The Business Growth Show

Aging in place is quickly becoming one of the most pressing issues for families, healthcare providers, and communities across the country. As the population ages and more seniors choose to stay in their homes longer, the question isn’t just how to support them medically—but how to ensure their living environments are safe, functional, and consistently maintained. For forward-thinking entrepreneurs and franchise...

Franchise ownership is one of the most accessible and scalable paths to business success—but only when paired with the right strategy, guidance, and support. Alesia Visconti, CEO and President of FranServe, has built her career on making that path clearer, faster, and more impactful for aspiring entrepreneurs around the world.

Alesia leads FranServe, the world’s largest franchise consulting...

Fitness franchise growth is not just about expanding locations—it's about building brands, innovating experiences, and creating global communities. Few leaders understand this better than Tom Dowd, CEO of FIT House of Brands, who is steering the future of fitness franchising through a bold combination of strategy, technology, and culture.

Tom Dowd’s career has been defined by growth and tra...

Field support in franchising is often the make-or-break factor that determines whether a system thrives or stalls. While franchise development and operations get plenty of attention, the role of field coaching remains one of the most powerful, yet underutilized, levers for driving sustainable success across a franchise network.

Angela Coté, Founder and CEO of Field Coach Experts, has made i...

Franchise growth strategy is more than signing new franchisees—it's about building the right foundation, attracting the right people, and scaling smart. Few understand this better than Joe Mathews, Founder and CEO of Franchise Performance Group, who has spent nearly four decades shaping some of the world’s most recognized franchise brands.

Body language and deception detection have become essential skills in a world where communication happens faster and trust is more fragile than ever. Leaders who can accurately read the cues others miss gain a major advantage—whether negotiating deals, hiring key team members, managing remote work, or navigating high-stakes business decisions.

How do you scale a premium service brand in a saturated industry while maintaining quality, consistency, and culture?

Building a successful health and wellness franchise requires more than passion for personal well-being—it demands vision, systems, leadership, and the ability to scale while staying true to core values. Few people embody that balance better than Kyle Jones, CEO and Co-Founder of iCryo.

Choosing the right franchise can feel like navigating a maze with no clear path—and high stakes at every turn. With hundreds of opportunities and little transparency, would-be franchisees are often left to rely on sales pitches, outdated directories, or gut instincts. The result? Missed opportunities, mismatched investments, and costly mistakes that could have been avoided. For those serious about franchising, ...

Business owners are often told that growth is the ultimate measure of success. Revenue, units sold, hours worked—these metrics dominate boardrooms, coaching programs, and strategy sessions. But what happens when all that growth still leaves you feeling burned out, disconnected, and unfulfilled? What if the real target wasn’t just a return on investment, but a return on life?

Entrepreneurship and Longevity aren’t often discussed in the same sentence, but that’s exactly where the future of high-performance leadership is headed. In a time when business moves faster than ever and disruption is the norm, those who sustain success aren’t just building companies—they’re building resilience from the inside out.

Caregiving in the workplace is a conversation too few leaders are having—and it’s costing businesses more than they realize. Hidden behind turnover rates, disengaged employees, rising healthcare costs, and inconsistent performance is a workforce silently struggling to manage dual roles. Employees at every level, from entry-level staff to the C-suite, are balancing the demands of their careers while caring for a...

Scaling a franchise network is often seen as the ultimate benchmark of success—but what happens when growth outpaces execution? For franchisors and franchisees alike, the challenge isn’t just growth, it’s sustaining scalable franchise operations that drive consistent results across locations, regions, and countries. When systems falter and support lags behind expansion, the cracks begin to show—profitability dips, brand reputation ...

Conflict is an unavoidable part of leadership. Whether managing a team, navigating workplace dynamics, or handling high-stakes negotiations, leaders constantly face moments of tension. How they respond in these situations determines not only their effectiveness but also the success of their teams and organizations. Without the right approach, unresolved conflicts can damage morale, decrease productivity, and cr...

Restaurant franchising has always been a game of margins, efficiency, and maximizing customer demand. But with rising real estate costs, shifting consumer expectations, and an increasingly competitive market, franchise operators face a critical challenge—how to drive profitability while delivering an exceptional dining experience. For decades, the industry has relied on single-brand locations, but a bold strate...

Building a successful business is no small feat, and in the world of franchising, the stakes are even higher. Entrepreneurs who enter the franchise space—whether as franchisees or franchisors—often find themselves navigating complex systems, balancing operational challenges, and working to stand out in a competitive market. For those looking to grow, the right leadership mindset and strategic approach can make ...