Multiply Your Success with Dr. Tom DuFore

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You’ve worked hard to build your business and now it’s time to grow. Join Tom DuFore, CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, each week as he interviews leading entrepreneurs, executives, and experts who share their misses, makes, and multipliers. If you are a growth-minded entrepreneur, investor, or franchise company, then this is the podcast for you. Big Sky Franchise Team is an award-winning consulting firm and its consultants have advised more than 600 clients, including some of the largest companies in the world. Tom has the unique perspective of the “franchise trifecta,” by being a franchisor, a franchisee, and a franchise supplier.

  1. HACE 4 DÍAS

    305. Care First, Business Second: Growing to 300 Franchise Locations—Marcos Moura, CDO, Amada Senior Care

    Our guest today is Marcos Moura, who shares his journey from working as a kid at a Blimpie franchise to now being the Chief Development Officer with Amada Senior Care with more than 300 franchise locations.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: “Just because you buy a franchise, doesn’t mean that you are going to do it for the rest of your life.” LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: www.amadaseniorcare.com Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcospmoura/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/amadaseniorcare/Facebook: facebook.com/AmadaseniorcarefranchiseInstagram: instagram.com/amadafranchise/YouTube: youtube.com/@AmadaSeniorCareABOUT OUR GUEST: As Chief Development Officer, he has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs start senior care businesses that allow them to live life on their terms and do work that is meaningful - to them, to their families, and to their communities.  Amada Senior Care provides compassionate, non-medical, in-home senior care and guides families through the many senior housing options available for assisted living and memory care.  We provide franchising opportunities to driven, passionate, and entrepreneurially minded individuals across the U.S. Amada began operations in 2007, and has grown into a nationally trusted brand with reputation for providing quality in-home care, Long Term Care insurance expertise, Veteran policy advocacy, medical staffing services, and senior living placements. Amada Senior Care has ~300 locations across the U.S. as of 2026 This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    37 min
  2. 6 ABR

    304. Microsoft's Best Kept Secret for Your Business—Therman Trotman, CEO, The SharePoint Helpdesk

    How are you storing and managing your internal documents? Do you have a process or a system? Our guest today is Therman Trotman, who shares with us how SharePoint might be the best kept secret for your business.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: People over technology. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at:     www.talksharepoint.comAttend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/therman-trotman-15790b33/ABOUT OUR GUEST: Therman Trotman is the Founder of The SharePoint Helpdesk, where he teaches people how to use SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 Suite technologies to improve their organization and job performance. With more than 20 years of IT expertise in both the public and private sector, he excels at demystifying technology and calming spreadsheet chaos while avoiding the typical "IT guy" vibe. Therman is a veteran, entrepreneur, and family man who also hosts the SharePoint Helpdesk Podcast. This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    33 min
  3. 30 MAR

    303. If You’re Not Showing Up in AI, You’re Already Behind—Lauryn Wang and Lisa Villafane

    What is your plan for getting found in AI searches? Do you have one? Our guests today are Lauryn Wang and Lisa Villafane, and they share insights on how to get found in AI searches. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Getting started with some sort of AI plan and strategy. No decision is a decision.  LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at https://skyboundstrategies.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:@skyboundstrategies ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Lauryn Wang is a Co-Founder of SkyBound Strategies, specializing in answer search visibility and digital growth systems. With over a decade in marketing and brand development, Lauryn blends creativity with technical execution. She works with emerging and established franchise brands to improve their “findability” ensuring they show up across the changing landscape of modern search experiences.   Lisa Villafane is the Director of Operations at SkyBound Strategies, a division of the Big Sky Franchise Team. With over 25 years of experience in advertising, marketing, and event production, she has led high-impact initiatives and managed nine-figure budgets for major brands like Toyota, Kimberly-Clark, Mattel, and Domino’s. After relocating to Atlanta, Lisa launched her own business and later partnered with Lauryn Wang to build two successful ventures, including a large-scale live event company and an online course platform.  This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    28 min
  4. 23 MAR

    302. How a Logistics Franchise Turns Relationships Into Residual Income—Adam Cahill, CEO, Supply Pointe

    If you are thinking about franchising your business or you are a franchisor, how are you helping your franchisees build wealth through their franchise? What measures have you put in place to help them not just grow revenue and profitability, but also for them to build lasting wealth? Our guest today is Adam Cahill with Supply Pointe, who talks about how he is helping his franchisees grow their franchise system and personal wealth. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Make the first amount of money from your skills and then you hire people. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: https://supplypointe.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:https://www.facebook.com/SUPPLYPOINTehttps://twitter.com/SupplyPointehttps://www.linkedin.com/company/supply-point-grouphttps://www.instagram.com/supply.pointe/https://www.youtube.com/@SUPPLY.POINTeABOUT OUR GUEST: Founder of SUPLY POINTe. Prior to building the family business, Adam taught high school social studies and coached football, baseball and track. After watching his father establish the origins of SUPPLY POINTe, formerly TAPS of America, for more than 10 years, Adam was fascinated by the relationships he’d developed and loved the idea of being a solutions provider to those customers. Adam was also attracted to the independence and expansion potential SUPPLY POINTe of the Carolinas could provide him and now takes immense pride in having a business and product all his own. By using the communication tools he developed as a teacher, Adam takes a deliberate approach to educate his clients about the benefits to using a one-stop, solutions provider for all of their logistic needs.  This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    32 min
  5. 16 MAR

    301. Founder Psychology: Shifting From Operator to True CEO—Ashish Gupta, CEO, ScaleUpExec

    As you are scaling your company are you making sure you are doing as many of the things that give you energy and that you are skilled at? What is it that brings you the most joy or satisfaction in your business? Our guest today is Ashish Gupta, and he shares with us some best practices for sorting out your transition from operator to CEO.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Be a self-aware leader. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: https://scaleupexec.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:LinkedIn (Personal): https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashish-gup/LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/scaleupexec/Website: https://Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scaleupexec/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ScaleUpExecABOUT OUR GUEST: Ashish Gupta is the Founder and CEO of ScaleUpExec, where he helps founders and CEOs scale their businesses by installing world-class operations, systems, and leadership. He has built and exited two companies, including one acquired by a Fortune 500 company, and previously operated at Apple, where he gained firsthand exposure to elite execution and operational rigor. Today, Ashish works across industries including healthcare, professional services, logistics, and consumer businesses, helping companies grow from $5M to $100M+ in revenue. His work focuses on turning founder-dependent businesses into scalable organizations that run effectively without constant executive firefighting.  Ashish is known for his practical, no-fluff approach to leadership, execution, and sustainable growth, helping entrepreneurs build businesses that deliver both financial success and personal freedom.  This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    28 min
  6. 9 MAR

    300. Having Ambition and Keeping Your Heart—Dr. J.J. Peterson

    Are you a leader who has struggled with your career ambition and keeping your heart? Or maybe you have been too scared to share your softer side in a business setting. If you have, then this episode is for you. Our guest today is Dr. J.J. Peterson, who we are fortunate enough to have on for a second time, and he shares with us how his new podcast is designed for leaders just like you. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: In your life, you have the opportunity to play the hero, the victim, the villain, or the guide. By choosing the guide you create a better story for your life. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: https://www.badasssoftie.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:Instagram @drjjpeterson @badasssoftiepodLinkedIn: Dr. J.J. Peterson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-j-j-peterson-1b4011a2/ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. J.J. Peterson is a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, Vanderbilt professor, and host of the Badass Softie podcast. As former Head of StoryBrand, he has helped businesses like Microsoft, Certified Angus Beef, Tempur Sealy, and other marquee global brands cut through the noise with clear, compelling communication. Known for blending academic research with humor and heart, J.J. makes complex strategies simple to remember—and inspiring enough to act on. He brings warmth, wit, and wisdom that leave audiences equipped and energized.  This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    43 min
  7. 2 MAR

    299. Permission to Start—Mitch Matthews, Top 1 Percent Podcaster

    Have you talked yourself out of starting something new or doing something differently? Why did you do that? Were you scared of failing or not having all the answers? Our guest today is Mitch Matthews, and he shares with us how he helps people give themselves permission to start. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Give yourself permission to start, to take a first step.  LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: https://Mitchmatthews.com/MultiplyYourSuccessAttend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:INSTAGRAM: @mitch.matthewsFACEBOOK: @mitch.matthews.104LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchmatthewsABOUT OUR GUEST: Mitch Matthews is a success coach, speaker, and creator of the top 1% podcast DREAM THINK DO - where he helps high-achieving leaders and entrepreneurs dream bigger, think better, and do more of what they were put on the planet to do. He’s worked with organizations like Nike, NASA, and Disney, and he’s the creator of The Authority Bridge™ - a proven process that helps professionals turn their experience into a coaching and speaking business they love. This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    33 min
  8. 23 FEB

    298. How a Physicist Built a Billion-Dollar Business Without Hustle Culture—Trevor G. Blake

    As a leader in a company you are probably familiar with with the hustle culture of business. But, what if that hustle culture was a myth? Something that has not been proven? Our guest today is Trevor Blake. Who shares with us how he has achieved success with balance in finding a different way of working.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Be a fixer. Get started by solving a problem.  LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website at: https://www.trevorgblake.com/ Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:ABOUT OUR GUEST: Trevor G. Blake is a seasoned entrepreneur, bestselling author, and advisor known for building companies that thrive and exit successfully. With three exits of over $100 million each, he proves that success doesn’t require hustle culture—his approach centers on alignment, vision, and energy mastery instead of burnout. Starting his first company with only a laptop, he went on to build multiple nine-figure businesses in the biotech and health sectors, all without employees, offices, or unnecessary stress.   As the author of the New York Times bestseller Three Simple Steps, Trevor is a leading voice in entrepreneurial mindset and energy management. His work empowers founders and professionals to achieve exceptional success while maintaining balance and clarity.   Now based in Newport Beach, he mentors impact-driven entrepreneurs, builds innovative ventures, and shares science-backed strategies for high-performance living through his books, courses, and The Transformation Experience.  This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables.   If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/.  The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions.

    32 min

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You’ve worked hard to build your business and now it’s time to grow. Join Tom DuFore, CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, each week as he interviews leading entrepreneurs, executives, and experts who share their misses, makes, and multipliers. If you are a growth-minded entrepreneur, investor, or franchise company, then this is the podcast for you. Big Sky Franchise Team is an award-winning consulting firm and its consultants have advised more than 600 clients, including some of the largest companies in the world. Tom has the unique perspective of the “franchise trifecta,” by being a franchisor, a franchisee, and a franchise supplier.

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