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. 5D AGO

    3 Types of Businesses NOT to Buy in 2026

    Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast

    18 min

  2. 6D AGO

    Is Baskin-Robbins a Good Investment in 2026?

    Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEfeb082026 Baskin-Robbins is one of the most recognizable franchise brands in the world, but how much does it actually cost to open one, and do the numbers make sense for franchise owners today? In this video, I break down the Baskin-Robbins franchise startup costs, royalty and marketing fees, and real franchisee sales data so you can see how this brand performs from an investment standpoint. We’ll walk through average unit volumes, top and bottom performers, and why food franchises like this often require scale to generate meaningful cash flow. If you’re considering buying a franchise in 2026 and want a clear, numbers-driven look at whether Baskin-Robbins is a good investment, this breakdown will help you make a smarter decision. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=FEfeb082026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=FEfeb082026 ------------------ 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=FEfeb082026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=FEfeb082026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEfeb082026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEfeb082026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=FEfeb082026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=FEfeb082026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=FEfeb082026 ------------------ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – How much does a Baskin-Robbins franchise make? 0:26 – What this video will break down 0:49 – Favorite ice cream flavor trivia 1:26 – Baskin-Robbins brand history 2:29 – How Baskin-Robbins pioneered ice cream franchising 3:21 – The 31 flavors concept explained 4:27 – Brand growth and global footprint 4:57 – Total number of locations worldwide 5:43 – Baskin-Robbins franchise startup costs 6:02 – The sales-to-investment ratio explained 6:44 – Franchise fees, royalties, and marketing costs 7:46 – Average unit volume (AUV) data 8:11 – Why food franchises often require scale 9:09 – Lower-cost franchise alternatives 9:31 – Highest and lowest performing locations 9:50 – Best and worst performing regions 10:05 – Moon landing flavor trivia 10:09 – More franchise breakdowns to watch next 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 infor

    10 min

  3. JAN 28

    Ex-Franchise Owners Expose the Reality of Passive Income

    Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=podcast Everyone wants passive income, but most people have no idea what it really takes to make a semi-absentee franchise work. In this episode, we break down exactly how to set up your franchise to succeed if you can’t be full-time from day one. You’ll hear real strategies from our own team, the mistakes we’ve seen others make, and how to think like a top-performing owner. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=podcast 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=podcast ------------------ 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=podcast 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=podcast ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=podcast Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=podcast Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=Fpodcast Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=podcast ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=podcast ------------------ 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 min

  4. JAN 21

    Open a Day Care Center | How to Easily Start a Child Care Business in 2026

    👉 Want a deeper understanding of franchising? Get our Franchise Buyers Academy mini course (FREE for a limited time): https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=podcast 💰 Prefer low-cost, high-revenue franchises? Download our free guide to 5 Low-Cost Franchises That All Make $1M: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=podcast This is one of the most fascinating (and expensive) franchise models we’ve seen. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about The Learning Experience daycare franchise: how much it costs, how much it actually makes, and whether it’s a smart investment in 2026. We get tons of people asking about daycare and child care franchises, so if you're one of those people looking for real estate, recurring revenue, and demand that never goes away, this one’s worth studying. We also share a secret strategy you can use to buy into the franchise for less. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=podcast 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=podcast ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨 Join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=podcast ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=podcast Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=podcast Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=podcast Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=podcast Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=podcast ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=podcast ------------------ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 – Why Daycare Franchises Are So Interesting 1:03 – The Learning Experience Origin Story 3:01 – When Franchising Started + Why It Grew Fast 5:08 – Franchise Costs (Total Investment + Fee) 6:43 – Royalties, Recurring Revenue & Demand 8:00 – Average Franchise Sales (Mature + Intermediate) 9:33 – Corporate vs Franchise-Owned Performance 11:06 – Final Thoughts  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 mad

    12 min

  5. JAN 16

    One of The Richest Automotive Businesses To Start in 2026

    Ever wondered how much money those Valvoline quick lube locations actually make? In this video, we break down everything, from startup costs to royalty fees to what the top-performing stores are doing in sales. We’ll look at average tickets, oil changes per day, and whether owning one of these shops could be a smart investment or a money pit. We also walk through the fascinating history of the Valvoline brand and what they’re doing to stay ahead in the age of electric vehicles. If you're thinking about investing in the auto industry or just want to understand how much franchise owners really make, this video is for you.

    11 min

  6. JAN 10

    Fear of Failure Is Costing You More Than You Think

    Fear of failure holds more people back from entrepreneurship than anything else, and most don’t even realize it. In this episode, I break down how fear shows up in business decisions, how to reframe failure, and what it actually costs you to delay taking action. Whether you’re thinking about buying a franchise, starting a business, or expanding one you already own, this episode will shift your mindset and help you identify what’s really keeping you stuck. Because at the end of the day, failure isn’t something to avoid; it’s a necessary step on the path to success. ----------------- Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=Podcast 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=Podcast ------------------ 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=Podcast 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=Podcast ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=Podcast Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=Podcast Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=Podcast Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=Podcast ------------------ Get High-Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=Podcast ------------------ 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.

    25 min

  7. JAN 8

    Is this Pet Store Worth the Investment in 2026? (Costs, Sales, & Fees)

    Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan112026 Pet Supplies Plus is one of the largest pet store franchises in the U.S, but is it actually a smart investment in 2026? In this video, we break down everything you need to know before buying: the real startup costs, how much their stores make on average, what franchisees are paying in royalties and marketing fees, and whether the sales-to-investment ratio actually adds up. We also cover the brand’s history, ownership changes, and how they compare to other retail franchises. If you're looking at pet franchises or evaluating brick-and-mortar opportunities, watch this before investing. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=FEJan112026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=FEJan112026 ------------------ 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=FEJan112026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=FEJan112026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEJan112026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEJan112026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=FEJan112026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=FEJan112026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=FEJan112026 ------------------ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro: Why This Franchise Surprised Me 0:31 - The Origin of Pet Supplies Plus 2:33 - Why the Brand Took Off During COVID 3:14 - Unique Features of Their Store Model 4:06 - Franchise Fees & Startup Costs 5:10 - My Grand Opening Mistake (Don’t Repeat This) 6:22 - Royalty and Marketing Fee Breakdown 7:18 - The Real Cost of Inventory-Based Businesses 8:12 - How Much Pet Supplies Plus Locations Make 9:10 - What the Sales-to-Investment Ratio Tells You 10:02 - Franchise Profit Margins & Rent Numbers 11:06 - Final Thoughts + The Playlist You Should Watch Next 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 solicitat

    12 min

  8. JAN 4

    One of the Top "BORING" Businesses to Start in 2026

    👉 Want more franchises like this? Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan42026 If you're interested in this specific business or any franchise at all, make sure to watch our video breaking down what you NEED to be looking at before investing: https://youtu.be/ELOkNzeIgJE Stratus Building Solutions isn’t flashy, but this commercial cleaning franchise has built a multi-million dollar empire using a unique master franchise model. In this video, we break down what makes Stratus different, how the business model works, how much franchisees and master franchisees actually make, and the real costs to get started. You’ll see both the upside and challenges of this opportunity, plus real revenue numbers, including one master franchisee who made over $5 million (wait til you hear the real number). If you’re considering low-cost, high-margin service businesses, this is one you need to study. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=FEJan42026 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=FEJan42026 ------------------ 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=FEJan42026 💰 Get Business Grants From the Government: https://www.franchiseempire.com/bizgrants?utm_source=FEJan42026 ------------------ Free Resources to Get You Started! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEJan42026 Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEJan42026 Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan42026 Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for : https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=FEJan42026 Download our FREE StarterKit: The Zero to Profitable Franchise in Less Than 12 Months Guide:  https://www.franchiseempire.com/o-ztpf-guide?utm_source=FEJan42026 ------------------ Get High Performing Franchises In Your Inbox Every Week https://www.franchiseempire.com/newsletter?utm_source=FEJan42026 ------------------ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro – Why “Boring” Businesses Work 0:56 What Is Stratus Building Solutions? 1:39 The Master Franchise Model Explained 2:44 How the Business Model Works 4:01 Stratus’ Green Cleaning Advantage 4:40 B2B Customers & Recurring Revenue 5:48 Real Startup Costs & Investment Breakdown 7:02 How the Royalties Actually Work 8:50 How Much Do Franchisees Really Make? 10:32 Final Thoughts + Watch This Next 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 requi

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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
    144
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    © 2026 Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
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