Unemployable with Jeff Dudan

Homefront Brands, Jeff Dudan
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Unemployable with Jeff Dudan is for people who are done clocking in for someone else’s dream. I’ve built, scaled, and sold companies — now I’m here to help you build yours. This show is about creating your own path, owning the upside, and building something that lasts. If you’re ready to bet on yourself, you’re in the right place. Head over to www.homefrontbrands.com or www.jeffdudan.com to learn more. Let's get you Unemployed in the best way possible. On The Homefront is brought to you by Homefront Brands and hosted by Jeff Dudan.

  1. Franchise Tech Strategy: When to Build, When to Buy (AI Changes Everything)

    6H AGO

    Franchise Tech Strategy: When to Build, When to Buy (AI Changes Everything)

    Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan’s book DISCERNMENT here: https://podcast.homefrontbrands.com/en-us/discernment  Technology can accelerate your franchise system. Or quietly break it. In this Franchise Friday segment, I sit down with Jaffrey Ali from FranConnect to answer one of the most important questions facing franchisors today: Should you build your own technology — or buy it? We break down: Why “finite resources” matter more than you think The hidden risk of AI shortcuts and “vibe coding” The real ROI framework for build vs. buy decisions Why security, certifications, and compliance can’t be ignored How AI is crushing development costs — but raising operational uncertainty Why single-modality “Frankenstein stacks” are disappearing What serious SaaS companies are doing with AI (and why they’re not upcharging for it) What the next 1–3 years look like in franchising Here’s the reality: AI is lowering the cost of building software. It’s also increasing complexity, usage-based cost exposure, and security risk. The brands that win won’t be the ones chasing shiny objects. They’ll be the ones asking: What business are we truly in? F ranchising is accelerating. Entrepreneurship is rising. AI is putting better data into the hands of buyers. The future belongs to well-run, relationship-driven franchise brands with high engagement and real unit-level economics. If you’re a franchisor — or thinking about becoming one — this conversation matters.  Learn more about building a smarter franchise system: https://homefrontbrands.com  Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan’s book DISCERNMENT here: https://podcast.homefrontbrands.com/en-us/discernment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    13 min
  2. Why Customers Recommend One Company and Forget the Other with Brittany Hodak

    2D AGO

    Why Customers Recommend One Company and Forget the Other with Brittany Hodak

    📘 Grab Jeff Dudan’s book Discernment: https://www.jeffdudan.com/discernment  Why do people wear another man’s name on their back? Why do fans believe their socks determine whether their team wins? And what does any of that have to do with roofing, plumbing, or installing fences? In this segment from Unemployable, Jeff Dudan sits down with Brittany Hodak to break down the psychology of fandom — and how even “boring” service brands can create customers who come back and bring their friends. You’ll learn: Why people affiliate with brands How tribal psychology drives loyalty Why being great at your job is just the floor The real reason customers refer one company and forget another How to become “easier to refer than to forget” If you’re in home services, franchising, or any local service business — this one matters.  📘 Learn more from Brittany: https://brittanyhodak.com https://6weekstosuperfans.com    #CustomerExperience #BrandLoyalty #ReferralMarketing #HomeServices #FranchiseBusiness #ServiceBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BrandStrategy #CustomerRetention #UnemployablePodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    9 min
  3. The Great Game of Business: Why This Works When Everything Else Fails #249

    3D AGO

    The Great Game of Business: Why This Works When Everything Else Fails #249

    Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan’s book DISCERNMENT here  What if the key to building a winning company isn’t charisma… but teaching everyone the score? In this episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, Jeff sits down with Jack Stack, founder of the Great Game of Business and pioneer of open-book management. After surviving the collapse of International Harvester in the 1980s, Jack helped lead a leveraged buyout and discovered a painful truth: most leaders don’t truly understand their numbers. That realization became a movement. In this conversation, they break down: -Why companies hide financial information -Why financial literacy is the biggest leadership gap in business -How small operational wins compound into massive enterprise value -Why manufacturing matters -The danger of too much overhead and not enough direct labor -How teaching ownership changes people’s personal lives -Why talent — not strategy — will determine future valuations -The role of AI in leadership and business clarity -The simple principle that can change a child’s future Jack’s closing message is simple: “Teach a kid how to make a buck.” Learn more about The Great Game of Business   Watch the full episode and see why ownership and transparency create winning cultures. Absolutely. Here’s a strong, optimized hashtag block for this episode — built around leadership, ownership, financial literacy, manufacturing, and Jack Stack’s brand.  Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan’s book DISCERNMENT here    #JackStack #JeffDudan #UnemployablePodcast #GreatGameOfBusiness #OpenBookManagement #FinancialLiteracy #EmployeeOwnership #ESOP #BusinessLeadership #Entrepreneurship #LeadershipDevelopment #OwnershipMindset #CompanyCulture #BusinessTurnaround #ManufacturingMatters #LeadershipTransparency #ScaleYourBusiness #WinningCulture #FinancialEducation #BuildToWin Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 8m
  4. What Private Equity Really Looks For In a Franchise System with Patrick Galleher

    FEB 13

    What Private Equity Really Looks For In a Franchise System with Patrick Galleher

    Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan’s book DISCERNMENT here: https://podcast.homefrontbrands.com/en-us/discernment  Private equity is a ladder — and most operators don’t know where they stand on it. In this Franchise Friday segment, Jeff Dudan and J. Patrick Galleher break down:  • Why 8x EBITDA can become 18x • Platform vs. part of a platform — and why it matters • The mistake of sharing financials too early • How territory decisions quietly destroy enterprise value • Why franchisee validation drives multiples • What to fix 24–36 months before you sell If you’re a franchisor, franchisee, or operator thinking about growth or exit — this is the finance language you need to understand. Get a hold of  Pat: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrickgalleher/  https://www.boxwoodpartners.com/  #FranchiseFriday #JeffDudan #PrivateEquity #Franchising #EBITDA #EnterpriseValue #FranchiseGrowth #ExitStrategy #FranchiseDevelopment #BusinessValuation #PlatformStrategy #ValidationMatters Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    14 min
  5. This Is Why You Keep Losing Opportunities | Bizarre Foods @AndrewZimmern Explains

    FEB 13

    This Is Why You Keep Losing Opportunities | Bizarre Foods @AndrewZimmern Explains

    Get a FREE COPY of Jeff Dudan’s book Discernment here: https://podcast.homefrontbrands.com/en-us/discernment   @AndrewZimmern  doesn’t just talk about food — Andrew Zimmern talks about work ethic, addiction, resilience, hunger in America, and what real service looks like. In this conversation, Andrew Zimmern breaks down: • Why getting a job at 14 builds confidence and discipline • How Andrew Zimmern rebuilt his life after addiction • The difference between being the best and being the only • Why America can end child hunger — fast • How processed food, policy, and profit collide • The one sentence Andrew Zimmern believes can change your life: “Ask for help.”  @AndrewZimmern  shares hard-earned perspective from decades in restaurants, television, and global food systems — and what he believes business leaders must do now. If you care about leadership, accountability, service, and impact — this Andrew Zimmern conversation delivers. Watch the full episode here Andrew Zimmern’s Website & Substack: https://andrewzimmern.com    #AndrewZimmern #JeffDudan #Unemployable #Discernment #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Service #Accountability #FoodPolicy #ChildHunger #BusinessLeadership #CreateYourLuck Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 43m
  6. The First 3 Minutes of Any Meeting Matter Most with Michael Bernoff

    FEB 11

    The First 3 Minutes of Any Meeting Matter Most with Michael Bernoff

    Grab my book Discernment here   Before you ever try to “sell” anything… before you try to impress someone… before you try to win a room — what state are you in? In this segment with Michael Bernoff, we talk about what really happens in the first three minutes of meeting someone. It’s not about scripts. It’s not about charisma. It’s about awareness, outcome, and control. If you want to communicate at a higher level in business, relationships, or leadership — this one is for you.  Watch the full episode here: 👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psUvtUFJbXA  Learn more about Michael Bernoff here: 👉 https://www.michaelbernoff.com    #JeffDudan #MichaelBernoff #CommunicationSkills #LeadershipDevelopment #BusinessGrowth Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    12 min
  7. You Want to Be Wealthy? Start With the Words in Your Head | Michael Bernoff #248

    FEB 10

    You Want to Be Wealthy? Start With the Words in Your Head | Michael Bernoff #248

    👉 Download my book Discernment (free) You want to be wealthy? It doesn’t start with motivation. It starts with the words you use in your head. In this conversation, Michael Bernoff explains why internal language is the real driver of influence, action, and long-term results. If your self-talk doesn’t create urgency, clarity, and movement, it’s quietly keeping you average. We talk about: Why words shape behavior before strategy ever matters How “triggering” internal language creates momentum The difference between influence and manipulation—with integrity Why most people stay stuck even when they “know better” This isn’t hype. It’s precision. And once you hear it, you won’t unhear it.  👉 Learn more about Michael Bernoff and his work: https://michaelbernoff.com  👉 Ready to level up your influence? Text INFLUENCE to 480-800-8051 and mention Unemployable with Jeff Dudan.  Jeff Dudan's FREE copy of his book    #Unemployable #JeffDudan #MichaelBernoff #Discernment #Influence #Mindset #WealthBuilding #Leadership #CommunicationSkills #HighPerformance #Entrepreneurship #SuccessHabits Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    1h 25m
  8. What Makes a Great Franchise System? A 37-Year Perspective Franchise Friday with Michael O'Driscoll

    FEB 6

    What Makes a Great Franchise System? A 37-Year Perspective Franchise Friday with Michael O'Driscoll

    👉 Grab my book Discernment here: https://podcast.homefrontbrands.com/en-us/discernment  What actually makes a great franchise system? In this Franchise Friday episode, I sit down with Michael O’Driscoll, Chief Operating Officer and President of Franchising at Homefront Brands, to break down what separates strong, durable franchise systems from the ones that simply look good on paper. We cover why the underlying business must already be proven, why marketing is the lifeblood of franchising, how leadership and culture impact long-term success, and the real differences between emerging and mature franchise brands. If you’re considering franchising—or already own one—this is about doing the homework and understanding exactly what you’re investing in. This is Franchise Friday.  Learn more at: https://homefrontbrands.com  #FranchiseFriday #FranchiseOpportunities #FranchiseBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessOwnership #InvestInYourself #WealthBuilding #CashFlowBusiness #HomeServicesBusiness #ScalableBusiness #BusinessLeadership #EntrepreneurMindset #PassiveIncomeIdeas #SmallBusinessGrowth #HomefrontBrands #JeffDudan #MichaelOdriscoll Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    16 min
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Unemployable with Jeff Dudan is for people who are done clocking in for someone else’s dream. I’ve built, scaled, and sold companies — now I’m here to help you build yours. This show is about creating your own path, owning the upside, and building something that lasts. If you’re ready to bet on yourself, you’re in the right place. Head over to www.homefrontbrands.com or www.jeffdudan.com to learn more. Let's get you Unemployed in the best way possible. On The Homefront is brought to you by Homefront Brands and hosted by Jeff Dudan.

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  • Creator
    Homefront Brands, Jeff Dudan
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    258
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Homefront Brands
  • Show Website
    Unemployable with Jeff Dudan

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