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Inspiring conversations with real people who took the leap into business ownership, franchising, and freedom. Hosted by franchise guru, consultant and trusted small business advisor, Meg Schmitz.
If you're looking to make the next phase of your life the best phase, this podcast is for you.
From corporate refugees and executives tired of the desk job life, to entrepreneurs and investors looking for more support in their business journey, you'll hear from real people who stepped into the unknown, took control of their destiny and became their own boss.
If you're looking to make the next phase of your life the best phase, this podcast is for you.
From corporate refugees and executives tired of the desk job life, to entrepreneurs and investors looking for more support in their business journey, you'll hear from real people who stepped into the unknown, took control of their destiny and became their own boss.
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My guest for this episode is none other than the Fabulous Dorris Burch. Dorris has quite an empire that embraces femininity and empowerment, and her mission is to inspire women to be so much more. Our inspiring topics today include: Feminine versus masculine energy The role that fashion played in building Dorris’ image and career Dorris’ start in business and building a narrative that unlocked her Unlimited Potential
Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Meet Laura Liss, who was described by a client as being COOL because she is relatable, speaks in plain English, and takes the time to be personally involved in your franchise review, including a whole smorgasbord of additional areas of expertise. In this episode, Laura and I cover these hot topics:- Historical practices that put a bad name on franchise sales- Enter your franchise acquisition with the end in mind: The Exit- Quality of Earnings, and what that means when buying an existing businessCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
"Patty Farmer is an award-winning marketing & media strategist, international speaker, radio host, magazine publisher, and best-selling author specializing in marketing & business." She began her career as a single mom in Las Vegas. Self-taught in so many ways, Patty LEANS IN with vigor, sees pain as an opportunity to pivot. And she won't stop there. Just wait until you hear what she's doing in Italy... Listen in as Patty recounts her story. You will laugh and relate to how:- Office rules about going to the bathroom made her quit her job- The real estate crash of 2008 redefined her thinking and goals- Mentors trained her to THINK how they think, not just do what they doCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Coach, entrepreneur and author, Mike had a blue collar upbringing where he learned the trades and became a General Contractor. The more he learned about real estate, the more he knew he wanted to build a substantial investment portfolio.And build he did, with the backing of some major investors. But some bad decisions lead to an avalanche of consequences. In this episode we discuss:- How Mike achieved success early in his journey- The decisions that cost him everything- The road to redemption Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Sharon Cupach has been a resource and mentor to many in the franchise community. She spent several years as an entrepreneur herself partnering with emerging brands, setting systems and processes in place as well as outsourced franchise development responsibilities.In this episode, Sharon and I discuss:- Aligning with ESSENTIAL need-based businesses for resilience and financial success- Some of our favorite analogies tackling fear and success- Getting your foot in the door early gives Early Adopters a louder voice and more flexibility.
One of my great pleasures is to have decades of relationships with business owners I have placed and the franchise developers who helped those candidates land safely. Today my guest is one of those “Best In Class” franchise developers who has an instinct for great brands and finding the RIGHT FIT for each individual he works with. In this episode Eric and I talk about:- The Three P’s: Positive, Proactive, Persevering Candidates become great owners- Technology pivots and implementations that enable owners to focus on what’s important- Doing one thing well in their brands doesn’t mean one revenue stream- And the Big Question: Labor, Staffing, and How Do I Make Money Owning This?Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Keausha Bradley-Macklin and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Keausha Bradley-Macklin of Porshanality Media, LLC
Life has changed dramatically for Melissa over the last few years. Now a single mom and done with her corporate gig, she is attempting to organize her finances to achieve the diversification dream once again. Melissa hit me with a series of questions that reflected not only her interests, but also her concerns.In this interview I field questions from Melissa that are timely and universal. Our topics include:- What will be successful where I live, regardless of the economy or pandemic?- Why is there a stigma that franchising is somehow cheating in business?- What if I fail? What if I lose everything?Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Keausha Bradley-Macklin and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Keausha Bradley-Macklin of Porshanality Media, LLC
In this episode, my guest Career Transition specialist, Teegan Bartos shares her thoughts on finding joy in your work, and saying YES to diversifying your income streams for greater FUN in gaining financial rewards and insulation. We discuss:- Pandemic trauma has empowered people to find their true value systems to find fulfillment- Corporate Women who struggle to leave guilt behind and gain confidence to diversify outside of the job- Gaining efficiencies through use of business apps and platformsCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Keausha Bradley-Macklin and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Keausha Bradley-Macklin of Porshanality Media, LLC
In this episode I interview President and Area developer of FocalPoint, Jason Weseman. Jason Weseman is a man of many talents, and the best of those is a coach/mentor. Each of his four kids have had the benefit of their dad being a hands-on dad and coaching their respective sports teams. How did Jason get the time to do all this? In this episode, we discuss the Three Pillars of business ownership: your wife, your life, and your money.Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
My guest on this episode is a true leader in the advancement of franchise systems. Josh Skolnick, Co-Founder and Chairman of HorsePower Brands, has a deep history in entrepreneurial activity. In this episode we discuss:- The challenges and rewards of franchising- The importance of listening to the customer and leadership- Creating a foundation of transparencyCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
What do you do when your forever job is eliminated? Melanie Ramos, formerly a Walt Disney World leader, shares her journey to discovering her best next move. In this episode we discuss:- Finding a franchise option with flexibility- Ramping up to profitability- Tapping into support for successCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Jim and Diane share their journey of franchise ownership, passing the business on as a family legacy, and now lead the International Franchise Development efforts for Tutor Doctor. This episode features great highlights about:- The tutoring business - The role of the business owner- Staffing simplicity Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Meet Brian and Jason Miller of Patrice & Associates. This father and son duo are experts with decades of experience in recruiting. They know exactly who will be successful owning a staffing business, and the training programs that go into perfect execution. In this episode you will hear about:- Patrice & Associates stunning growth during the pandemic- Pivots into virtual relationship development - 2022 goals they have their franchise owners to be more successfulCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Amy LeClerc is laser-focused on building a great franchise. And making sure that the path to expansion is clearly marked for her owners. She cut her teeth with a New York advertising agency, and loved the opportunity to build a story with brands that make a big impact. In this episode, Amy and I discuss:- Why it's easy for her to recognize a great brand and build customer loyalty- Expanding across the country with faith in the right Pioneering owners who are taking huge risks- Building a franchise where owners leverage their organizational skills, not practice the trade itselfCredits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Morgan Schnabl is full of curiosity and the entrepreneurial spirit. Morgan's career and business trajectory are far from "normal" for those who start in the corporate world. Not one to get pegged and stuck in a corner, Morgan has allowed her curiosity to drive her ambitions to build and grow businesses. In the episode, Morgan and I discuss:- Why family and spousal support are vital when the chips are down- How being willing to make bad decisions allowed her to learn FASTER- How building a franchise concept was her intention from the very beginning.Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
In this episode, Kate Reithel shares her journey from retail to entrepreneurship, how the pandemic impacted her business, and her thoughts on having a seasonal business.Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
If you ever wondered if you could take the leap, this is the episode for you. Pamela Belyn is the perfect guest to have this conversation with as she is a real person who made the transition from corporate to independent entrepreneurship.Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
The Stanfords are franchisors of Club Pilates. They are enjoying the freedom of being business owners as they are taking steps to shift the culture of business practices. Jennifer and Mitchell both can agree that this venture was worth the leap.Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
Steve and Melinda Gladin share insights on making a financially stable career change. In this episode, Steve and Melinda Gladin share their unique journey into the pet care business. New decisions are best supported when the finances are stable. The Gladins are the founders and CEO of Fetch! Pet Care.Credits:Hosted by Meg SchmitzProduced by Kacia Huynh and Porsha Williams Gates of Porshanality Media, LLCEditing by Kacia Huynh of Porshanality Media, LLC
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