pollo Loco franchise owner in the Atlanta, GA area.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with El Pollo Loco CEO and President Steve Carley.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
An interview with Sotheby's Real Estate CEO and President Mike Good.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
Interview with Snap-on Tools President of Sales and Franchising Barrie Young.
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PODCAST | MARCH 31, 2008
Interview with Jenny Craig's Director of Franchise Development Vic DeSio.
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WEBINARS | JANUARY 15, 2008
On August 3, 2006 Franchise Business Review hosted a free webinar on the ins and outs of buying a franchise. In this webinar participants learned the franchise basics; how to choose opportunities that fit your needs, how to research a franchise company, how much money can you really make, and the steps you have to take to achieve success. The entire presentation is roughly 1 hour and 45 minutes in length.
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PODCAST | JANUARY 15, 2008
An interview with FranChoice President Lori Block about FranChoice's services for helping you find the right franchise.
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PODCAST | JANUARY 15, 2008
An interview with the Guidant Financial CEO David Nilssen about alternative franchise financing.
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PODCAST | JANUARY 15, 2008
An interview with Michael Plummer, Sr., CEO of Our Town America, a Direct Marketer To New Movers
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part of Franchise Business Review's annual franchisee satisfaction awards. We explore what trends we're seeing in 2013, what concepts and franchise models are most popular, what’s involved from an investment and financing standpoint, and how franchisee satisfaction has fared in the past year.