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

    Is Rolling Suds the Right Franchise for You?

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fe Feeling trapped by the corporate "golden handcuffs" and looking to build real enterprise value through business ownership? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Chantel Soumis sits down with Aaron Harper, the Chairman and Founder of Rolling Suds, to discuss his incredible journey of transforming a single-unit family business into America’s fastest-growing power washing franchise. Discover how Rolling Suds scaled past 350+ territories overnight by shifting the traditional pressure washing model away from low-ticket residential driveways to high-ticket, recurring commercial B2B contracts.  If you want to know what it truly takes to transition from an employee to a multi-unit franchise operator, this masterclass in operational clarity and purpose-driven leadership is for you! ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fe 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fe ------------------ 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=fe 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fe ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fe Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fe Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fe Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fe Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fe ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fe ------------------ 00:00 - Intro: From Employee to Largest Power Washing Company1 00:44 - Welcome to the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast2 01:14 - Introducing Guest Aaron Harper and the Rolling Suds Story3 07:50 - Securing the First 10-15 Franchises4 11:49 - Unlocking Massive Enterprise Value with B2B Accounts5 15:35 - Key Candidate Qualities for Franchise Success6 18:47 - The Biggest Mistake New Franchise Owners Make7 23:56 - Strategic Coaching and Professional Development8 27:14 - Cleaning the Superdome & Fighting Against Irrelevance9 29:17 - The Franchise Evaluation and Power Launch Process10 33:21 - Single-Unit vs. Multi-Unit Operators11 35:36 - Final Advice for First-Time Franchise Candidates12 38:35 - Outro: Systems, Strategy, and Strategic Discomfort13 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.

  2. 3d ago

    What is the Role of a Franchisor vs. a Franchisee?

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fe This video breaks down the exact roles, responsibilities, and level of control shared between a franchisor and a franchisee. While the franchisor is responsible for providing the complete operational blueprint including marketing, training guidelines, and brand protection tools the franchisee is the ultimate business owner who handles everyday operations like hiring, staff management, and executing the system. Through personal anecdotes about owning Five Guys franchises and navigating site approvals, the speakers emphasize the importance of following the proven system and maintaining a collaborative relationship to achieve profitability. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fe 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fe ------------------ 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=fe 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fe ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fe Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fe Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fe Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fe Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fe ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fe ------------------ 00:00 – Intro and Podcast Welcome 00:53 – Overview of Franchisor vs. Franchisee Roles 01:35 – Employee Management and Owner Control 03:14 – Success is 100% Dependent on the Franchisee 05:44 – Ad-break: Low-cost Franchises List 06:02 – The "Having a Baby" Franchise Analogy 07:00 – Value-adds: Call Centers and Brand Protection 08:33 – Learning to Trust the Franchisor’s Data and Advice 10:04 – Clarifying the Partnership Dynamics 12:22 – Anecdote: Real-world Site Approval Lessons 13:45 – Setting Up the Business: The IKEA Analogy 14:52 – The Reality of Hiring and Operations Management 15:39 – Modern Digital Systems vs. Past Operations 16:11 – Competitive Environments and Broker Networks 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.

  3. Jul 21

    How Franchise Royalties Really Work

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly212026 This video explores the purpose, structure, and value of franchise royalties from both a franchisee and franchisor perspective. Tariq, Marc and Chris break down how royalties whether percentage-based or flat rates—serve as an investment that allows franchisors to reinvest in systems, technology, and support talent. Additionally, the discussion covers related financial elements like initial franchise fees, minimum monthly royalties, and the contemporary value of digital marketing ad funds. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejuly212026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejuly212026 ------------------ 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=fejuly212026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejuly212026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejuly212026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejuly212026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly212026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejuly212026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejuly212026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejuly212026 ------------------ 00:00 Podcast Intro 00:48 What Are Franchise Royalties and Fees? 01:35 Why Franchisors Charge Royalties 02:03 Different Franchise Royalty Structures 02:18 The Value of Royalties and Due Diligence 02:64 Minimum Royalties and Negotiating Terms 03:12 Understanding the Ad Fund and Marketing Fees 03:43 Final Thoughts on Royalties as a Cost of Business 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.

  4. Jul 19

    Inside the CertaPro Painters Franchise

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly192026 What does it take to go from entry-level sales rep to franchise owner in the same business you spent years building from the inside out? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Chantel Soumis sits down with Erik Harris, owner and general manager of CertaPro Painters of Needham, Massachusetts. Erik started at Sherwin Williams out of college, spent over seven years as a sales rep at CertaPro, and in late 2020 bought the business from the previous owner in the middle of a global pandemic. He breaks down why he chose to stay with the franchise instead of going independent, how he generated 108 new Google reviews in a single year, why business networking became his highest ROI marketing channel, and what he has had to unlearn as a perfectionist to think like a business owner. If you want to understand what franchise ownership actually looks like day to day, Erik's story gives you a clear picture of what that path actually looks like. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejuly192026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejuly192026 ------------------ 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=fejuly192026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejuly192026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejuly192026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejuly192026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly192026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejuly192026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejuly192026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejuly192026 ------------------ 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.

  5. Jul 14

    Building a remote cleaning franchise with MaidThis

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly142026 What does it look like to build a seven figure cleaning business while traveling to over 60 countries as a digital nomad? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Chantel Soumis sits down with Neel Parekh, founder and CEO of MadeThis Franchise, to break down how he went from paying cleaners cash outside his corporate office building to building one of the top rated low cost franchises of 2025 according to Entrepreneur Magazine. We cover how the MadeThis remote model works with no vehicles, no equipment, and no office space required, why the business is better described as a staffing and marketing company than a cleaning company, what the total investment looks like at $60,000 to $80,000 all in, how their Mission Control platform gives franchisees a data driven marketing battle plan every single week, and why Neel actually prefers candidates with zero marketing experience. If you are looking for a low cost franchise with a modern tech enabled model and genuine flexibility in how you operate it, this episode is worth your time. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejuly142026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejuly142026 ------------------ 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=fejuly142026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejuly142026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejuly142026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejuly142026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly142026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejuly142026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejuly142026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejuly142026 ------------------ 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.

  6. Jul 12

    Scaling Success with CertaPro Painters Franchise

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fe What does it actually take to scale a painting franchise from $50 million to nearly $1 billion in revenue? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Chantel Soumis sits down with Mike Stone, President and CEO of CertaPro Painters, for a conversation that covers the full journey from the ground up. Mike started as a residential sales associate in 1999 helping a single franchisee cross the $1 million mark and worked his way through nearly every role in the organization before taking the top seat in 2015.  ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fe 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fe ------------------ 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=fe 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fe ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fe Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fe Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fe Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fe Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fe ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fe ------------------ 00:00 - Protecting Your Most Valuable Assets 00:14 - Introduction to the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast 01:43 - Meeting Mike Stone: A 25-Year Journey from Sales to CEO 03:29 - The Origins of CertaPro Painters 05:06 - Why Painting is a Massive, Fragmented Opportunity 07:01 - The Franchise Model: Being in Business for Yourself, Not by Yourself 08:51 - Delivering Certainty and Investing in Technology 09:47 - National Accounts: Painting for Walmart and Home Depot 11:51 - Measuring Success with Net Promoter Scores and Voice of the Customer 13:51 - CertaPro's Tiered Royalty Structure Explained 15:06 - Investing in Field Support and People Development 17:57 - Breaking the Blue-Collar Bias in the Painting Industry 19:48 - Why Painting is a Recession-Retardant Maintenance Business 21:10 - The Ideal 50/50 Split: Residential vs. Commercial Revenue 23:09 - How to Build Trust in Your Local Community 26:14 - Giving Back: The Paint It Pink Initiative for Breast Cancer 27:32 - Final Thoughts on Franchise Success 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.

  7. Jul 8

    Is Cabinet IQ the Right Franchise for You?

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejul72026 What does it actually take to build one of the fastest growing cabinet and countertop franchise brands in the country from scratch? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Marc Magerman sits down with Michael Hartel, founder and CEO of Cabinet IQ, for a conversation that covers everything a serious franchise buyer needs to know about this brand. Michael breaks down how Cabinet IQ is disrupting a fragmented and outdated industry with a six star customer experience, why franchisees can start generating revenue before their showroom even opens, what the numbers actually look like in their most recent FDD including two franchisees who did over $1.1 million in their first full year, how the subcontractor model gives owners more flexibility and better alignment than traditional employees, and what five core values Michael looks for in every single candidate before awarding a territory. If you are seriously evaluating franchise opportunities in the home services space and want to hear directly from a founder who is genuinely invested in the success of every person who joins the system, this episode is worth your time. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fefejul72026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fefejul72026 ------------------ 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=fefejul72026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fefejul72026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fefejul72026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fefejul72026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fefejul72026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fefejul72026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fefejul72026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fefejul72026 ------------------ 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.

  8. Jun 30

    Assisting Hands: The recession proof franchise model

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun302026 What does it take to build a franchise network around one of the fastest growing demographics in the country? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we sit down with Dan Durney, Director of Franchise Development for Assisting Hands Home Care, to break down how the company built a recession resistant business around the silver tsunami, the demographic shift of roughly 10,000 people turning 65 every day in the US. We cover their FOFO culture, the family of franchise owners, why they remain free of private equity ownership, what the discovery process looks like, and why their sliding royalty scale rewards growth instead of punishing it. If you are evaluating franchise opportunities in the senior care space, this is the kind of behind the scenes look most candidates never get before signing. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=fejun302026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=fejun302026 ------------------ 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=fejun302026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=fejun302026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=fejun302026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=fejun302026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejun302026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=fejun302026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=fejun302026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=fejun302026 ------------------ 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.

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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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    Tariq Johnson & Franchise Empire
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    184
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    Clean
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