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August 22, 2025 14 mins

Is it smarter to go solo or bring in a partner when launching your franchise? In this Franchise Fridays episode of Unemployable with Jeff Dudan, we break down the Top 5 reasons entrepreneurs bring on a partner—and when it could destroy your business. Jeff Dudan, founder of AdvantaClean and CEO of HomeFront Brands, shares real-world insights from decades in franchising to help you decide: Should you go 50/50, bring in an investor, hire an operator, or do it all yourself? You’ll learn: The worst reason to partner (and how to avoid it) How to structure strategic partnerships that actually work What to include in a partnership “prenup” The right way to bring in an operating partner without giving away the farm Why equity = the kingdom, and how to protect yours  💼 Subscribe for More Business & Career Insights 📩 Follow me on Social Media for More: 👉 LinkedIn 👉 Instagram 

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00:00:00 - Intro: Should You Partner in Franchising? 00:00:55 - Worst Reason #1: Fear of Going Solo 00:02:15 - Reason #2: You Can’t Afford It Alone 00:04:30 - Strategic Partnerships That Make Sense 00:06:25 - Building an Empire with an Operating Partner 00:08:45 - 50/50 Partnerships: Divide and Conquer 00:10:35 - How to Structure a Business Partnership 00:12:00 - Partnership Prenups & Buyout Clauses 00:13:15 - Final Thoughts: Protect Equity, Gain Clarity 00:14:00 - Free Worksheet & Franchise Opportunities #FranchiseFridays #JeffDudan #UnemployablePodcast #FranchiseTips #BusinessPartnership #Entrepreneurship #FranchiseOwnership #HomefrontBrands #SmallBusinessAdvice #PartnerOrSolo #DiscernmentBook #FranchiseFunding #FranchiseStrategy


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