The Best Business Advice I Ever Received was from the Oakland Raiders
The most positive thing that came from all the delays is that I had the privilege of sitting next to one of the main leaders in the Oakland Raiders organization on my last flight. We immediately hit it off and enjoyed the time learning from each other.
What is the Franchise Sales Process?
I worked with a very smart entrepreneur about 10 years ago who had built up a real estate empire in Texas. He built his own company from the ground up, and this was the first time he considered franchise options.
Should You Open a Franchise in These Uncertain Times?
The most important question to ask yourself right now is, how do you react in uncertain times? Becoming a business owner in uncertain times requires a certain amount of self-confidence, strength, and resilience.
Funding Available for New & Existing Franchisees Through the CARES Act
Many of you have reached out to me about the CARES act that was initiated to provide $376 billion in relief for American workers and small businesses.
No Face Masks to All the Masks
Would you have believed me if I told you in January that we would not have sports, schools would be cancelled, travel would be banned, and every person would be wearing a face mask in a mere three months?
“Pandemic-Resilient” Franchises
I am learning that “Recession-Resistant” and “Pandemic-Resistant” industries are not the same. When I think of recession-resistant businesses, need-based franchises come to mind. For example, fire/water restoration, plumbing, car maintenance, and maximizing your enjoyment on a tight budget.
“No Ragrets!”
If you have a dream, go after it! If you fall down, get back up. You’ll be smarter & stronger when you get back up. Use this year as a springboard to live a life that you are proud.
A Year From Now You’ll Wish You Had Started Today
When I think back on 2020, I realize that motivation is a myth. It is temporary. How do you stay motivated? You don’t. Somedays you are motivated and some you are not.
Tony Robbins DWD-A super spreader event?!
A year ago, I attended Tony Robbin’s Date with Destiny (DWD) event. It was a 6-day, 6-night intensive conference designed to take your life to the next level. This event was attended by over 5,000 people from all over the world…
Not Sexy Businesses Thriving Through COVID
Opening a franchise in a pandemic, who would do it? Apparently, many people! Franchising is exploding right now as people are craving security, control, diversification, and sometimes multiple streams of income. Franchise ownership can provide all of these.