In the franchise world, systems matter, but people execute those systems. No matter how strong the brand, marketing, or playbook, franchise profitability ultimately comes down to the performance of the team running the business day to day. After spending 13 years inside one of the world’s largest franchisors, including serving as a senior executive and COO of a major global brand, I’ve seen a consistent truth across thousands of franchise locations: high-performing franchisee

Running a franchise offers a distinct advantage, a proven business model. However, even the strongest franchise systems cannot shield owners from operational blind spots. Those hidden inefficiencies that quietly drain cash, time, and energy. Having spent 13 years within one of the world’s largest franchise organizations, including serving as the COO of a major global brand, I have encountered the same issues repeatedly. The good news is that once these blind spots are identif

When entrepreneurs dream of business ownership, franchising often comes to the top of the list, and for good reason. It’s a proven model, backed by established systems and recognizable brands. But like any business path, owning a franchise comes with both opportunities and challenges. Having spent years working inside a major franchise organization, I’ve seen the incredible success stories, and I’ve also seen owners struggle when they assume a franchise guarantees profitabili

As a small to medium-sized business owner, you wear a lot of hats, strategist, operator, marketer, HR, and sometimes even bookkeeper. But as your business grows, so does the complexity. At some point, relying only on your own perspective (or your management team’s) may limit growth. That’s where a board , either a Board of Directors  or an Advisory Board,  can provide tremendous value. Most privately held businesses can benefit from having the right people at the table. Let’s

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In the race to win customers, it’s tempting to slash prices or offer big incentives to your sales team to boost volume quickly. But what if I told you that this strategy could actually be costing you more than it’s making? Many small to medium-sized businesses fall into the trap of chasing volume at the expense of profit — and it has some serious consequences. Here’s what’s really happening when you chase volume through price cuts and incentives: 1. Margin Erosion Lowering p

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Hello there, fellow entrepreneurs and small business owners! Today, I want to dive into a topic that often gets a bit overshadowed in the hustle and bustle of running a business: profit versus revenue. While revenue is crucial, it’s vital to understand why profit should be your main focus for achieving long-term business success. Let’s break it down in a friendly, conversational way, so it’s easy to grasp the nuances of this important subject. Understanding Revenue vs. Profi

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