The Infinite Franchisee Show: Recent Episodes
April Porter
Welcome to The Infinite Franchisee Show. Where every Franchisee meets Infinite Possibilities.
You have found the only business resource dedicated to franchise business owners. Here, you will discover the executive-level strategies needed to overcome the overwhelm, concentrate on explosive growth activities, and capture the life of your dreams, with April Porter - attorney, award-winning multi-unit franchisee, and #1 International Best-selling author on a mission to help franchisees achieve infinite success.
Explore the philosophical question of whether the ends justify the means, particularly in the context of entrepreneurship. She emphasizes the importance of defining one's vision for business success, which encompasses sanity, wealth, and gratitude. The conversation delves into the challenges of time management for business owners and the necessity of prioritizing personal well-being. April also addresses the misconceptions about entrepreneurship, urging listeners to align their means with their ultimate goals to achieve true fulfillment in their professional lives.
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One of the most common struggles Franchisees and small business owners are facing right now is finding employees. Many believe the increase in unemployment benefits is the cause – but what if they’re wrong? Candidates are learning to value themselves in a different way, so employers may need to attract them in a different way. Of course, in any environment, we don’t just want to find an employee, we want to find the right employee, which requires an employment search based on strategy. Here are 10 tips to set you apart from the competition and connect with employment candidates that want to work for someone just like you. Use these tactics to enhance your employment search process so that you can fill your roster with the rock stars that are ready, willing and able to take your company to the next level
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April was a guest on "Brand & Grow Your Coaching Practice", a podcast hosted by Brian Hilliard.
Here is that conversation with Brian. We hope you enjoy it!
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In this episode, we sit down with Angela Skurtu, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and certified sex therapist, to explore the intricate dynamics that entrepreneurs face in their personal relationships. Angela provides keen insights into how risk-taking business owners and their more steady, risk-averse partners navigate challenges like financial stress, intimacy, and family life.
Angela Skurtu is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an AASECT-certified sex therapist, specializing in helping couples overcome relationship hurdles. She is the author of two widely acclaimed books, Helping Couples Overcome Infidelity and Premarital Counseling: A Guide for Clinicians, both available on Amazon. Angela’s expertise focuses on reigniting passion, improving communication, and fostering connection within relationships.
Connect with Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-skurtu-01008822
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Angela Louis, the founder of Adaptive Leadership and a powerhouse fractional COO, joins April this week to discuss the vital role of leadership in small businesses and franchises. Angela shares her extensive experience in human resources and operations, emphasizing the importance of hiring the right people, effective communication, and building strong processes. She also highlights the benefits of fractional roles for growing businesses and how leaders can avoid common pitfalls in delegation and employee management. Whether you’re struggling with hiring, scaling, or managing your team, this episode offers actionable insights to help you succeed.
Connect with Angela on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelamlouis/
Learn more about Secretsos™ - The Business Intelligence Agency here: https://www.secretsos.net/home
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Jeremy Pourbaix, founder of Franchise Flippers, is the guest this week on the podcast. We talked about his journey from running multiple franchise locations to recognizing the need for a better way to exit the franchise world. Jeremy shares his personal story of scaling a successful franchise and the challenges he faced when trying to sell his businesses. We discussed the key trends contributing to franchise exits, including underestimating the time and effort required, overextending with multiple units, and the importance of proper education in running a successful franchise. Whether you’re planning an exit or navigating challenges, this episode provides valuable insights into the franchise lifecycle.
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In this two part episode, April Porter welcomes Lisa Gregory, founder of Coaching Matters, for a deep dive into the Human Performance Technology (HPT) model, which explains why people underperform and we highlight the challenges in franchise systems, where misalignments between expectations and reality can lead to underperformance and strained relationships.
Tune in to learn how to bridge the gap between franchisees and franchisors by understanding both the art and science of business, as well as effective communication
Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisachapmangregory/
Book a consultation to see if the Healthy Franchise VIP Event is for you! Send an email to kathy@askaprilporter.com
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In this two part episode, April Porter welcomes Lisa Gregory, founder of Coaching Matters, for a deep dive into the art and science of training and development. Whether you're a seasoned franchisor or just starting, this episode offers valuable insights into how to effectively train and support franchisees.
Tune in to learn how to bridge the gap between franchisees and franchisors, enhance training programs, and achieve better outcomes for everyone involved.
Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisachapmangregory/
Book a consultation to see if the Healthy Franchise VIP Event is for you! Send an email to kathy@askaprilporter.com
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There is a sickness spreading throughout the franchising community, particularly among underperforming franchisees. Franchisors often view underperformers as bad franchisees, but the root cause of underperformance is a larger problem. Franchisors typically learn how to be franchisors from other franchisors, creating an echo chamber that discourages innovation. Underperformance is a symptom of a virus that affects all franchisees, but the severity of the symptoms varies. The virus is caused by gaps and pitfalls in the franchisee journey, and it can lead to financial struggles, mental exhaustion, and strained relationships. To address this issue, franchisors need to understand the different learning styles and needs of their franchisees and design a comprehensive franchisee journey. Tune in to learn more about how to cultivate a healthy franchise.
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In this insightful episode, April Porter delves deep into the art and science of crafting your ideal customer avatar. April shares her proven strategies for identifying and understanding your target audience, emphasizing the importance of a detailed customer avatar dossier. Discover how to fine-tune your marketing efforts, increase engagement, and drive growth for your business by truly knowing your customers.
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Join us for an engaging conversation with April as she delves into the television program 'The Chosen' and its profound impact on its audience. Discover why April is a passionate fan, as she highlights the show's captivating content, creative brilliance, and innovative business model. This episode also explores the critical role of a mission statement, the power of storytelling, and the strategic repurposing of content to attract and engage customers. Lastly, April examines the importance of workplace culture and its significant influence on the overall success of a business.
Resources Mentioned:
- Join the FREE Small Business Secret Weapon Workshop July 17-19 to take your business to the next level this year.
Learn more here: https://secretsos.krtra.com/t/oQBlVKh9U2Yf
- Look for my free Facebook Group Business Owner Tips & Tricks for more free resources and a community of other like-minded business owners. https://www.facebook.com/groups/biztips
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Join April Porter and Andy Tenney discuss three strategies to put more money back into small business owners' pockets in 2024.
The first strategy is to opt into a class action lawsuit against MasterCard and Visa, which could result in significant financial compensation. If you choose this strategy, add "April Porter" to the referral space on the form. https://www.certaintyteam.com/settlement
The second strategy involves taking advantage of employee benefits to attract and retain employees while adding money to the bottom line. https://cbiplus.com/certainty When you fill out the form, it will ask you for your agent so list April Porter as the person who referred you.
The third strategy is to apply for the Small Business Grant Program, which offers grants to legitimate small businesses. Apply for the Q3 Secretsos™ Grant here: https://www.secretsos.net/SOS_Grant
Additionally, a free workshop coming up next week is the Small Business Secret Weapon Workshop, where experts share strategies to create momentum and prosperity in various areas of business. Register for the workshop on July 17-19 here: https://secretsos.krtra.com/t/oQBlVKh9U2Yf
In this inspiring conversation, April explores the incredible power of belief and gratitude in attracting what you desire. April shares a personal story about losing her wallet and how maintaining a positive mindset throughout the ordeal showcased the power of the law of attraction. Learn how to harness these principles to balance your emotions and bring more positivity into your life.
Resources Mentioned:
Join the FREE Small Business Secret Weapon Workshop July 17-19 to take your business to the next level this year. Learn more here: https://secretsos.krtra.com/t/oQBlVKh9U2Yf
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In this episode, we dive into a common challenge faced by small business owners: the employee mentality. Many entrepreneurs unintentionally bring employee activities and mindsets into their businesses, which can hold them back from achieving true success. We’ll explore the three telltale signs of an employee mindset and how to overcome them.
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Feeling Unsatisfied with the Business Experience
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Looking for Outside Factors to Change the Situation
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Avoiding Confrontation
Resources Mentioned:
Join the FREE Small Business Secret Weapon Workshop July 17-19 to take your business to the next level this year. Learn more here: https://secretsos.krtra.com/t/oQBlVKh9U2Yf
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Tune in to this episode to learn how to shift from an employee mentality to an owner mindset, and start building the business of your dreams today!
In this conversation, April Porter interviews Paul Tran, an entrepreneur and advisor in the franchise and restaurant space. They discuss the current trends and challenges in the restaurant industry, as well as the franchising model. They emphasize the importance of adaptability, relevancy, and value in attracting customers. They also highlight the need for personalized and engaging customer experiences, as well as the importance of building loyalty through customer appreciation and loyalty programs. In the franchising space, they discuss the need for franchisors to create content that showcases the benefits of being a franchisee and to prioritize the success and profitability of their franchisees. They also touch on the mindset and mental load of franchisees and the importance of coaching and support in helping them succeed.
Connect with Paul and learn more about his work at www.paulttran.com tune in to his podcast by clicking here: https://www.unfocused.show/
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In this episode that originally aired in 2022, we dive into actionable and effective methods to quickly boost your income. Whether you're looking for side hustles, investment tips, or creative ways to leverage your skills, our expert guests provide practical advice to help you achieve financial relief fast. Tune in to discover strategies that can make a real difference in your financial situation today!
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Many small business owners are experiencing a dip in sales in 2024 due to changes in the economy. In 2020, small businesses benefited from the shutdowns and government stimulus, but now they are facing extreme inflation and high interest rates. Middle-class Americans are re-evaluating their expenditures, leading to a decrease in sales. It is important for business owners to focus on what they can control, such as understanding and adapting to the changing customer avatars. By re-evaluating customer avatars and incorporating psychological and emotional triggers into their messaging, businesses can attract qualified leads and increase sales.
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Hop into this episode and explore the concept of responsible franchising and the need for a standard of care in the franchising industry. It delves into the challenges faced by franchisees and the imbalance of power in the franchisor-franchisee relationship. The focus is on the SWAG™ standard (Sanity, Wealth, and Gratitude™) and its potential impact on the franchising model.
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Dive into the concept of responsible franchising! April is sharing her journey from highlighting the problems in the industry to focusing on solutions. She discusses the importance of shifting the narrative towards positive, forward-thinking strategies and the impact of collaborative efforts like those at the Titus Center for Franchising. April emphasizes the need for self-regulation within the franchising community and invites listeners to contribute their perspectives on establishing concrete standards for responsible business practices. Join the conversation and explore how responsible franchising can lead to sustainable success for all stakeholders.
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Join us on this episode as we delve into the intriguing concept of the 'Franchise Gap'. From identifying common pitfalls to exploring innovative strategies, we uncover ways to bridge this divide and propel franchise success. Tune in to gain valuable insights on navigating the franchise gap and unlocking untapped opportunities.
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Dive into the world of franchising! In this episode, we're unpacking insights from the recent American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) conference, where the buzz was all about collaboration between franchisees and franchisors. But here's the twist: while big-time investors usually steal the spotlight in other conferences, this one shines a light on the unsung heroes—the small business franchise owners.
Join me as we explore how these smaller franchisees often get overlooked in discussions about responsible franchising. We're talking about the real people who are in the trenches, building their businesses from the ground up. I'm not holding back either; I'm calling out the lack of representation for these folks and championing the need for transparency and fairness in franchise agreements.
But that's not all—we're digging deep into the difference between responsible and fair franchising. Is striving for responsibility alone cutting it, or should we be aiming higher for a standard of fairness that benefits everyone involved? It's a thought-provoking conversation that challenges the status quo and invites us to rethink the way we approach franchising.
Tune in to join the discussion and share your thoughts on whether responsible franchising is enough or if it's time to raise the bar for fairness in the franchising world!
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Today we cover the topic of responsible franchising and the need for a shift in focus from highlighting the problems to finding solutions. April shares her journey and realization that talking about responsible franchising and adopting the vernacular of responsible franchising is gaining more traction. She discusses the role of the Titus Center for Franchising in promoting responsible franchising and the need for self-regulation within the franchising community.
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Secretsos™ is a technology platform that provides professional development for small business owners. It fills the gap in available professional development for underserved small business owners. The platform offers practical education and strategic guidance in various areas of business, such as operations, mindset, team development, marketing strategy, sales strategy, legal considerations, and HR. Secretsos™ brings together experts from different specialties to provide comprehensive and targeted content. It offers different membership levels based on the size and stage of the business. The platform also includes AI-powered assistance and a grant program for small business owners.
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Brian Cook, a seasoned entrepreneur and franchisor of StretchMed, shares his insights on the franchise industry and the importance of doing it the right way. He discusses the need for transparency and setting clear expectations in franchising, as well as the impact of customer turnover and pricing strategies. Brian emphasizes the value of developing people and creating a great customer experience. He also highlights the importance of financial modeling and managing by the numbers when scaling a business. Overall, Brian provides valuable advice for both franchisees and franchisors.
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In this podcast episode, Lane Kawaoka, a successful real estate investor, shares his journey from engineer to owner of over 10,000 rental units. He discusses the shift from active to passive investing, highlighting the benefits of real estate and tax strategies in wealth building. Lane emphasizes the importance of understanding one's wealth-building stage and offers actionable tips for listeners. His book, "The Wealth Elevator," and podcast provide further resources for those interested in financial independence through real estate.
Lane Kawaoka, Founder and Author of The Wealth Elevator, owns 10,000+ rental units and is the leader of “Hui Deal Pipeline Club” which has acquired over $2.1B+ dollars of real estate by syndicating over $200 Million Dollars of private equity since 2016 with over $45M of distributions to investors.
Lane uses his Engineering degree to reverse engineer the wealth building strategies that the rich use in the Top-50 Investing Podcast,The Wealth Elevator.
Get a copy of Lane's book here: https://thewealthelevator.com/home/book/
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Join us for an exclusive interview with Wade Swikle, the visionary founder of Two College Brothers Moving Storage and Franchising. Wade shares his incredible journey from starting a moving company in college to building a multimillion-dollar business. Discover his unique approach to franchising, his million-dollar guarantee for franchisees, and his mission to create businesses that make a positive impact on communities. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and the power of service.
You can connect with Wade on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadeswikle/
Tune into his podcast Grow Your Moving Company Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-moving-company/id1217062547 or on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13LnGLEC0cHTnN1PXtnbk9
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Dive into the world of captivating copywriting with Julie Cabezas, the mastermind behind Copy Crimes, a trailblazing copywriting agency. Tune in to learn the secrets behind crafting compelling content that drives small businesses to success!
Discover the pivotal role copywriting plays in amplifying your business's reach and revenue. Julie sheds light on the common mindset barriers hindering entrepreneurs from fully grasping the power of persuasive writing. Unveil the distinction between mere content creation and the art of selling through words.
Unlock the keys to crafting strategic, attention-grabbing copy that sparks action and fosters lasting connections with your audience. Julie's insights debunk the myth of AI dominance, underscoring the irreplaceable value of human touch in creating truly engaging content.
Ready to revolutionize your approach to copywriting? Press play now and embark on a journey towards unleashing the full potential of your brand's messaging!
Learn more from Julie at: https://copycrimes.com/ and join her free group at https://selfmadesales.com/
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Michael Hutchins and Chad Harrison from Authority Brands delve into the pivotal role of talent within the franchising sphere. They shed light on the comprehensive training and unwavering support extended to franchisees, underlining the profound significance of the symbiotic relationship between franchisors and franchisees. The conversation touches upon the essential qualities that define an exceptional franchisee, and explores emerging trends within the franchising landscape, with a particular focus on the dynamic home services industry. Finally, listeners gain insight into the diverse portfolio of brands under Authority Brands.
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Discover the transformative power of infusing fun into the workplace with Pete Kusiak, founder of the Fun First Strategy™ and seasoned franchisee. Pete shares invaluable insights on why prioritizing fun is essential for fostering a thriving work environment. Learn how intentional culture and a focus on enjoyment can lead to greater employee satisfaction and long-lasting legacies. With practical tips for integrating fun into various business models and the crucial role of franchisors in shaping company culture, Pete's expertise shines through. Get ready to ignite creativity and positivity by asking yourself, 'How can I make this fun?' Don't miss out on unlocking the secrets to a more enjoyable and productive workplace—unleash the power of the Fun First Strategy™ in your business!
Learn more about the Fun First Strategy™ and order his book at www.thefunfirststrategy.com
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Join us in this episode as we navigate the intricate process of selecting optimal software solutions for small businesses and franchisees. Learn the art of crafting a bespoke software wishlist to meet specific business needs and uncover valuable recommendations within your professional network. Explore effective research strategies to discern key differentiators among software platforms, and master the art of sales appointments for informed decision-making.
The episode emphasizes the critical role of hands-on testing and evaluation, steering businesses away from pitfalls and ensuring a seamless fit. Gain confidence in making strategic software decisions, with insights into implementation and integration for sustained growth. Tune in for actionable insights that redefine small business approaches to software adoption and drive lasting success.
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Dive into the world of financial empowerment with Andrew Czerwanka on this eye-opening podcast episode! Discover the crucial role of building and leveraging business credit for franchisees and business owners. Andrew demystifies the distinction between personal and business credit, unveiling the game-changing consequences of personal guarantees and the incredible perks that come with a robust business credit profile.
Uncover the secrets to successfully building business credit as Andrew shares valuable insights and a compelling case study that unveils the transformation from personal guarantees to the freedom of business credit. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting, this episode provides actionable steps to elevate your financial game.
Andrew doesn't stop there! Be prepared to supercharge your credit strategy as he extends a personalized invitation for consultations and evaluations. Discover your current credit landscape, explore untapped opportunities, and set your business on the path to financial excellence.
Ready to unlock the potential of your business credit? Press play now and embark on a journey to financial success with Andrew Czerwanka!
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Join us as we explore the three crucial steps to accelerate your journey to SWAG™—Sanity, Wealth, and Gratitude™. Discover how aligning your actions with your vision can transform your business into a source of profound fulfillment. Ready to make your SWAG™ a reality? Hit play and let's dive into the keys to entrepreneurial success!
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Jeremy Bollington, a franchise consultant, discusses the E2 visa program and its role in franchising. The E2 visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows individuals to come to the US by investing in a business. Jeremey explains the challenges and benefits of working with E2 candidates, including language barriers and motivation for success. He also highlights the win-win-win nature of the E2 visa program, as it strengthens the US economy, creates jobs, and provides opportunities for foreign families. Jeremey provides insights into the process of using the E2 visa and recommends being flexible in location and considering franchise ownership.
Connect with Jeremey on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchise-expert/
Visit his website: https://yourfranchiseiswaiting.com/ and follow him on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/@yourfranchiseiswaiting6087/featured
Learn more high-level information on the rules and regulations at the US immigration site in the E2 section: https://www.uscis.gov/working-in-the-united-states/temporary-workers/e-2-treaty-investors
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Explore the essential strategies for building wealth in business, moving beyond delegation to focus on a well-crafted customer journey. In the episode, April shares a practical example of a business's misstep in implementing a reward system. Emphasizing the importance of a strategic customer retention roadmap, the discussion offers insights into the customer's post-purchase psychology.
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Listen in on this juicy conversation with guest, Steve aka Mr. Pineapple, as he explains the transformative Pineapple Theory for business and life. Discover the symbolic richness of the pineapple, its historical ties to wealth and hospitality, and how it can reshape your approach to leadership and business.
Steve shares key mindsets and principles from his upcoming book, offering a unique perspective on emotions, growth mindset, and authenticity. Learn about the power of persuasion, the one 250 principle, and the art of being positively curious. Steve's pineapple adventures, carrying an actual pineapple worldwide, add a delightful twist to this episode. Dive into the Pineapple Theory and find out how you can infuse your life and business with pineapple-inspired wisdom.
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Dani Pelleva from Franchise Fame discusses her experience as both a franchisor and a franchisee, and how it has shaped her understanding of the challenges in the franchising industry.
She also talks about her book, 'Franchise Fame,' which introduces the five F's of franchising in regards to marketing. These five F's include fantastic reputation, finding the right fit, having a full funnel, franchisee network, and a focused team.
Dani emphasizes the importance of these elements in achieving franchise success. She also highlights the need for franchisors to shift their focus from the end customer to the franchisee.
Connect with Dani here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dani-peleva/ and https://franchisefame.com/
Find her book, Franchise Fame here: https://www.amazon.com/Franchise-Fame-marketing-incremental-franchisors/dp/1781336784
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Tanessa Shears, a kinesiologist and certified sleep science coach, joins April this week to share her 12 Becoming Limitless Protocols which help entrepreneurs double their energy and focus so they can make more money in their business.
They discuss the mindset and habits that hinder sleep, the fallacy of completing all tasks, and the self-made urgency and phantom finish line that often lead to burnout.
Tanessa shares her 12 protocols of becoming limitless, which focus on optimizing brain function through sleep and other health practices. They also explore the impact of sleep on problem-solving, emotional stability, and overall well-being.
Tanessa provides practical tips for creating a wind-down routine and managing sleep with children.
For more information, you can find Tanessa at:
https://tanessashears.com/
Listen to her podcast at: https://tanessashears.com/podcast Watch her Youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/tanessashears
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Cheryl White joins April in this episode. Cheryl is a successful franchisor and franchise strategist. They discuss the importance of investing in oneself and one's business, the mindset of business owners, and the significance of exit planning.
Cheryl shares her insights on how to differentiate between expenses and investments, and emphasizes the value of personal development. They also touch on the importance of strategic planning and understanding one's exit strategy from the beginning.
Overall, Cheryl serves as an example of a franchisor who prioritizes the success and well-being of her franchisees.
Connect with Cheryl here: www.apollocare.co.uk or www.mercuryfranchise.co.uk
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Welcome to an episode where the worlds of direct sales mastery and franchising collide!
In this unique crossover, April and Jennie Bellinger join forces to unveil the hidden realities of direct sales and franchising. Together April and Jennie dive deep into the dynamics of finding committed team members, exploring the value of quality over quantity, and legal concerns not to be overlooked.
In essence, this episode becomes a masterclass on navigating the complex landscapes of direct sales and franchising, providing a wealth of insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and business enthusiasts alike. Don't miss this eye-opening journey into the nuanced worlds of business mastery!
Listen to Jennie's podcast Badass Direct Sales Mastery here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/badass-direct-sales-mastery/id1469629629
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Transitioning into the new year can cause a desire for change to stir within us. In this episode, we are talking about our mindset when deciding what we want for our life, rather than what we want for our days.
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Join us in reflecting on an extraordinary year with Ask April Porter and the Infinite Franchisee® Program! Dive into the thrilling highlights, including the groundbreaking SWAG™ Conference—an exclusive event for entrepreneurs craving advanced business education. Thanks to our incredible sponsors, the SWAG™ Conference left a global impact, sparking emotional breakthroughs and transformations.
But the adventure doesn't end there—2024 holds the promise for much more! This isn't just a recap; it's your invitation to a future where innovation and success collide. Listen in to learn more.
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This week we welcome David Weaver, a seasoned franchise consultant with a background in Midwestern values and a diverse career spanning sales, project management, operations, and finance.
David shares insights from his experience owning and partnering in seven businesses, emphasizing the importance of aligning personal values with business characteristics in franchise ownership.
The conversation explores common mistakes, including choosing businesses based solely on passion without considering crucial factors. David advocates for thorough due diligence, dispels the misconception that all franchises are the same, and highlights the unique role of franchise consultants.
The episode concludes with David's commitment to guiding candidates through informed decisions in the challenging realm of business ownership.
To connect with David Weaver, listeners can email him at david@franchiseyourfreedom.com or visit https://franchiseyourfreedom.com/.
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Special guest Josh Brown, a veteran in the franchise industry and a franchise lawyer, joins us this week on the podcast. Josh shares insights from his 18-year experience, discussing his journey from focusing on franchisees to working with franchisors. He emphasizes the importance of responsible growth for franchisors, suggesting a strategy of dominating a hundred-mile radius before expanding regionally.
The conversation touches on challenges faced by emerging franchisors, the significance of clear growth plans, and the critical role of well-capitalized franchisees.
The episode concludes with a discussion on setting realistic expectations, the necessity of marketing investments, and the importance of open communication between franchisors and franchisees.
Connect with Josh at https://indyfranchiselaw.com/ or listen to his podcast Franchise Euphoria here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-euphoria/id739728748
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Ever caught dreaming about running your own business one day? But you never act on that desire because things like a steady paycheck, needing a surplus of cash to start the business, or the fear of not knowing enough kicks in.
These are the MYTHS that hold us back. Yes, myths, the false narratives that keep us from our dreams.
If you're curious about making a leap into business ownership or just need a fresh perspective on your career, hit play. It's like chatting with your savvy friend who's got the inside scoop.
Let's bust those myths and unlock your true potential together!
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Discover the dynamic world of franchising in this engaging episode featuring Jason West-McReynolds, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the franchise industry.
Jason's background and extensive industry experience come to life as he shares his entrepreneurial journey, which began at just 15 years of age. His impressive resume includes being a Certified Franchise Executive and a member of the International Franchise Association for five years. Notably, Jason served as the CFO and Head of Franchise Relations for a major pizza franchise, helping expand it to over 30 locations.
The conversation places a strong emphasis on the critical role of core values and company culture in franchise success, along with the potential challenges and benefits of multi-unit or area development deals for franchisees.
Moreover, the episode highlights the importance of establishing and running multiple corporate-owned locations before venturing into franchising. This practical advice is incredibly valuable for those looking to enter the world of franchising. Jason's expertise and guidance are particularly relevant for both emerging and established franchisors.
If you're interested in franchising, be sure to check out Jason's work at FranMetrics – a valuable resource for anyone looking to navigate the complex and dynamic landscape of franchising successfully. https://franmetrics.net/
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Adam Cortez from Arc Creative Company, a digital marketing agency specializing in franchise marketing joins April on the podcast. In the episode they emphasize the importance of data-driven marketing, setting realistic budgets, and moving beyond cookie-cutter marketing. Franchisee and small business owners will grow their businesses fast when they switch their view on marketing as an investment for growth instead of an added expense they just can't afford right now. To connect with Adam for personalized marketing advice visit the ARC Creative website www.arccreativeco.com or Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/arccreativeco
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WARNING! In this episode, I am giving you 5 areas that should be priorities for every business owner to succeed in 2024. Make sure to actually prioritize these steps and you will be well on your way to a prosperous 2024 and beyond.
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Let's dive into the emotional and financial aspects of entrepreneurship! In this episode we highlight the challenges and rewards of franchise ownership while emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making and the significance of a well-structured team. I am joined by Ann Marie Weaver, who has a 20+ year career in the HR compliance and payroll industry. You can learn more about Paylocity at I need to send you the link to add to the last sentence of the Show Notes when I receive it from Ann Marie.
Paylocity website: https://view.paylocity.com/viewer/65286be7a9e40d4853633bea
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There are two actions you need to take while selling and they will take away any uncomfortable feelings you have around selling every single time. Selling makes a lot of people uneasy because they view it from a consumer's standpoint. If you take action on the concepts I bring up in this episode, you will be confident that you are not pushy or annoying at your next sales call.
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Take a peek into one of our client meetings! Last week we had the wonderful Laura Pfeiffer as a guest coach in our Infinite Franchisee® Program. The message she had for those in attendance was so good we had to shareLaura Pfeiffer it with all of you.
During the call we covered how to deal with difficult conversations with employees and imposter syndrome. Hope you enjoy the episode.
Learn more about Laura here: https://www.laurapfeiffercoaching.com/
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In this episode, we dive into the economic slowdown and how it's affecting small businesses. The key insight? It's not just the economy—it's how your customers perceive it. Rising costs and changing spending habits are real, but it's your messaging that needs a refresh. Your customers are still out there, waiting to spend, and you can win them back. How? By revising your customer avatar. Listen in and I'll show you how.
Join me on Friday, November 3rd, in-person or virtually, and I'll show you how to revamp your marketing strategy to match today's customer mindset. Don't let limiting beliefs hold you back; take control and thrive in this ever-evolving business world! https://www.askaprilporter.com/aap-in-person-113
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Angela Coté and I had a great conversation about how valuable franchise business coaches are and the support they can provide for franchisees. They are not just another expense, oftentimes franchisees up-level their businesses and mindsets once they work with a franchise business coach.
The #1 driver of franchise system success is profitable, engaged franchisees. Coaching franchisees to become better business owners is how you create overall system success!
Angela Coté is the CEO and Founder of AC Inc and an international speaker and facilitator.
After growing up in franchising and working in all areas of the franchise relationship, Angela knew there was a need in the franchise industry for field coach training, assessment, and development.
The AC community is a network of franchise systems that truly care for the success of their owners and believe in the power of professional development.
Head to the AC Inc. website to try one of the weekly AC Roundtables for peer-to-peer education, read their extensive library of blogs, or stream their podcast! http://fieldcoachexperts.com/
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Matthew Gourgeot with Thryv is my guest this week. Matt helped launch Thryv's software business within the franchisee space in 2019. We had a great conversation about the franchising industry and the importance of a simple, reliable business software for small business owners and emerging franchisors. Thryv helps streamline operations & marketing by placing all the tools needed in one place including tools that can help manage customer communications, marketing and payments on 1 system.
If having a membership with 6 to 8 different software tools to manage your customer experience sounds familiar, then Thryv will be your best friend.
As a Software as a Service platform designed for small businesses, Thryv prides itself on having a holistic and easily-navigable platform that can fit the molds of various different industries. In the franchise space franchisors install Thryv at every franchise location to standardize the customer experience across each unit.
To book a demo to see if Thryv is right for you use this link: https://emp.thryv.com/site/enterprise/online-scheduling?staff=yggqct6ukjlu1vkl
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Numbers can be a scary site when you are running a business. That's why this week we have guest Jill Shaver of Solutions by Shaver on the podcast. Solutions by Shaver is a bookkeeping and accounting firm who helps small business owners get their numbers right by customizing support for each business owner they work with. They offer bookkeeping, payroll, financial reporting and a variety of other services including partnering with Cavin CPA’s & Advisors to offer tax planning to enhance the client experience.
Learn from a true number's gal how to look at your numbers, what the most difficult part of finances is for the majority of small business owners, and the relief you will feel from leaving the bookkeeping to the professionals.
Learn more about Solutions by Shaver by visiting their website: solutionsbyshaver.com
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The time is now! Black Friday is right around the corner, and in order to have a successful holiday season, you need to start working on Black Friday strategies 90 days out! (We are already past the 90 day mark when this episode airs!)
So, I'm sharing some strategies that are necessary for every business owner to use this holiday season and how you can make the most with the time you have left leading up to Black Friday.
Tune in to learn what they are and how to implement them.
Learn more and join the Short Staffed to Super Staffed Webinar by clicking here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/short-staffed-to-super-staffed-webinar
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April is joined by three special guests: Cheryl Parrish, owner of the Rose & Hook and Lillie James Boutique, Mary Armstrong, owner of 314 Garden Supply, and Cheryl Torres, owner of 9Round Kickboxing. All three ladies recently attended an In-Person VIP event for 2 days with April.
Listen in as they discuss the wins they are experiencing from attending the event, (just a mer 10 days after the event was held as of the recording date) and the mindset shifts and challenges they faced at the event. They round out the episode discussing the value of being in-person rather than just meeting virtually.
If you are interested in joining the next In-Person VIP Day with April, click here to find all the events that are being hosted. >> https://www.askaprilporter.com/aap-events
Connect with Cheryl:
Visit Cheryl Parrish's stores and shop online at: theroseandhook.com and lilliejamesboutique.com
Visit Mary Armstrong's stores and shop online at: https://www.314gardensupply.com/
Learn more about Cheryl Torres's business here: https://www.9round.com/locations/tx/Odessa/Billy-Hext-rd
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It's hard to fully understand what I do. So, I'm going to lay it all out for you today! Here's a little hint.... I'm NOT a franchise consultant. ;) Tune in to find out what I call myself and the importance of making sure your audience knows what it is you exactly do.
Learn how to super staff your company this September 12 or 27 at my free webinar... Short Staffed to Super Staffed. Attract qualified leads, find the best candidates, & retain rockstar employees. Register to attend >> https://www.askaprilporter.com/short-staffed-to-super-staffed-webinar
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Do you ever think, "My team won't do that! They would all quit." Have you ever thought that if you make a requirement your team would be mad and revolt?
In this episode, I'm sharing the secrets to unlocking your team's true potential and sharing perspectives with you so you don't ever have to think that your whole team would quit again.
Struggling with hiring an amazing team? In September, I'm hosting the Short Staffed to Super Staffed Webinar. Where I am showing you how to attract qualified leads, find the best candidates, & retain rockstar employees. Learn more and register for the webinar here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/short-staffed-to-super-staffed-webinar
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The Director of Digital Marketing at Hay House Publishing, Debbie Ward, is with April this week. They are breaking down what digital marketing means for franchisees and small business owners, how to make the biggest impact online for your business and learn if it is possible to "take back the power" from social media.
Join our LIVE Capturing Customers Continuously Webinar on August 22 at Noon CST by registering here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/ccc-webinar
Check out Hay House Publishing here: https://www.hayhouse.com/
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Do you journal everyday?
As a business owner, you should be! I am going to share with you the benefits of journaling and how it can transcend and grow your mindset as a business owner.
We are releasing our SWAG™ Journal in the fall of 2023. If you want to be notified when they are ready for release, visit askaprilporter.com scroll to the bottom of the page and give us your email address. We will email you when the journal is ready!
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Have you ever set a goal for yourself to get a bunch of no's? Sounds backwards and wrong, doesn't it?
However, setting a goal to get a certain number of no's does your mindset some good. Listen into this week's episode to learn about the benefits of The No Goal.
Join the upcoming webinar in August, Capturing Customers Continuously here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/ccc-webinar
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When you list your business for sale, how do you continue your motivation to grow it? These 3 priorities I share are the ways you can do just that.
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Tune in for a little taste of the Business Sanity Formula Masterclass. This clip is focused on growing your mindset and helping you overcome the programming you had ingrained in you since your first day of school.
Love what you heard? Get on the waitlist to be notified of our next masterclass we host. https://www.askaprilporter.com/aap-program-waitlist
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Tune in to hear the inspiring story of Dan Claps and the Voda franchise in this week's podcast episode. From humble beginnings to CEO, Dan's journey is f illed with valuable lessons and a drive to redefine success. We discuss the rapid growth of Voda, the challenges faced, and the innovative approach that sets them apart.
Get ready to be moved and motivated as Dan shares his vision for building an empire.
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Franchisees and Franchisors are actually at a higher-risk of having something holding their business back. Now, that goes against everything we are told about franchising, because in franchising, long as you follow the model, you will succeed. Right?
But there is a bigger threat to franchisees than any other kind of business owner. Listen in to learn what that threat is and how to avoid it in your business.
Join us for the Business Sanity Formula Masterclass the week of July 17th. https://www.askaprilporter.com/bsf_registration
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Where should support come from for a franchisee? Should it come from the franchisor, an outside source, or should the franchisee just find it within themselves?
Listen into this week's episode where we uncover where the future of franchisee support is/should be coming from.
Business ownership is hard! Often times we put out as many fires as we can before the next one pops up.Leaving us fed up and ready to call it quits with the business.
But there is a way we can create a life of sanity around our business and I’m going to show you how.Listen in as I cover a few ways you can bring sanity to your life, so that you can live the life you dreamt of before you started your business.
And join me for my first ever Business Sanity Formula Masterclass the week of July 17 for 1-hour each day as I share easy strategies to implement in your business to gain more sanity in your life.
Click here to learn more and register: https://www.askaprilporter.com/bsf_registration
In this episode, I am asking you some questions that will help you realize what's holding you back, where you want to go, but most importantly, what's holding you back from getting there and reaching your SWAG™.
These are great questions to ask yourself for your business but also for your personal life.
Check out the episode and discover what's holding you back.
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Finding employees is hard! In today’s we’ll cover why that is and how you have the power to change the narrative.
Download my free e-book “Maximizing Your Workforce” - 11 Hiring Mistakes to Avoid
https://www.askaprilporter.com/maximize-your-workforce
Attend my next free webinar: Short-Staffed to Super-Staffed. The ultimate recruitment secrets webinar that gives you hands-on strategies to attract qualified leads, find the best candidates, & retain rockstar employees.
https://www.askaprilporter.com/short-staffed-to-super-staffed-webinar
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Hear how Ask April Porter came to be and learn about April's background as a prosecuting attorney that led her to becoming an award-winning multi-unit franchisee.
Learn more about the SWAG™ Conference here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
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Hear from a franchisor who exemplifies SWAG™ - Sanity, Wealth, and Gratitude™ for her franchisees. This is one of the stories that will give you hope for the franchising industry and learn a little bit about salt therapy along the way.
The Salt Suite: TheSaltSuite.com
Tiffany on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanydodson/
The Salt Suite on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSaltSuiteDelrayBeach
Check out Tiffany's books here:
Purple Goldfish Franchise Edition: https://www.amazon.com/Purple-Goldfish-Franchise-S-Y-S-T-
M/dp/1732665214/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1JB3Q3WAQP4BH&keywords=purple+goldfish+franchise+editio
n&qid=1684782851&sprefix=purple+goldfish+franchise+edition%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1
The Simple Story of Salt: https://www.amazon.com/Simple-Story-Salt-Therapy-
Changes/dp/B0BJV2KPDN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=14ALMH7X6UOMT&keywords=The+simple+story+of+s
alt+book&qid=1684782555&sprefix=the+simple+story+of+salt+book%2Caps%2C114&sr=8-1
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It's been turning into a struggle to gather customers online and we have found success on these three platforms.
Tune in to find out which they are and tell us if you have heard of them too!
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I'm sharing all the amazing wins that were had at the SWAG™ Conference, plus I review some things that went wrong so you can learn from those mistakes.
Join the free Marketing Summit I'm hosting on May 19th at 11am CST / 12pm EST. Click here to register. https://www.askaprilporter.com/2023-guide-map-to-gaining-more-customers
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Patrick Laing joins the podcast this week and we get to discuss the importance of living a life full of certainty.
Listen to Patrick's radio show every Friday at certaintylive.com
Learn more about Patrick and his business at certaintyteam.com
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Your job description is the reason why you are either getting a ton of applications or none at all. I am covering the three things your job description needs in this episode.
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Noelle is the owner of The Sound Spa and a certified sound therapist. She combines her passion for neurology, psychology, holistic healing, and education into her business. She demonstrated her practice at the SWAG™ Conference and the attendees loved it!
Learn the benefits sound has on the body and Noelle's testimony in this episode.
Learn more about Noelle at https://thesoundspa.com/
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Amber Dugger is the founder of Profit for Keeps™ and a Cash Flow Coach. She specifically works with business owners. In this episode, Amber is sharing common mistakes that small business owners make regarding cash flow and the opportunities that are open for them.
Learn more about Amber here: https://amberdugger.com/
And see her at the SWAG™ Conference this week in St. Louis, Mo.
https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
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Don't fix what isn't broken is a phrase that is well known and it makes sense! But I am here to challenge that phrase when it comes to business.
I'm diving deeper into why that is in this episode.
If you love it, leave us a 5 star review so more franchisees and business owners can find us.
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Allyson Chavez -- Success & Life Coach -- will be gracing the SWAG™ Conference stage in a few weeks, but first this fiery redhead stopped by the podcast. Listen in to our conversation to add a little spice to your life as we talk about how powerful your intuition is and how to tap into it in every aspect of your life.
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The premier franchisee attorney in the country, Robert Zarco is on the podcast!
Mr. Zarco has an illustrious background and shares the stories that brought him to his success today. This is a special episode that you do not want to miss!
You have a special opportunity to meet Mr. Zarco in person at the SWAG™ Conference April 18-21 in St. Louis, Mo. Get your tickets now at https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
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Often a contradictory thought, the best thing you can do to create a better life for those you love is to invest in yourself. Many believe it is the exact opposite, that in order to create a better life for those you love, you must invest in them.
In this lesson, I am busting this myth wide open and hopefully expanding your thought process when it comes to investing in yourself.
This week is the Release Your Business Beast Bootcamp and I would love for you to join! Invest in yourself! It's free and only 3 hours a day. Register here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/rbb_registration-0
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The unsinkable ship. The Titanic was known for its guarantee to bring you from your current location to your destination. The guarantee didn’t hold true, we all know how that story ends.
There is no such thing as a guarantee, especially when it comes to business ownership. Today I am explaining how you can increase your business intelligence and giving you the 2 things you can rely on to bring you to success in your business.
If you want to dive deeper into this topic, join me for the Release Your Business Beast
Bootcamp March 21-23 as we cover topics such as:
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- breaking the hustle habit and the revenue plateau
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- how to stop being controlled by your business
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- recruiting & hiring top talent for consistent, predictable revenue growth
Click here to register >> https://www.askaprilporter.com/rbb_registration-0
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Taking risks is alway going to be a part of getting what you want. And I get it, taking risks can be scary. However, this week, the fear of failing stops here!
Our mind is a powerful tool and when it is working against us, it’s near impossible to have success. So ditch that negative mindset. Take some risks. Listen in to this week’s free training and transcend your mind to the level of success you know you are capable of.
Attend the free Release Your Business Beast Bootcamp March 21-23.
Learn more here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/rbb_registration-0
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We are taught from an early stage that in order to succeed we need to work, and work, and work even harder to reach our goals. It's hustle culture baby!
However, contrary to popular belief, working non-stop will NOT get you to your goals faster. In fact, the hustle will get you to your dream life slower.
I tackle that belief in this week's episode and explain that a life of SWAG™ - Sanity, Wealth and Gratitude™ does not come from a life of grind.
Learn more about the Bootcamp I mentioned in the episode here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/rbb_registration-0
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There can be many obstacles to a franchisee's success. But this one obstacle stands in the way the most.
Today, we are going to do a deep dive into this obstacle, what it means, and how it is impacting your business.
Register for the Release your Business Beast Bootcamp here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/rbb_registration-0
Submit your business questions for April to discuss on a future episode of the Infinite Franchisee Podcast by emailing team@askaprilporter.com
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Every franchisee / business owner needs one. Heck, even your employees need to have one at the ready.
A one line money maker can make the difference between your business being memorable or falling upon deaf ears.
Here are my tips for strategically structuring your one line money maker to make it stand out with everyone you talk to.
Book a complimentary consult with us to go over your one line money maker here: https://meetings.hubspot.com/april-porter/consult
Learn more about the SWAG™ Conference and grab your ticket here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
Early Bird tickets will not last long!
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When comparing your business to another, it is like comparing an apple to an orange.
We do it to see how we stack up to the competition or other people in our industry. However, the comparison game really isn't giving any insight into how YOU are doing.
Stop chasing after keeping up with others and instead ask yourself "what can I do to make my business successful?"
Learn more about the SWAG™ Conference and grab your ticket here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
Early Bird tickets will not last long!
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It's about time that the word "job" hangs up its hat and retires. There is a good reason behind this too! Listen in to learn why the word job leaves your employees feeling less than special and wanting to put in minimal effort in your business.
Learn more about the SWAG™ Conference and grab your ticket here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
Early Bird tickets will not last long!
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Imposter Syndrome...every business owner has felt this at one point or another. Some would say this is the break in the achilles heel of business owners, that if you fall into the thought process of feeling inadequate in an area that you will be holding yourself back.
However, the areas that are too known in your expertise can hurt you just as much. Because while knowing something and being confident in your knowledge of it, you are not continuing to learn or keep your skills top notch.
This shows how most business owners have on rose colored glasses when looking at what their business needs. They are blind from their assumptions about the areas of their business they need the most help in and what would grow the business the quickest.
Visit www.askaprilporter.com to learn more about this topic and to join our free community specifically for franchisees and small business owners.
Learn more about the SWAG™ Conference and grab your ticket here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
Early Bird tickets will not last long!
When a franchisee signs on the dotted line, they are usually excited for all the tasks lined up for their grand opening. For good reasons too, this is their dream coming to fruition!
The first few months are glorious with steady fast growth each month. Eventually, the growth slows down and the business starts to plateau. At this point, the franchisee has a few options on how to overcome and "bust the business plateau."
In this episode April shares how to do just that, and find steady growth again.
To get on the waitlist for our upcoming masterclass click here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/aap-program-waitlist
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Many business owners are hesitant to put themselves out there on social media. Some view it as bragging when they talk about their accomplishments, or that no one cares about what they had for dinner. What needs to be at the forefront of everyone's mind when creating content for their business on social media, is that they are informing others about their business, explaining how they are helping people through their business, and sharing their mission.
If you would like to explore the possibilities of your social media plan, check out our MegaProfit Marketing Academy here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/megaprofit-marketing-academy
Share your latest social media post in our Facebook Group Franchisee Infinite Success to get some engagement on your post. Join the group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ifzcommunity
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At Ask April Porter our business is built on filling the gaps in the franchising industry. Joining me this week is a very special guest, the Director of Marketing for Ask April Porter, Lauren Seiler.
Lauren constantly has her finger on the "marketing button". She devotes a lot of time keeping up with the latest marketing trends by reading articles, listening to podcasts, testing strategies she has heard, the list goes on.
During our conversation, Lauren shares the 3 marketing gaps franchisees and small business owners need to avoid not only in 2023, but in every year going forward.
You can work with Lauren and April in the MegaProfit Marketing Academy. Learn more here:
https://www.askaprilporter.com/megaprofit-marketing-academy
Follow us on Socials! Find us @askaprilporter
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2022 was a big year for a lot of people. So for the last episode of 2022 we are looking back on the year in the franchising industry and at Ask April Porter. I hope that this episode inspires you to look back at how far you've come this year, even if you are not where you want to be just yet.
Resources mentioned in the episode:
Send podcast ideas or topics you would like covered in 2023 to team@askaprilporter.com
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In-person events are finally coming back since the pandemic. In this episode we are talking about where opportunities lie for franchisees and small business owners to optimize and leverage in-person events in 2023.
We are hosting a big in-person event in 2023 called the SWAG™ Conference. Learn more and get tickets to the conference here: https://www.askaprilporter.com/conference-0
My goal is to get you episode 83 by the end of the week,
Lauren
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When does a franchisor become a franchisor? Spoiler alert - It's not when you get a finalized FDD or when you sell your first franchise location. Join my discussion with Melissa Pang of the Entrepreneur Source, to learn the answer to this, as well as the importance of focusing on the franchisee dream when matching prospective zees to their future brand.
About Melissa Pang: Always customer service-focused, Melissa is a proud member of the TES SourceLink team and works with TES franchisor members on a daily basis, providing a collaborative environment that fosters win-win relationships. She feels most in her element when collaborating with franchisor members – working together, Melissa helps them find solutions and build strong, long-lasting relationships with TES coaches and clients in order to achieve the franchise growth results they desire.
On a more personal note, Melissa lived and worked in Australia for 2 years and constantly talks about returning! Melissa loves everything fitness, but balances out all the physical activity by leaning into her love of good food. You can find her with a blonde Americano in one hand and the TripAdvisor app in the other, searching out her next culinary adventure.
You can learn more about Melissa and get in contact with her here:
Melissa Pang
Member Relationship Strategist
The Entrepreneur’s Source
https://futureoffranchising.com/our-team/
www.linkedin.com/in/melissacpang
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When I hear the word robotics, I think of the Terminator movies, or mechanical arms picking up and moving objects in a manufacturing plant, but it turns out, "robots" can be on your computer, learning and automating repetitive tasks. Paired with AI, this is the type of technology that can increase a small business's bandwidth without increasing payroll. My guest, Cassie Lincoln Managing Partner of Valenta, breaks down how even the smallest business can utilize these strategies to succeed.
Connect with Valenta at their website https://us.valenta.io/
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Let's solve the mysteries of local marketing! In this episode I am sharing which aspect of marketing every business owner needs to focus on.
This aspect not only will bring more leads through your door, but more applications from potential hires as well.
Want to learn more about boosting your marketing efforts in 2023? Join the Mega Profit Marketing LIVE Series we are hosting this week! We start Wednesday, November 30 at 11am PT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET and meet everyday for one hour ending on Friday, December 2.
P.S. It is FREE! Save your seat here: https://askaprilporter.com/megaprofit-marketing-series
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We can all benefit from more cash! And if we can get more cash quickly, that is even better! In this episode, you will learn about 3 strategies to get a cash injection in your business. Some strategies you might not have ever thought of before or maybe you just need motivation to pursue. Regardless, listening to this episode will give you ROI x3.
“Create those class times during that time find look for those opportunities, look for those gaps. When you identify the gap and you can slide into it with a solution, you're going to get a cash injection.”
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This week we have a special guest, Zach Garrett, Founder & CEO of Liftify. We had a great conversation about how increasing the number of your Google reviews can be one of the most efficient ways to increase traffic to your business. April visited with Zach Garrett of Liftify to learn the secrets about gaining more 5 star reviews faster. Spoiler Alert! Relying on your franchisor to request the review is not the answer and Net Promoter Score is not the metric of results you should be watching. Listen in to learn how to maximize and make your Google reviews work for you!
You can learn more about Liftify and Zach here:
liftify.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/77128671
https://www.facebook.com/Goliftify
https://www.instagram.com/_liftify/
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This week on the podcast I sat down with Billy Giordano, CEO and founder of Staffed Up to talk about the best ways to get new hires in your business.
It was a great conversation and I hope it gives you some new strategies to try during your recruitment process.
Connect with Billy:
staffedup.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/billy-giordano-011409114/
https://www.facebook.com/billy.giordano
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I have a story to share about barriers in business...
Normally, we build processes in our business so that there is structure and ease for our operations departments.
But have you ever wondered if those processes would be barriers for your customers or prospects from doing business with you?
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A conundrum that I am sure that we all have lived through at least once in our lives - the best worst day. Bad days can be monumental moments that change the trajectory of our whole life.
In this episode I tell you my story. How and why I started in franchising and about the moment that changed everything for me.
I hope you enjoy it!
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The secrets to scaling a business are never talked about because they make us feel uncomfortable and honestly they are hard. It takes work. In today's episode I pull back the curtain to three secrets that will scale your business.
Plus, I let you in on a little dream that I have for the Franchising Industry as a whole.
This episode is packed FULL of so much useful information. You do NOT want to miss it!
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This week on the podcast I am sharing a conversation I had with Nicole Baker on The Life Coach Baker Podcast. I was able to share some of my story and talk about what it was like opening several franchises, the ups and downs of the industry, what I wish people knew before going into business ownership, and I even opened up about my struggles with perfectionism.I know you all will be able to relate to it! And I can’t wait to share this conversation with you!
Connect with Nicole:
Podcast: The Life Coach Baker Podcast
Instagram: @lifecoachbaker
Website: https://www.lifecoachbaker.com/
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Even though it sounds like the title of a horror novel. This is a possibility!
So, what would you do if the internet went dark? Do you have a plan in place or would it rock your business to its core?
This week I am covering the plans you need to have in place so that, if the internet does go dark, you know what to do and how to keep your business running!
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Surprisingly, the secret to confidence lies inside of you!
You have to power to choose to be confident and show your confidence to the world.
So then why do we struggle with this? Find out in today's episode!
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Today's topic is: What do you actually want? What do you actually desire? We just discussed this with our clients as part of our Fast and Focused program. And we go really deep into what you really want.
If you are ready to go deep with me, then listen in!
“The idea of success when we reach success, what makes us feel successful, is all individualized, it's very customized to the person. And in franchising, we want to treat it just as another common denominator that has no variables. And when we create brands, with that belief, then we are turning a blind eye to how and when our franchisees will feel successful." - April Porter
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If you've listened to any of our marketing broadcasts, you'll know that I usually mention having a three-month marketing plan. Why a marketing strategy of three months? Since the folks that are entering your pipeline today are probably the ones who will make a purchase on Black Friday, if you are using a proper marketing plan, you should be aware of this.
This is the episode for you if this is something you're interested in!
“This is a very sticky place for people because, most of the time, we like to spend our advertising dollars on the bottom of the funnel on promotional pieces that are going to get people to do a sales consultation right away." - April Porter
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We're going to explore the idea of the zone of genus in depth today. It could be your product or service, or it might be us. How do we evolve over time. Most business owners make mistakes when they try to be jacks of all trades when it is wiser to specialize in what they are masters at.
Keep listening if this is something you're interested in!
“You have to find people with particular zones of genus and assign them where they need to go or alternatively, it has to be developed. And when it's developed, that could mean you hire an amazing employee, a real go getter, someone who has the drive and the desire to help you grow the business."
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Influence.
It can be nice to have. After-all, if it weren't for those social media influencers chances are you wouldn't have tried the newest summer seltzer, or seen the latest TikTok trend.
There is a dark side to influence. (Okay, that is a little dramatic). But the negative side to influence is that it can blur the lines of wanting something and the true deeper reason that you want something.
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Have you ever found yourself in this conundrum?
You need to hire someone in order to grow your business effectively but, you don't have the money to invest in hiring someone right now. Whereas, if you do hire someone, you will grow your business so much faster.
Ugh!
What do you do??
This episode has the answers.
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When you are faced with a dilemma and you are not sure what to do, how to respond, or what action to take... do you ever find yourself ignoring the issue all together?
Do you find yourself hoping for the best, or hoping it will all work out? Hoping more leads will come in through the door, or hoping the lost sale will come back in a few days to buy your service?
Well, hope is not a strategy my friend. And instead of hoping for the best outcome, chances are there is a strategy for you to play out in every circumstance.
This week on the podcast, I cover about the other strategies you should be using besides hope.
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Digital Networking is leaving a bad taste in a lot of mouths lately.
While DMs are filling up on everyone's social media profiles, it is good to step back and think about the intention behind the messages.
In this week's podcast, we are talking about embracing the DMs and the world of digital marketing today.
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How often do you feel like there is so much to do in your business, but there is just not enough time to do it all?
And working on growing your business? That always seems to get pushed to the wayside by other peoples needs.
Here is the reality, when people are stealing your time they are stealing your ability to grow your business.
In this week's podcast we are talking about how to protect your time as a business owner.
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If you had the opportunity to move your business forward by 5 years, would you do it?
Nearly 70 business owners had that opportunity to do that last week. In 5 hours over 5 days, these business owners now have the strategies needed to move their business forward by 5 years.
How? They attended the Franchise Growth Formula Masterclass.
In this weeks episode of the podcast, I am sharing a little piece of the masterclass with you!
If by the end you want to listen to more of the masterclass, get on the waitlist for the next masterclass!
Text "WAITLIST" to 314 - 804 - 5663 to save your spot and learn more about the next Masterclass.
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In today's topic, what do you do with an employee who has a bad attitude? Like when an employee starts out really well but then, over time, things seem to change. They become grumpy and or maybe they don't pull their weight. They no longer take initiative and just do the bare minimum. Sometimes you see that bleed over into your other employees.
Listen to this episode to know what exactly you need to do!
“If you're recognizing that the person is not in alignment with the company, then that has a ripple effect. The company will not be in alignment with them. They will ultimately not be happy and reach their full potential. And because your other employees are in alignment with your company, that person is not going to be a puzzle piece that fits in.”
Learn more about the masterclass and save your spot here!
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In today's episode, we're talking about the six obstacles to reaching your swag. Now, swag is a term we use quite often here at Gabriel Porter. It stands for sanity, wealth, and gratitude, and sanity, wealth, and gratitude in relation to your business. Learn why nobody likes scarcity and how to make payroll in your business the right way.
To get to know the six obstacles to sanity, wealth, and gratitude better, then listen to this episode!
“One that is free of chaos, one that is full of sanity, we want to build a lifestyle where we are experiencing a level of wealth that allows us to enjoy the things in life that we feel will bring more enrichment to our lives. For some people, it could be vacations for others, maybe it's just a bigger house or a house in a different location. It could be a boat to take out on the lake at the weekends, or it could simply be a second car for the family.”
Learn more about the masterclass and save your spot here!
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In today's episode, we're talking about how to leave worry behind you, or how to eliminate it altogether from your life experiences. Learn how every time we worry and have anxiety, it's an indication that we're trying to control our environment, control is what happening to us, what's happening around us, and possibly what's happening to other people that have nothing to do with us. But it's that need for control, and that it's that grasping at control that brings about worrying and anxiety.
To find out more about this topic, listen to today’s episode!
“When you think about worrying anxiety, you probably think about it more in terms of being a mental health issue than a biological issue. But really, it does affect both, by eliminating, and what we're doing is we are allowing ourselves to open up to receiving from the universe.”
Learn more about the masterclass April talks about in this episode and save your spot here!
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The marketing you are missing is networking!
Very often, franchisees and small business owners do not network because they don't have time or when they do go, they see the same people and don't see the value in networking.
There is a difference between effective and ineffective networking.
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Achieving a highly lucrative financial position can be draining, especially with all the options out there that PROMISE they will grow your wealth. Which leads taxpayers feeling overwhelmed and often confused with which path will get them the level of income they’ve always wanted. Or not taking the practical steps to reaching their growth potential.
Incite Tax saves people from the inevitable burnout they will reach without having a consistent strategy of wealth creation and provide them the steps to attaining true cash flow. So they can enjoy a bigger bank account, their life can THRIVE, and still have the freedom to focus on their passions.
John Briggs is the Owner of Incite Tax and is on a quest to protect unfairly treated taxpayers from massively overspending on taxes. His model and strategies that he’s taught for over a decade have given the practical steps to reach people’s financial goals much quicker.
John Briggs has at least 40 accounting firms located in Utah. His firm usually does tax consulting, tax prep, bookkeeping, all that stuff you kind of expect an accounting firm to do. They also focus on cash flow management.
He also owns a gym which is such a different niche compared to his firm, but it worked out very well. Learn how it resulted in a big milestone by listening to this episode.
“Like it's just your work, and it's because this is the path, this is how it is, this is the way you know. And I just refused to accept that.”
Connect with John:
Facebook – @Incitetax https://www.facebook.com/incitetax
LinkedIn – Incite Tax https://www.linkedin.com/company/incitetax
Instagram – @incitetax https://www.instagram.com/incitetax/
Twitter – @incitetax https://twitter.com/InciteTax
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This is what every business owner needs to build equity in their business. I am sharing what “this” is and how to implement it into your business.
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Do you always feel like there is no time?
It doesn't matter if you have planned out your day or blocked your time, your plan goes astray and your whole day gets jumbled.
This cycle of not having enough time feels like groundhog day over and over again.
What if you can get off the hamster wheel and take back your time and feel like you have an infinite amount of it?
In this episode, I am helping you with that.
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Some claim a recession is on the horizon.
Others say we are at the beginning of a recession now.
Regardless, how do you make sure your business can not only make it through a recession, but thrive through one?
We are covering those strategies in this episode.
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Founder of NutritionHQ, Ricky Hall started with a dream of owning a business. Now, his dream is multiplying, quite literally by franchising his brick & mortar vitamin/supplement retail locations. At the locations, you can expect them to be Veteran owned and operated, and offer a comprehensive product selection, with InBody scans and a consultation approach.
Ricky isn't an "outsider" in the franchising industry. He was a franchisee for 14 years with two other nutrition retail brands. In this episode, Ricky and April talk about the journey from being a Top Franchisee to becoming an Innovative Franchisor.
To connect with Ricky and learn more about Nutrition HQ, you can find him on Social Media here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YourNutritionHQ
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yournutritionhq
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/NHQRocks/videos
Twitter: https://twitter.com/YourNutritionHQ
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Angela E. Matthews, an investor, investment coach, and the founder of the Happy Investor MethodTM, joins us on today's episode. She discusses how her goal is to make investing accessible and enjoyable for everyone. She has over 12 years of experience as an investor and has conducted workshops and one-on-one coaching with thousands of people.
She was a first-generation investor making $40,000 per year and was in debt when she taught herself how to generate multiple six-figure incomes passively in the stock market. She has since assisted others in doing the same, and we are thrilled to have her share her knowledge on the podcast this week!
Check out all the references Angela talks about in the podcast here: www.happyinvestorguide.com
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Ever feel like your franchisor is forcing you to do something? Are you fearful of even asking your franchisor a question?
Franchisees often feel like franchisors have "power" over them. In this episode, April helps you overcome this feeling and gain confidence in yourself to let go of this fear.
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The podcast this week is juicy!
Tune in for the Tea as to why franchise systems fail. April also reveals why she and the AAP team are so passionate about serving and helping the franchise community.
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In today's episode, April Porter talks about one of the determining factors as to who soars and who sinks. For you still were desiring something more, you are ready to take the risk and the leap of faith into business ownership.
Get to know how our instincts are the ones that keep us alive that help us survive, by listening throughout this episode. Enjoy!
“ I didn't have a context for this kind of hard, and I really was outside my realm of imagination. But that's okay. That's okay. I've got it. I can handle it, I can persevere and I will come out on top. And there comes a time in our business ownership where all that confidence and all that optimism starts to fade. And it starts to become replaced by doubt, scarcity, and by fear. “
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Ever feel stuck in your business? Like you are on the brink of failure and you have to do something to make this work?
So you double down, work even harder, and go searching for what the magic piece is to catapult you to success.
In this situation, you should do the opposite... slow down!
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In today's episode, April Porter talks about the energy of feeling good. Also, the differences between masculine and feminine energy and reason out why we should balance it in our lives.
Find out how to properly balance it by listening to this episode!
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Day 3: Hire and Train the Talent You Need for Consistent, Predictable Growth
Day 4: The Marketing & Sales Formula to Scale Your Revenue & Multiply Your Profits
Day 5: The Million Dollar Franchise Roadmap
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April chose to dive deep in this episode, deeper into the less obvious dangers of working too much. These might be the less obvious dangers, but nonetheless, they are ones that have the greatest impact on us long term.
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Starting April 11 - 15, 2022
(1-Hour per Day)
Learn My Simple Franchise Growth Formula for Achieving Unlimited Income, Lifestyle Freedom and Ultimate Peace of Mind
Day 1: How to Earn Multiple 6-Figures Working Less than 6 Hours/Week in Your Business
Day 2: How to Stop the Daily Fires Once and For All & Run Your Day like a Freedom Franchisee
Day 3: Hire and Train the Talent You Need for Consistent, Predictable Growth
Day 4: The Marketing & Sales Formula to Scale Your Revenue & Multiply Your Profits
Day 5: The Million Dollar Franchise Roadmap
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In today's episode, April Porter talks about what it truly takes to grow a business and how it all boils down to two things. Tune in to this episode to learn the key to growth, expansion, and scaling.
Register for my Free 5-Day Masterclass for Franchisees Desiring to Grow & Scale at this link: https://www.franchisegrowthformula.com/opregtv1
We start the masterclass on April 11, 2022 (1-Hour per Day)
Learn My Simple Franchise Growth Formula for Achieving Unlimited Income, Lifestyle Freedom and Ultimate Peace of Mind
Day 1: How to earn multiple 6-Figures working less than 6 hours/week in your business
Day 2: How to stop the daily fires once and for all & run your day like a freedom franchisee
Day 3: Hire and train the talent you need for consistent, predictable growth
Day 4: The marketing & sales formula to scale your revenue & multiply your profits
Day 5: The million-dollar franchise roadmap
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April is helping you answer this question and explain why you should or should not join your franchise advisory council. As always, when you listen, leave us a review! It is the easiest way for other franchisees and small business owners to find us. Thank you in advance!
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Why do franchise systems fail? April is talking about it from the perspective of why do new franchisors never make it over the hump to actually be able to have a thriving, sustainable established franchise system.
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Zach Garrett is the founder of 5 Star Business - a fast-growing Indianapolis-based company that helps businesses accelerate their online reviews and build a strong reputation. Before starting 5 Star Business, he was leading digital marketing for a large global enterprise. He has been featured as a rising Millennial leading digital transformation in the US and lives in Indianapolis with his wife and their two young children.
On today’s episode, Porter together with Zach Garrett will talk about his expertise, story in his past, and how he started his marketing career.
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Join us at Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a rooms discussing the topics to make your business the best it can be! To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
In today’s episode, Porter talks about how as a coach, she constantly notices experiences around her that she can bring back and share on her platforms. That's exactly what happened while she was on vacation. She noticed that everywhere we turn, a message is there to greet us. Specifically, she noticed all of the subliminal messages in our environment. What are these subliminal messages teaching us? Are they forming the way that we think and act? The podcast episode this week addresses all those questions. Listen in to find out how these subliminal messages are controlling our thoughts and actions!
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Join us at Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts rooms discussing topics to help broaden your knowledge in the franchising industry and build the business of your dreams! To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussions, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
One of the most common questions people have when beginning a business is, "What should I focus on first when building a business that can be sellable?" In this episode, you'll learn more about it! We have Jared Ribley as a guest on the show, who has a diverse background in business, including ownership, territory development, sales, and management. At the start of his professional career, Jared’s efforts were focused on understanding the operational needs of numerous Fortune 500 clients and developing creative problem-solving strategies. As a result, he was able to transfer his in-depth relational acumen to the environment of his own companies to enhance their success. In 2011, Jared was introduced to the world of private and confidential business sales, where he was quickly able to apply his many skills and comprehensive knowledge to business brokerage services.
If you want to get a hold of Jared or have any other questions, you can reach him through the contacts below:
Website: https://premierbb.com
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/broker-banter/id1598656705
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Today's topic is about how words have power. That they have power over way more than we think that they do. How it’s not just a conversation tool, or the ability to make someone feel amazing or not so amazing with the use of them.
“So rather than focusing on the expense, rather than using the word expensive? Instead, begin focusing on your desire? What do I desire? Do I desire to feel better? Do I want my body to be more flexible and more mobile in a shorter amount of time, with less visits? Or do I want to change the fact that I could come for an extended period of time and get incrementally better.”
Get to know more about the topic by listening.
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Your business owner bias is sabotaging your business!
In this episode we are covering how we hold on to biases and how we deal with those biases is actually the measure of who we are as people. We also talked about recognizing the biases and being able to address them and eliminate them.
Find out more.
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It is not too late to sign up for the Franchise Growth Formula Masterclass! We started today, Monday, February 7! Click here to sign up and catch up! https://www.franchisegrowthformula.com/opregtv1
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In this week's show, we are talking about why you aren't getting the referrals you want. I know each and every one of you out there probably has an amazing referral program that you are very proud of, you've probably given a lot of thought to the reward that you're offering your clients to refer new clients to you and you feel that there's a lot of value embedded in that reward, you probably also feel like you've advertised that referral program, and that you've really tried to make it clear that they are eligible to receive benefits if they refer you a new client. Plus, I'm sure your clients love you and that they rave about your services to you. And when you survey them, they probably give you glowing reviews. So why aren't they referring? Well, that's what we're going to find out today.
“If you're not getting a lot of referrals, it's likely you haven't made it convenient enough for your customer."
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Lately it seems as though the world has been operating on the thinking that you are either right or wrong, left or right, up or down, black or white, yes or no. Today we are talking about the need for gray space in society again and the effect that a "black and white world" can have on your business.
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For today's topic, we're talking about “Without A Win-Win You Are Always Loosing”. Also we discuss here how compromising what you desire is actually a losing situation. Find out why.
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Scott is an award-winning online marketer, 3x best-selling author, top podcaster, and speaker, and is the go-to specialist for converting traffic, establishing connections, creating income, and building personal brands on LinkedIn.
He shows business owners how to not only use the power of LinkedIn to grow their business but how to implement social media to make themselves stand out without paying for leads or having to do a funnel.
For more business tips and strategies, join the Franchisees Focused on Infinite Success Facebook Group (and watch the Infinite Franchisee Show LIVE every Monday at 12:00pm CT): www.facebook.com/groups/ifzcommunity
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing a topic in franchising each week on Fridays at 8:00am CT. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
Welcome to 2022!
It is a new year and that means we have written our goals down for this year and we are ready to hit the ground running to achieve them. (If you haven't finished your goal setting yet, that is okay). This episode is for everyone who has or has not put their goals to paper, this episode is even for you in the middle of the year facing a big decision that you have to make.
Allowing yourself to have the freedom of choice can place your goals, big decisions, and desires into a new perspective that you otherwise may not have thought about. It helps you realize why you want, what you want.
Once you discover the reason behind your desires, it makes it easier to achieve your goals or to pivot what you are striving for.
Wishing you a magical 2022 and the achievement of all your goals.
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts rooms discussing topics relevant to helping franchisees and business owners reach their SWAG faster each week on Fridays at 8:00am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today's topic, we're talking about “Will your business survive 2022”. And I know it sounds kind of apocalyptic, because everything we've already gone through in 2020, and 2021. But it is such an important conversation to have and to have right now. With that being said, I’m going to give you 3 suggestions that you should start doing now in order for your business to survive if ever something like a pandemic will happen again. You can use this plan at any point in time which will be very much helpful not just for you but also to your business.
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we're going to be talking about showing up for yourself. We have to start it by getting really, really clear on our goals. And this doesn't just mean business goals. This means personal goals as well. So, I want you all to ask yourselves right now, am I playing full out? Am I doing what I need to be? Doing to reach my goals? Find more about it in this episode!
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we have Rebecca Monet, the CEO and Chief Scientist of zoom Oracle profiles, and I cannot wait for her to share with you what ZX Oracle is and why it requires a mind like hers, to create it, and to unveil it to help the franchising industry as a whole. She will also talk about how you can take the oracle assessment and find out about your result through zorko profiles.com. If you want to know more about this, you can reach out to Rebecca directly at rebecca@zorko.net
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, I’m going to give you a secret that I personally use in every strategic decision that I make. Always remember that you need to have two reasons in implementing a strategy. If you are facing the toughest decision you need to make in order to solve the problem you are currently facing most especially in your franchise business, this episode will definitely help you!
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we have Ashely Monk who is the owner of Ania, an online advertising agency that helps service based businesses feel less overwhelmed about growing their business and no longer worried about where their next client will come from. Ashley helps business owners simplify their online marketing and generate leads through Facebook ads, social media, amazing content, and email marketing, specializing and working with local businesses. In addition to online entrepreneurs, Ashley is an energetic and you're gonna see it live loving entrepreneur dedicated to inspiring business owners to thrive.
You can check out everything that Ashley Monk is up to at ashleymonk.com or on all social media platforms at @iamashleymonk
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For today’s episode, we have a very special guest. She is Kelsey Kerslake, the co-creative director and business coach at Pine gate road, and the aligned business. And over the last decade, she has helped hundreds of online business owners build their brands, and online presences. She believes deeply that everyone has the potential to make their dreams a reality, and has a passion for supporting online service providers, coaches, and educators to help them lead businesses and live lives that are fulfilling and profitable. With this episode, we are going to talk about her journey and how she made it to where she is now.
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we are going to talk about our company, the Ask April Porter. We’re going to learn the deep reason why I started this company, its mission, and where is it going. This story that I have will definitely resonate to people inside the Franchising Industry. I am so excited to share this story to you today!
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link:https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we are talking about Customer Avatar. As a Franchisee, are you curious about what is really the difference between having an ideal customer profile and having a Customer Avatar? With today’s episode, I will talk about these different concepts and how it is very important for you, as a franchisee, to know and understand the difference. With this, we will get into how Customer Avatar can help you raise your revenue immediately when you apply it in your business.
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we will talk about Top Franchisees’ Advice. I will debunk the idea that you need to follow the process or the footsteps of your other franchisor for you to be successful in your field. Here’s why I’m challenging it, many times, what’s working for top franchisees, will not work across the board. And so when a new franchisee goes up and says “What are you doing? What is your secret?” and when the top franchisee will give them the advice that they need and when they implement it, it doesn’t work because of certain factors. Today, I’m going to talk about the factors that people aren’t considering when they’re going to get this advice.
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Robert Zarco is the Founding Partner of the Miami-based boutique law firm of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito, P.A. He has built a reputation of success and changing lives of small businesses for over 35 years by passionately protecting the legal rights and interest of Franchisees and other underdog commercial business clients nationwide and internationally. He is known as a creative solution-oriented negotiator and aggressive trial lawyer handling complex business transactions, disputes, and litigation in federal and state courts nationwide including arbitration and mediation. And for today’s episode, he will talk about everything that we need to know about private equity, why you should be worried about it and how to look out for the dangers it brings. This is Part 2 of the episode! Continue listening and you’ll learn so much about private equity!
To reach out to Robert or have a consultation, you can contact him through the details provided below!
Zarco Einhorn Salkowski Brito Attorney's at Law
Phone: 305-374-5418
Website: https://www.zarcolaw.com/
Email address: RZarco@ZarcoLaw.com
Can be found on all social media outlets as @zarcolaw
For more business tips and strategies, join the Franchisees Focused on Infinite Success Facebook Group (and watch the Infinite Franchisee Show LIVE every Monday at 12:00pm EST): www.facebook.com/groups/ifzcommunity
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:00am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
Robert Zarco is the Founding Partner of the Miami-based boutique law firm of Zarco Einhorn Salkowski & Brito, P.A. He has built a reputation of success and changing lives of small businesses for over 35 years by passionately protecting the legal rights and interest of Franchisees and other underdog commercial business clients nationwide and internationally. He is known as a creative solution-oriented negotiator and aggressive trial lawyer handling complex business transactions, disputes, and litigation in federal and state courts nationwide including arbitration and mediation. And for today’s episode, he will talk about everything that we need to know about private equity.
To know more about Robert, you can reach him through the details provided below!
Zarco Einhorn Salkowski Brito Attorney's at Law
Phone: 305-374-5418
Website: https://www.zarcolaw.com/
Email address: RZarco@ZarcoLaw.com
Can be found on all social media outlets as @zarcolaw
For more business tips and strategies, join the Franchisees Focused on Infinite Success Facebook Group (and watch the Infinite Franchisee Show LIVE every Monday at 12:00pm EST): www.facebook.com/groups/ifzcommunity
Keep up with April here:
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:00am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
For today’s episode, we’re going to talk about the one silent killer of your business, the thing that you thought is making your business successful, however, in actuality, is the sole reason why you’re slowing down and immediately killing your business. Do you know what that is? It’s perfectionism. As an entrepreneur, we always strive for perfectionism. However, we need to remember that when we try to be perfect, it means that we are not taking action forward until the current action meets and satisfies our standard. This episode will give you the overview on how to stop doing this in your business.
For more business tips and strategies, join the Franchisees Focused on Infinite Success Facebook Group (and watch the Infinite Franchisee Show LIVE every Monday at 12:00pm EST): www.facebook.com/groups/ifzcommunity
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:10am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
What is equity for you? Do you know how to achieve or build this? For today’s episode, we will talk about the equity in your franchise and I’m going to give you the two ways to build equity in your business and how to move forward with it.
“Businesses that are absentee are valued at a higher multiplier when it comes times to sell.”
- What is equity?
- How to grow your business to maximize equity in it?
- How to achieve equity in your franchise business?
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For today’s episode, we have another amazing guest, Jonathan Fortman, an Attorney who concentrated his practice on representing franchisees in claims against their franchisors. He has represented franchisees successfully in courts throughout the United States and also consult to individuals who are looking to purchase a franchise. He is a member of ABA Forum on Franchising and also a member of AAFD Franchisee LegaLine. And for today’s topic, he will talk about franchise agreement and the areas of it that you need to pay close attention to and with listening to this episode, this will greatly help everyone in their franchising business.
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We have a very special guest this week! Amy Mancuso is the Executive Director of the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers. One of her key responsibilities is the membership aspect of the AAFD, which includes being responsible for acquiring new members and developing recruitment strategies to grow membership as well as focusing on retention and engagement. Listen in to Amy and April's discussion on why an Independent Association is beneficial for Franchisees, and how it can help enhance the Franchisee experience.
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What makes a great Franchisee?
We all have different characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses. In this episode, we are diving into the four different types of Franchisees. What is your type? And what sets you apart from other franchisees? Listen in to find out!
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Today we are switching up the acronym of K.I.S.S. - Keep It Simple Stupid... to K.Y.S.S. – Keep Your Sales Simple. In order to keep it simple, you need to have two things present in every single sales situation in order to close the sale. Listen in to this episode to get these sales strategies. You don't want to miss it!
If you are ready to learn the simple franchise growth formula for achieving unlimited income, lifestyle freedom, and gain ultimate peace of mind in your business, then you need to register for the Franchise Growth Formula Masterclass! Use this link to sign-up! https://www.franchisegrowthformula.com/opregtv1
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**A franchise brand is like an ecosystem. Every part of the system relies on another part of the system. The system as a whole thrives most when all parts are working symbiotically. The areas of the franchise ecosystem include the franchisor, the franchisee, and the employees of the franchisee. In this episode, I am covering how you are a business builder and how you, as a franchisee, can create a bigger impact.
If you are ready to learn the simple franchise growth formula for achieving unlimited income, lifestyle freedom, and gain ultimate peace of mind in your business, then you need to register for the Franchise Growth Formula Masterclass! Use this link to sign-up! https://www.franchisegrowthformula.com/opregtv1**
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“We don’t want to be marketing in an immature way. We need to be sophisticated in our marketing.” Being sophisticated in marketing is where you can leverage your customer avatar and move into high ticket offers. This episode covers the immature ways to market and how to avoid doing them. Plus, how to establish sophistication in your marketing in order to generate more sales in your business.
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Being a business owner does not mean you are only responsible for your job. As the owner, you are also responsible for your employees and their jobs too! You need to empower your employees to understand the concepts and train them on how to handle their job well. This can be overwhelming, so in this episode, April covers how to put yourself in your employees’ shoes to better understand their perspectives, and what to teach your employees for them to be rockstars.
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Join us on Clubhouse! The Infinite Franchisee Club hosts a room discussing the topic of the podcast each week on Fridays at 8:00am CST. To join the Infinite Franchisee Club and attend the discussion on Fridays, follow this link: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/infinite-franchisee
Dozens of times, we always hear people complain about the lack of accountability and we hear a lot of reasons behind that. When you’re always blaming other people for their lack of accountability, why not ask yourself why these things are happening. Could it be that you never provided other tools to help anyone on how to really teach accountability? For today’s episode, we will talk about blame and accountability on a much deeper level most especially its effects in your business.
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Your franchisor's company is in the business of selling franchises and the bottom line of the franchisors is solely based on selling business and territories and your bottom line is selling the products and services to the final customer. Therefore, you have different priorities and different choices. With that being said, you also have different core values. In a business sense, when we talk about the core values, it is the essential soul of the company. In today’s episode, we’re gonna talk about the 3 reasons why you need to ignore your franchisor’s core values. Obviously, you share a common core value with your franchisor however, you have your own reasons for wanting to do business for yourself. There will always be a difference in how you run your own business and the need in establishing independent core values is very much important.
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The franchise industry is supposed to make you your own boss. That’s what you’re told. That’s the truth you believe because that’s what was said to you when you signed for it. However, with today’s episode, I want you to know the truth. It’s time to get real and sometimes when we get real, some people might not like what we are saying, however, I want you to know today’s truth and that is the Franchising Industry is broken and with this, I’m gonna give you statistics that aren’t being shown in the industry and also, I will talk about the 3 buckets that franchisors fall into.
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Below is the link for our next training session "The Sales Mastery Training" on Friday, August 6 from 9am - 3pm. https://go.thryv.com/site/askaprilporter/online-scheduling?event=hyhoqvcabkkfha3l
There’s a misconception about customer avatar that it’s all just about being an advanced marketing strategy or an advanced marketing concept that only impacts the marketing and the sales division of your business. That’s what people believe. However, with today’s episode, we will highlight the 4 ways that customer avatars significantly impact your business for the better and will raise your bottom line. Having a customer avatar profile is completely different rather than just understanding your ideal customer. It’s a deep dive into the customers’ emotions, desires, motivations, and their internal dialogue about the problem that they have and the solution that they need. This complete customer avatar profile will definitely help your business and you can use it in many different strategies.
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We are hosting a Customer Avatar Workshop on Friday, July 23! Do you know who your customer avatar is? Most business owners think about their ideal client, but a customer avatar is where you know so much about your client that they are like your best friend. Plus, did you know that each business has 5 - 7 customer avatars? Join us on Friday, July 23 for an all-day inclusive workshop where we take a deep dive together and uncover exactly who your customer avatars are! Link to register is here: https://go.thryv.com/site/askaprilporter/online-scheduling?event=qdhpajvrddtm3mgr
We always hear that teachers and first responders should make more money. With the difference to the entertainment industry where actors make so much money. And with that, for today’s episode, we’re gonna learn the secret to this income prosperity and how you can leverage it to increase your bottom-line. Knowing this secret will definitely help you in making that big bucks!
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In starting your own business, what factors lead you to that decision? Is it because you’re unhappy with being an employee? Is it because of your hobby? Or is it because of wanting to do what you love? There’s this one thing that drives us to start our own business, we all have it in us and that is passion. Passion is often a catalyst for becoming a business owner because that’s where our expertise usually lies and it’s our comfort zone. However, are we holding back ourselves to discover and learn more because of our passion? Instead of finding that sanity, wealth, and gratitude, we all just limit ourselves to our passion because it is our comfort zone and we think that it is the best for us. Today’s episode will teach you how not to fall into this trap and will also give you the 3 reasons why people follow passion into a business and the risks associated with doing so and also how to overcome those risks in the long run.
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As business owners, we get into business for many reasons. However, we have this one reason that drives us to do better, and that is to provide a better environment for our employees. Today, we’re going to talk about a very important topic which is how to identify and respond to the threats to your business, the factors we need to consider in making sure our environment is safe not just physically, but also emotionally and mentally. It’s very easy to identify the threats to our employee that happens internally in our business that’s why what were going to do today is to identify the external threats, how we prepare to combat those stress, and how to empower our employees to take action in the moments that they feel threatened so that they will feel secure and safe.
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Every customer has what we called a buyer's mentality, a survival instinct to protect themselves. Customers tend to put up this mental barrier so that they can remain in control of the situation they are in. They are subconsciously afraid that they're gonna be taken advantage of. In today's episode, I will talk about overcoming the buyer's mentality. As a salesperson, how do we overcome this buyer's mentality? How do we fight those subconscious fears? This is one of the most important concepts a salesperson needs to understand before entering any sales situation. By understanding these concepts, a salesperson can reassure the buyer that they are in complete control of the sales presentation and thereby move past the mental barriers that they have.
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One of the most common struggles Franchisees and small business owners are facing right now is finding employees. Many believe the increase in unemployment benefits is the cause – but what if they’re wrong? Candidates are learning to value themselves in a different way, so employers may need to attract them in a different way. Of course, in any environment, we don’t just want to find an employee, we want to find the right employee, which requires an employment search based on strategy. Here are 10 tips to set you apart from the competition and connect with employment candidates that want to work for someone just like you. Use these tactics to enhance your employment search process so that you can fill your roster with the rock stars that are ready, willing and able to take your company to the next level. - Resources mentioned during the show: - Upwork – www.upwork.com - Fiverr – www.fiverr.com - Indeed Job Postings – www.indeed.com - Handshake (college career centers) – www.joinhandshake.com - Local Facebook Community Groups - Local Chambers of Commerce Keep up with April here: - Website: www.askaprilporter.com - Instagram: www.instagram.com/askaprilporter - Twitter: www.twitter.com/askaprilporter Register for our FREE 5-Day Franchise Growth Accelerator workshop starting Monday, June 21, 2021 at https://go.thryv.com/site/askaprilporter/online-scheduling?event=5gacg12w1xstskop
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Today, April will introduce you to the Franchise Gap, first explaining what it is. Non-franchisees may discover that the same gap applies in their business and industry, but has eluded them until now. So, April will also shed light on how to know if you have stumbled into the gap and the number one way to begin closing the gap. Spoiler alert: you can start closing the gap even while you listen to today’s the Infinite Franchisee Show.
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Your host April Porter gives an overview of what the Infinite Franchisee Show is all about and how to make the most of the strategies and content you will receive. April introduces you to the concept of SWAG and gives a preview of how to achieve it by leveraging executive strategies to build your business. Prepare to be inspired by April’s story of how she became a successful multi-unit franchisee and multi-business entrepreneur, and how she plans to share the lessons from that journey with you, plus, introduce you to expert guests in the franchising industry in areas including franchise law, franchise legislation, Franchisee and Franchisor experiences, Franchisee associations, and tactical business strategies and mindset.
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