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. 2d ago

    10-Year Anniversary Thank You

    We are celebrating our 10-Year Anniversary at Big Sky Franchise Team and we want to say, "Thank you!" We appreciate the support of you, dear listener, as well as our clients, team members, referral partners, suppliers, friends, family, the franchise community, and the many others that have helped shape who we are. Thank you for having us be a part of your journey.  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 entrepreneurs 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.

    2 min

  2. 5d ago

    311. How to Avoid an Unsuccessful Exit—Nate Collins, Certified Exit Planning Advisor

    Have you thought about building your business for a successful exit? Maybe you want to grow through franchising and then sell it? Our guest today is Nate Collins and he shares with us how to avoid an unsuccessful exit.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Understand who you want to sell your business to. LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website:  https://www.raymondjames.com/founderwealthstrategies/our-team/bio?_=nate.collinsAttend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nate-collins/ABOUT OUR GUEST: Nate is a former CEO who managed a successful exit to a large, PE-backed media company. He now works with a limited number of business owners, CEOs, and their families to help ensure they are achieving their financial goals. As a Financial Advisor and Certified Exit Planning Advisor, he provides in-depth business exit and financial planning, as well as investment management. Nate helps owners optimize the values of their businesses and transition into the next chapter. 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 entrepreneurs 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.

    31 min

  3. May 18

    310. Stop Measuring the Wrong Things for Marketing ROI—Jeff Greenfield

    Do you ever wonder if you are wasting money on your marketing efforts? Or how do you navigate today’s big changes in paid marketing? Our guest today is Jeff Greenfield, and he shares with us his marketing insights and the changing paid advertising landscape.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Aspire to be less wrong today than you were yesterday as there is no right answer to measurement.  LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website:      www.getprovalytics.com.Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgreenfield/ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jeff Greenfield is an entrepreneur, advisor, and disruptor with more than three decades of leadership in strategy, growth, and marketing. He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Provalytics, an AI-driven, cookie-less attribution and measurement platform that helps marketers prove the impact of upper funnel channels such as CTV and podcasts to drive smarter budget decisions.  Previously, Jeff was the COO and Co-Founder of C3 Metrics, a leading multi-touch attribution platform serving brands such as JP Morgan, US Bank, Hertz, Nestlé, Carhartt, Edward Jones, Fender, and Peapod. Widely known as the “Cookie Monster,” Jeff is a recognized expert on cookies and their impact on the digital advertising ecosystem. Jeff has spoken at hundreds of industry conferences and his thought leadership has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, ABC, CBS, and Investor’s Business Daily. 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 entrepreneurs 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.

    34 min

  4. May 11

    309. How to Build Franchise Community—Bron Launsby, CEO, Slick City Action Park Franchise

    How do you build community in franchising? Community with your franchisees, with the local neighborhoods your franchisees serve? Our guest today is Bron Launsby, and he shares how Slick City Action Park, is building community within his franchise system. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Building community internally and externally with your franchisees and the neighborhoods they serve.  LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Schedule your free franchise consultation with Big Sky Franchise Team: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. You can visit our guest's website https://slickcity.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:www.instagram.com/slickcityactionparkwww.facebook.com/slickcityactionpark/www.linkedin.com/company/slick-city-action-park/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bron-launsby-fec/ABOUT OUR GUEST: Bron Launsby is the CEO and co-founder of Slick City Action Park, a seasoned entrepreneur, Certified Franchise Executive, and visionary in the rapidly growing industry of active family entertainment. With a diverse background in product development, retail, marketing, entrepreneurship, and franchise operations, Bron has consistently demonstrated his ability to identify and capitalize on emerging business trends. Prior to launching the brand in 2021, Bron was the largest franchisee in the Sky Zone system, operating nine locations across five states. He has also held leadership roles with Belle Maison Decor, Innovative Heights, and Amp Up Action Park. He started his career in corporate roles with national brands including Kohl’s and Cracker Barrel. 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 entrepreneurs 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.

    31 min

  5. May 4

    308. The Multiplier Effect of a Referable Client Experience—Stacey Brown Randall

    How are you creating referrals in your business? Do you have a process or system for doing it? Our guest today is Stacey Brown Randall, who is a repeat guest from episode 147. Stacey shares with us how delivering a referable client experience creates a multiplier effect  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: Small talk is not relationship building. 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://staceybrownrandall.com/Get a copy of our guest's books: https://referableclientexperience.com/ https://generatingbusinessreferrals.com/Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:  https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:www.linkedin.com/in/staceybrandallhttps://www.instagram.com/staceybrownrandallhttps://www.facebook.com/StaceyBrownRandallhttps://www.youtube.com/@referralswithoutaskingABOUT OUR GUEST: Stacey Brown Randall is the author of the new book, The Referable Client Experience, and the multiple award-winning book, Generating Business Referrals Without Asking. She is also the host of the Roadmap to Referrals podcast. Stacey teaches business owners how to generate referrals naturally...without manipulating, incentivizing or even asking. She has been featured in national publications like Entrepreneur magazine, Investor Business Daily, Forbes, and more. She received her Master’s in Organizational Communication and is married with three kids. 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 entrepreneurs 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.

    25 min

  6. Apr 27

    307. Stop Flying Blind: Get a CFO's Perspective on Your Business—Carla Titus, CEO, Wealth Worth Within

    When is it time to bring in a CFO into your business? And, better yet, how do you find success in working with a CFO?  Our guest today is Carla Titus, who gives us a CFO’s perspective on your business. TODAY'S WIN-WIN: There are a lot of CFOs out there. Bring attention to those different CFOs to find the expertise that the CFO brings to their clients to find the right fit. 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.wealthworthwithin.com. a.   Her Podcast: CEO Financial Planning Corner = Podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ceo-financial-clarity-corner-podcast-money-strategy/id1818238749Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:ABOUT OUR GUEST: Carla Titus is a finance expert with over 15 years of combined corporate financial planning, analysis, strategy, and online businesses experience. She provides fractional CFO services and financial consulting to business owners looking to grow their business profitably. Her priorities for her clients are grow profits, have cash in the bank, and pay themselves well so they can build personal wealth. 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 entrepreneurs 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.

    21 min

  7. Apr 20

    306. The High School Dropout Who Put 131 Books on the Bestseller List—Michael R. Drew, CEO, Promote a Book

    Our guest today is Michael Drew a publishing veteran who’s helped 131 books hit major bestseller lists and co‑authored Pendulum.  TODAY'S WIN-WIN: There are two teams in your life that set you up for success: 1. The teams who choose you to be on their team; 2. The second are the people who you choose to be on your team.   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.promotabook.com ·       www.bookretreat.com Attend our Franchise Sales Training Workshop:   https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/franchisesalestraining/Connect with our guests on social:https://www.facebook.com/michaelrdrewhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrdrew/https://x.com/PromoteABookhttps://www.instagram.com/promoteabookmd/ABOUT OUR GUEST: Getting books noticed is in Michael Drew's blood. Making books the essential reads that everyone needs to buy and talk about is also in his genes. With a string of national bestsellers (many of them number-one titles) that reads like an all-star team of today's most popular business writers, Michael loves books. He's launched 104 consecutive books onto national bestseller lists and has over 1,000 number-one Amazon titles. Michael has been marketing books for his entire career, perfecting his skills at such respected publishers as Bard Press, Entrepreneur Magazine, Longstreet Press, and Thomas Nelson Publishers, among others.  Michael has mastered the intricacies of publishing and is always adapting his methods and processes to match today's fast-evolving industry and media landscape. 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 entrepreneurs 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

  8. Apr 13

    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 entrepreneurs 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
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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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