Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast

Tariq Johnson & Franchise Empire
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Tariq Johnson from Zero to Profitable Franchise (and YouTube) reveals his strategies (profitable franchise secrets) on buying franchises and getting them profitable FAST, so you can experience the freedom and flexibility with owning a profitable franchise business!   Get access to exclusive interviews with top performing Franchisees, accountants, and business experts so you can learn from their mistakes, and hear real life success stories so you can feel more confident in your franchise journey.  Tariq signed onto his first franchise in 2015 after making a (scary) $300,000 investment. He got that location profitable in less than 60 days, and has since gone on to buy and sell numerous franchise locations. He intimately understands the fear, confusion, and overwhelm that comes with trying to make it as a full time entrepreneur.   You’ll learn about FDD’s, franchisee validation calls, how to buy a franchise, the most profitable franchise industries, franchise funding, SBA loans, and marketing strategies so you can thrive as a franchise owner and create your dream life with your family and loved ones. No matter what stage of buying a franchise you are in, this podcast will help you do one thing. Go from Zero to Profitable Franchise! Hit subscribe, and get ready to create your dream life.

  1. 1d ago

    Top mistakes made in the Franchise ownership process!

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun162026 Most people go into franchise ownership with the wrong expectations and those misconceptions are exactly what this episode is designed to fix.Most people go into franchise ownership with the wrong expectations and those misconceptions are exactly what this episode is designed to fix. In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we break down the biggest mistakes franchise buyers make, including why franchising is never passive income, why trying to navigate the process alone is one of the costliest errors you can make, why the franchisor is not going to do the work for you, and what the three-legged stool of franchise success actually looks like in practice. If you are serious about buying a franchise and want to go in with your eyes wide open, this conversation will change how you think about the entire process. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejun162026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejun162026 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=fejun162026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejun162026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejun162026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejun162026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun162026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejun162026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejun162026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejun162026 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    12 min

  2. 3d ago

    Franchise vs. Starting your own business? Here's How to Decide

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun142026 Should you start a business from scratch, buy an existing one, or invest in a franchise? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we break down the real differences between all three paths — and how to figure out which one is actually right for you. We cover why franchising is often called business school 101 for first-time owners, what the debt service reality looks like when buying an existing business, why the most successful franchise candidates are the ones who can follow a system without reinventing the wheel, and why fear and doubt during the process are not red flags — they are signs you are taking the decision seriously. If you are sitting at the crossroads trying to figure out your next move, this conversation will help you get clear. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejun142026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejun142026 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=fejun142026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejun142026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejun142026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejun142026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun142026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejun142026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejun142026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejun142026 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    26 min

  3. Jun 9

    How Buying a Franchise Actually Works (Step by Step)

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun092026 If you have ever wondered what actually happens between the moment you express interest in a franchise and the day you sign the agreement — this episode breaks…If you have ever wondered what actually happens between the moment you express interest in a franchise and the day you sign the agreement — this episode breaks down every single step. In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we walk through the complete franchise discovery process from both the franchisor and broker side, covering what to expect at each stage from your intro call all the way to Discovery Day, what the FDD actually is and which two items matter most, how to approach franchisee validation the right way without wasting anyone's time, why you should never ask about net profit during validation calls, and what it means to show up to Discovery Day ready to commit. Whether you are just starting to explore franchising or are already deep in the process, this is the most detailed breakdown of how the entire journey works from start to finish. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejun092026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejun092026 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source= 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejun092026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejun092026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source= Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun092026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejun092026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=tjoct042025 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=tjoct042025 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    33 min

  4. Jun 7

    Signarama Deep Dive: How to Win in Franchising

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun072026 This is a Franchise Empire podcast episode. The guest is Michael White, Chief Development Officer at United Franchise Group (UFG) — a franchising company that owns a portfolio of brands spanning many different industries. This episode focuses on Signarama, UFG's full-service sign & graphics brand. The conversation opens with a Franchise Empire candidate who recently became a Signarama franchise owner, then broadens into why people are turning to franchising right now, how Signarama works as a B2B business, a tour of UFG's other brands, and what separates successful franchisees from the rest. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejun072026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejun072026 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=fejun072026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source= ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejun072026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejun072026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun072026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejun072026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejun072026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejun072026 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    50 min

  5. Jun 2

    Don't Buy These 3 Franchises. Here's Why.

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun022026 This video identifies three popular franchises Subway, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, and Quiznos that potential investors should avoid due to systemic failures, lack of transparency, and financial risks. The speaker emphasizes that while people buy franchises for a "proven system," these specific brands often sell a "dream that isn't real". Thinking about buying a franchise? This video explores the core of the franchise business model, discussing why many entrepreneurs opt for franchising to acquire a proven system. We also discuss how franchising works, touching on crucial business tips for those looking into how to buy a franchise.  ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=jun022026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=jun022026 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source= 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=jun022026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=jun022026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=jun022026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=jun022026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=jun022026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejune022025 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejune022025 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    22 min

  6. May 31

    Why Franchising Works When Everything Else Failed

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=may2626 Getting your spouse on board before buying a franchise is not just good advice — it might be the single most important step in the entire process. Getting your spouse on board before buying a franchise is not just good advice — it might be the single most important step in the entire process. In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we break down why couples who go through the due diligence process together are more likely to become franchise owners and more likely to succeed, why waiting until the end to tell your spouse is one of the biggest mistakes buyers make, how the right partnership gives you a built-in advantage with complementary skill sets and the ability to keep one income while building the business, and why the "I make the decisions" mindset can derail the entire process before it even begins. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=may262025 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=may262025 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=may262025 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=may262025 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=may262025 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=may262025 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=may262025 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=may262025 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=tjmay262025 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=tjmay262025 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    10 min

  7. May 26

    Is Your Marriage Ready for a Franchise?

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=may2626 Getting your spouse on board before buying a franchise is not just good advice — it might be the single most important step in the entire process. Getting your spouse on board before buying a franchise is not just good advice — it might be the single most important step in the entire process. In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we break down why couples who go through the due diligence process together are more likely to become franchise owners and more likely to succeed, why waiting until the end to tell your spouse is one of the biggest mistakes buyers make, how the right partnership gives you a built-in advantage with complementary skill sets and the ability to keep one income while building the business, and why the "I make the decisions" mindset can derail the entire process before it even begins. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=may262025 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=may262025 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 🚀 Franchise Buyers Academy - Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=may262025 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=may262025 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=may262025 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=may262025 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=may262025 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=may262025 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=tjmay262025 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=tjmay262025 ------------------ My Most Popular Business Videos: https://youtu.be/EYBKoz68FUg https://youtu.be/nJtAHaDYenA  https://youtu.be/gpWQRflrtDY  https://youtu.be/RPe2Sf6eL60  https://youtu.be/NpnFyXi4sAg  https://youtu.be/U90fmdWhzCg  https://youtu.be/fCLy6cc82Hw  https://youtu.be/xQZkfQNkhqs Legal stuff we have to say! The information presented on this website is based on the most recent Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) available for each franchise opportunity. For detailed financial representations, please refer to Item 19 of the applicable FDD.  Note that this information may have changed since publication. We strongly recommend verifying all fees, investment requirements, and franchise offers directly with the franchisor before making any investment decisions. This website and its contents are intended for informational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Franchise offers can only be made through the delivery of an FDD that is registered and compliant with applicable state laws. Franchise opportunities referenced herein may not be available in all states or countries. Offers are only valid where legally permitted and in compliance with local regulations. There is no guarantee of success, profitability, or financial performance. Starting any business including purchasing a franchise, involves inherent risk, and outcomes will vary. No results are promised or assured. Prospective franchisees are strongly encouraged to carefully review the FDD and consult with qualified legal and financial advisors prior to making any franchise investment decisions.

    10 min

  8. May 24

    Which franchise is the right fit for me?

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Tariq Johnson from Zero to Profitable Franchise (and YouTube) reveals his strategies (profitable franchise secrets) on buying franchises and getting them profitable FAST, so you can experience the freedom and flexibility with owning a profitable franchise business!   Get access to exclusive interviews with top performing Franchisees, accountants, and business experts so you can learn from their mistakes, and hear real life success stories so you can feel more confident in your franchise journey.  Tariq signed onto his first franchise in 2015 after making a (scary) $300,000 investment. He got that location profitable in less than 60 days, and has since gone on to buy and sell numerous franchise locations. He intimately understands the fear, confusion, and overwhelm that comes with trying to make it as a full time entrepreneur.   You’ll learn about FDD’s, franchisee validation calls, how to buy a franchise, the most profitable franchise industries, franchise funding, SBA loans, and marketing strategies so you can thrive as a franchise owner and create your dream life with your family and loved ones. No matter what stage of buying a franchise you are in, this podcast will help you do one thing. Go from Zero to Profitable Franchise! Hit subscribe, and get ready to create your dream life.

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  • Creator
    Tariq Johnson & Franchise Empire
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    173
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
  • Show Website
    Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast

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