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Pamela Currie, Host of the Franchise Business Radio show and Founder of Franchise Intellect, Inc. www.FranchiseIntellect.com specializes in helping aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the franchise selection process, achieve financial independence and avoid a devastating investment in the wrong business.







Show Notes:

On this episode of Franchise Business Radio, we have 2 of a Woof Pack (Jill and Taylor) sharing about a Pet Sitting, Dog Walking, Mobile Pet Grooming & So Much More Franchise Opportunity.

Podcasts Topics:



*What is the Story behind your Woofies Pet Ventures? 



*Explain who Authority Brands is?



*Explain the business model



***What makes you different?



* When did you start franchising?



****What kind of growth are you experiencing?



* What do you look for in a Franchisee?



*Day and Life and Role of Zee

*What is the Initial Investment to become a franchise operator?



*Do you offer an Item 19 (Financial Performance), if so what can you share?



*In closing, Any Tips for budding entrepreneurs 







To learn more about Franchise Intellect complimentary services or becoming a guest on the Franchise Business Radio show simply email Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com or call Pam at 847-970-8765

ABC Shark Tank Star Barbara Corcoran on Georgia Business Radio

“Shark Tank” Co-Host and entrepreneur Barbara Corcoran is teaming up with Catherine Hernandez-Blades of Aflac to examine some important ways that small businesses especially businesses owned by women and consumers can stretch their dollars and stay competitive in the marketplace. They’ll also share information about new Aflac small-business solutions designed to help ease the burden of benefits administrators.



Barbara Corcoran | Catherine Hernandez-Blades







Barbara Corcoran’s credentials include straight D’s in high school and college and twenty jobs by the time she turned twenty-three. It was her next job that would make her one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the country when she took a $1000 loan to start The Corcoran Group.



As one of the “Sharks” on ABC’s hit TV show, SHARK TANK, Barbara has ponied up her own money and invested in twenty-two businesses, competing to make those deals for all to see, then shepherding them to success.



Her newest book, SHARK TALES, takes you behind the scenes of her life and business and her ‘seen on TV’ venture capitalism. Barbara is famously brash and blunt, bold and courageous, and a brilliant identifier of opportunity and talent (often invisible to others).



Shark Tales

How I Turned $1,000 into a Billion Dollar Business



The inspiring true story of Shark Tank star Barbara Corcoran--and her best advice for anyone starting a business. After failing at twenty-two jobs, Barbara Corcoran borrowed $1,000 from a boyfriend, quit her job as a diner waitress, and started a tiny real estate office in New York City. Using the unconventional lessons she learned from her homemaker mom, she gradually built it into a $6 billion dollar business. Now Barbara's even more famous for the no-nonsense wisdom she offers to entrepreneurs on Shark Tank, ABC's hit reality TV show.



Shark Tales is down-to-earth, frank, and as heartwarming as it is smart. After reading it don't be surprised if you find yourself thinking, "If she can do it, so can I." Nothing would make Barbara happier.



 







About Catherine Hernandez-Blades:

Hernandez-Blades is SVP, chief brand and communications officer at Aflac, a company which has made the Ethisphere list of the World’s Most Ethical Companies list 12 times and counting.



HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE AFLAC SMALL BUSINESS HAPPINESS REPORT:



INSURANCE: 27% of employees would like more affordable health care coverage



FINANCES: 55% think the greatest challenge when working at a small business is financial (related to salary and health care expenses)



HAPPINESS: 87% think working at a small business is more fun than a large business



BARBARA – YOU TURNED A THOUSAND-DOLLAR LOAN INTO A BILLION-DOLLAR REAL ESTATE EMPIRE. WHAT ARE SOME OF THE LESSONS YOU’VE LEARNED ABOUT RUNNING A SMALL BUSINESS?



CATHERINE – IT APPEARS SMALL BUSINESSES ARE IN A GOOD POSITION. CAN YOU TELL ME MORE ABOUT SOME OF THE KEY FINDINGS FROM THE HAPPINESS REPORT?



BARBARA – WHAT IS YOUR BEST PIECE OF ADVICE FOR A WOMAN STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS?



CATHERINE – WHAT SHOULD COMPANIES FOCUS ON WHEN DECIDING WHAT BENEFITS TO OFFER?



BARBARA – DOES OFFERING HEALTH CARE BENEFITS MAKE FINANCIAL SENSE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES?



For More Information, Visit: http://www.Aflac.com/HappinessReport







Georgia Business Radio Interviewing industry and thought leaders with compelling stories. Relevant content on current business trends live from the Pro Business Channel studios in Atlanta. In addition to the live broadcast, content is distributed across multiple syndicated platforms with more than 500,000 downloads.

Pamela Currie, Host of the Franchise Business Radio show and Founder of Franchise Intellect, Inc. www.FranchiseIntellect.com



To learn more about guest topics, contacting a guest or becoming a guest on the Franchise Business Radio show simply email Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com or call Pam at 847-970-8765







David Hicks, the CEO of Dallas-based HomeVestors, better recognized for their marketing message and the original “We Buy Ugly Houses” company. With more than 1,100 franchises in 170 markets across the country. David joined the company in 2005 as director of franchise systems and developed a process for coaching franchisees.



 



 







 



Don Cameron has been a We Buy Ugly Houses franchisee since 2005.  His goal has been to grow his business every year and he has been extremely fortunate to have been recognized as the HomeVestors franchise of the year 5 of the past 10 years.  Don originally joined HomeVestors to grow his business by becoming part of a nationally recognized brand and to take advantage of the fact that HomeVestors allows franchisees to focus on buying houses - something he has proven to be very successful at doing. Since becoming a franchisee in 2005, Don has purchased more than 1,500-2,000 homes from local sellers.



Interview Questions Asked:



Tell me a little bit about HomeVestors and the work your franchise does?

How is HomeVestors different from a traditional real estate business?

Tell me a bit about your time with HomeVestors and the work you have done for homeowners in the South Florida market.

What is the biggest benefit a homeowner who wants to sell gets in working with HomeVestors?

When you first saw the home that was later designated as the Ugliest House of the Year, what was your reaction and if you could renovate it to a point in which it was livable again?

What was some of the work that you and your team put into the house, and what were the biggest challenges?

Can you tell me a bit about the final outcome of helping the previous homeowner out of a bad situation by offering cash for the house and then renovating it for a new homeowner?

What are some of the characteristics you look for in an ideal franchisee?



 



Learn more about “The Ugliest House of the Year” and this man, Don Cameron, a franchisee, orchestrated a dramatic turnaround. He then provided a home to a young family, and donated $20,000 so other families could afford homes. 



HOW IT GOT UGLY:



There was a single candle lit outside on the back patio of a single story ranch house in Hollywood, Florida. The wind blew the candle over onto a rug, which caught fire, and within minutes the 1,035-square-foot home was engulfed in flames.



extensive smoke damage

extensive structural damage

the home was unlivable

the owner did not want to spend any time or money to repair it.



HOW IT GOT PRETTY:



Cameron bought the house “as is”



Gave the homeowner instant money without having to make repairs prior to the sale

He then completed a full renovation that included extensive work and upgrades on:



drywall

electric

plumbing

paint

floors

landscaping







FAMILIES BENEFIT - $20,000:



Cameron then sold the house to a family with a young child



They appreciated being able to move in without needing to do any work to the house or property

Thrilled with the total makeover of the home

Now enjoys being able to host family and friends in their first home and large backyard



As an added bonus, Don Cameron and HomeVestors recently made a $20,

Pamela Currie, Host of the Franchise Business Radio show and Founder of Franchise Intellect, Inc. www.FranchiseIntellect.com



To learn more about guest topics, contacting a guest or becoming a guest on the Franchise Business Radio show simply email Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com or call Pam at 847-970-8765





Bio: John Quattrocchi is a CPA and the owner of Corporate Financial Options and offers a complete end to end outsourced service for book-keeping, taxes, accounting and financial management. His CFO level work, eliminates these burdens from business owners, which is a big relief.

Admittedly, some business owners operate with a handicap, because they have insufficient, incomplete and inaccurate financial information. John Q has devised a system that provides information in a manner that corrects potential operating inefficiencies, poor cash flow management with a focus on higher return on investment.

Learn more by going to his Web Site: www.CorporateFinancialOptions.com

Podcast Topics:

--ROI…what are we really talking about when we throw around the term Return on Investment?

--What does it mean when a Zor says that you break even in 5-6 months? Or start cash flowing in 5-6 months?

--Another common acronym: EBITDA? And the difference between EBITDA vs Net Profit?

--When considering a franchise…can you give a simple overview of how to build a proforma?

--New Franchisee: How should a prospective franchisee structure their business. Explain LLC, S-Corp, etc.

*Business Owner Benefits / Tax Advantages.

*What are classic Tax Write Offs or Tax Protections.

*Can I write off my Franchise Fee?

*Growing Your Business: How can someone scale and leverage their first franchise unit into a 2nd or 3rd unit?











Interested in becoming a Franchise Owner?

Host, Pamela Currie has 25+ years in franchising.  As a Certified Franchise Consultant, Pamela helps aspiring entrepreneurs make an educated decision when selecting a franchise. Pamela enjoys being a resource and partner in helping people find a franchise that aligns for them. 

The Franchise Business Radio show is a platform to bring together franchise professionals to connect, educate and collaborate to serve the franchise community and those considering franchise ownership. Spotlighting Leaders in the Franchise Industry, experts in funding, legal, marketing and consulting.





    

Franchise Business Radio Show Host Pamela Currie





 

along side her dog Indy the shows official mascot!



Made possible in part by...

Franchise Intellect, visit: http://www.FranchiseIntellect.com



Franchise City, visit http://www.Franchise.city



FranServe, visit https://franserve.com/



To nominate or submit a guest request visit: http://www.OnAirGuest.com



To view guest photos from this show, visit: http://www.ProBusinessPictures.com



Contact Pamela Currie at 847-970-8765 or email her at Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com for a complimentary consultation.













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Interested in Franchise Ownership?

Contact Pamela Currie to receive a COMPLIMENTARY Consultation on Selecting a Franchise.



Pamela Currie, Host of the Franchise Business Radio show and Founder of Franchise Intellect, Inc. www.FranchiseIntellect.com



Mobile: 847-970-8765



Email: Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com



To learn more about guest topics, contacting a guest or becoming a guest on the Franchise Business Radio show simply email Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com





Brian J. Zaslow

President

Zaslow Marketing GroupZaslow Marketing Group

Whether your business is growing, trying to reach the next level, if you’re launching new products or services or if there’s simply too much work for you or your team to focus on marketing … I can help.



Think of me as a “Fractional CMO.” Add me to your staff on an agreed-upon number of days per month and get the senior-level marketing you deserve at a great value; without hiring a full-time CMO.



• Identify marketing opportunities

• Devise & implement strategies to build your brand & boost your bottom line

• Solve business problems like declining sales, competitive threats, customer retention, employee morale

• Manage all marketing functions including digital and traditional advertising



I have over 25 years of B2C and B2B marketing and advertising experience in many industries combined with business management and operational skills as a partner in a multi-unit retail franchise.



Topics Discussed:



*How has your experience as a Krispy Kreme franchisee enhanced your marketing business?



* What is a fractional CMO and how does this benefit a franchisor?



*What are common challenges you see in business owners marketing efforts?



*Best Practices on Identifying Marketing Opportunities?



*Tell us about the you have in process in place to help franchisors and franchisees with their marketing?



*How does a franchisee focus on marketing with all of the other responsibilities they have?



*What advice do you have for franchisors in supporting franchisee with their marketing?



*What are key strategies for franchisors to consider in developing their marketing plans?



*Any other advice you would give to a business owner on developing a strategy to build your brand and boost your bottom line?



*In this digital age, what in the balance of digital and traditional advertising?





Interested in becoming a Franchise Owner?

Host, Pamela Currie has 25+ years in franchising. As a Certified Franchise Consultant, Pamela helps aspiring entrepreneurs make an educated decision when selecting a franchise. Pamela enjoys being a resource and partner in helping people find a franchise that aligns for them. 

Contact Pamela Currie at 847-970-8765 or email her at Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com for a complimentary consultation.







    



The Franchise Business Radio show is a platform to bring together franchise professionals to connect, educate and collaborate to serve the franchise community and those considering franchise ownership.



Spotlighting Leaders in the Franchise Industry, experts in funding, legal, marketing and consulting.



Franchise Business Radio hosted by:

Pam Currie, Founder

Franchise Intellect, Inc



Made possible in part by:

Host Pamela Currie, Franchise Intellect, visit: http://www.FranchiseIntellect.com



Also made possible in part by:

Franchise City, visit http://www.Franchise.city



FranServe, visit https://franserve.com/



To nominate or submit a guest request visit: http://www.OnAirGuest.com

Interested in Franchise Ownership?

Contact Pamela Currie to receive a COMPLIMENTARY Consultation on Selecting a Franchise.



Pamela Currie, Host of the Franchise Business Radio show and Founder of Franchise Intellect, Inc. www.FranchiseIntellect.com



Mobile: 847-970-8765



Email: Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com



To learn more about guest topics, contacting a guest or becoming a guest on the Franchise Business Radio show simply email Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com







Steve Cesari

The Cesari Companies







Steve works with a select group of individuals and organizations to help them fully integrate their business success along with their personal success. Having started or owned companies across many different industries, Steve has seen the highs and lows of the entrepreneur's lifestyle.



He's been nominated as Inc Magazine's Entrepreneur of the year, but has also had companies go bankrupt. Steve is an open book, businesses, organizations and individuals alike can benefit from his wins, losses and lessons learned along the way.









Topics Discussed:







- How to be the best and achieve the best at home, at work and in the community

- Work life integration based on the 5-F model

- Faith, Family, Friends, Finance and Fitness = Fulfillment

- What is holding most people/business back from reaching their full potential









Interested in becoming a Franchise Owner?

Host, Pamela Currie has 25+ years in franchising. As a Certified Franchise Consultant, Pamela helps aspiring entrepreneurs make an educated decision when selecting a franchise. Pamela enjoys being a resource and partner in helping people find a franchise that aligns for them. 

Contact Pamela Currie at 847-970-8765 or email her at Pam@FranchiseIntellect.com for a complimentary consultation.







 



The Franchise Business Radio show is a platform to bring together franchise professionals to connect, educate and collaborate to serve the franchise community and those considering franchise ownership.



Spotlighting Leaders in the Franchise Industry, experts in funding, legal, marketing and consulting.



Franchise Business Radio hosted by:

Pam Currie, Founder

Franchise Intellect, Inc



Made possible in part by:

Host Pamela Currie, Franchise Intellect, visit: http://www.FranchiseIntellect.com



Also made possible in part by:

Franchise City, visit http://www.Franchise.city



FranServe, visit https://franserve.com/



To nominate or submit a guest request visit: http://www.OnAirGuest.com



To view guest photos from this show, visit: http://www.ProBusinessPictures.com













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