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John Hayes interviews Kristopher Stuart, Chief Information Officer of Blooming
Blinds, on the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. Stuart shares his accidental entry into
franchising while seeking improved business opportunities. He traces the growth of
Blooming Blinds from a family-owned retail business to a thriving franchise with 86
franchisees across 158 territories. Stuart discusses the pros and cons of running a
family business, the critical role of selecting the right franchisees, and the
continuous learning process that has helped refine their business model. He
emphasizes the need for franchisees to engage in self-reflection, describes their
comprehensive training and support program, and underscores the significant
impact of technology, including AI, in enhancing operations and efficiency. The
discussion also covers company culture, the benefits of collaborating with Franchise
Fastlane for accelerated growth, and the typical day-to-day activities of successful
franchisees. The podcast offers valuable perspectives for those interested in
franchising or contemplating a Blooming Blinds franchise.
- With Kristopher Stuart.
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00:00 Intro
00:18 How did you discover franchising?
02:19 Managing family business dynamics?
03:43 Best franchise growth strategies?
13:35 Franchisee training best practices?
21:18 Tech innovations helping franchising?
26:46 Building strong franchise culture?
35:34 Day in successful franchisee life?
37:34 Final franchising advice
LINKS:
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