In this episode of the Franchise QB Podcast, host Mike Halpern speaks with Jeremy Ames, CEO of Guidant Financial, about the journey of entrepreneurship, the diverse opportunities in franchising, and the importance of overcoming barriers to business ownership. 

They discuss the Rollover for Business Startups (ROBS) financing option, share client success stories, and explore the shift towards entrepreneurship in midlife. Jeremy emphasizes the need for individuals to take actionable steps towards their entrepreneurial dreams and the value of experience in business ownership.

Takeaways

✅Jeremy Ames has helped launch over 30,000 small businesses.
✅Franchising offers diverse opportunities beyond traditional QSRs.
✅Many people want to be their own boss but don't take action.
✅Entrepreneurship is often a midlife journey with greater success rates.
✅ROBS allows individuals to use retirement funds for business investment.
✅Successful entrepreneurs leverage their networks and experiences.
✅The fear of losing everything can hold back potential entrepreneurs.
✅Many misconceptions exist about age and entrepreneurship.
✅Business ownership can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
✅Taking small steps can lead to significant progress in entrepreneurship.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:36 Jeremy Ames' Entrepreneurial Journey
05:56 Diverse Franchise Opportunities
09:31 Overcoming Barriers to Entrepreneurship
12:49 The Myth of Young Entrepreneurs
14:44 Understanding ROBS Financing
18:57 Client Success Stories with ROBS
24:45 The Shift Towards Entrepreneurship
27:54 Conclusion

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