Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast

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Ace Hardware’s "franchise" model is unlike anything else, with no royalties, co-op ownership, and massive growth.

In this video, we break down the costs, revenue, and unique features of the Ace Hardware business model using their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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Most people don’t even know this role exists, but it’s how franchises like The Joint and Sparkle scale to 60+ locations. 

In this episode, I sit down with a regional developer to break down what really determines franchise success: leadership, launch execution, and location strategy. 

This is a must-w...

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Paul Russo built NYPD Pizza from scratch, then lost almost everything. 

In this raw, unfiltered episode, he shares how dyslexia, grit, and street smarts shaped his rise as a franchise founder, what went wrong, and how he's relaunching stronger than ever....

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Kumon dominates tutoring, but won’t show owners how much they earn. 

In this video, I break down Kumon’s royalty-heavy model, startup costs, and the missing financial data that raises serious questions. 

With nearly 1,700 centers open and a 70-year-old met...

How awesome would it be to hit $1 million in sales your first year open as a franchisee? In this episode I sit down with Sam Perossa who is a franchisee with Smash My Trash. 

He talks about some of his secrets to success and how he got involved in franchising after a successful corporate career.

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Most people focus on franchise sales, but what really matters is profit, time freedom, and exit potential. 

In this video, I break down 5 low-cost franchises with high returns and teach you how to evaluate a franchise using the "sales to investment ratio"...

Should you start your own business or buy a franchise?

In this video, I break down the cold-hard truth behind both paths using real data, financial risk comparisons, and my PATH Framework to help you choose the business model that actually fits your goals. 

I’ve failed 9 businesses and built a multimillion-dollar franchise, so I’ve lived both.

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You’ve probably walked into a Subway or Taco Bell and thought, “Who owns this place?” Or maybe you’ve wondered how franchise owners actually make money and how much it really costs to open one.

In this video, I break down how a franchise business actually works using Subway as the example. I’ll show you exactly what franchising is, how the relationship between franchisors and franchisees works, what the real startup costs ...

What if the right franchise could pay you and your kids for decades to come?

In this video, I’m breaking down the best franchise investments of 2025 based on real numbers, real margins, and real potential. 

If you’re looking to build wealth (not just another job), this is where you start.

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Chick-fil-A is the most profitable fast-food franchise in America… so why do smart investors walk away from it?

In this video, I’m breaking down the hidden truth about Chick-fil-A’s franchise model and why it might be a trap if you’re looking to build real wealth and ownership. 

You’ll learn how the numbers actually work, why getting accepted is harder than getting into Stanford, and why most operators are really ...

Is buying a franchise in 2025 a HUGE mistake?

In this video, I’ll show you exactly why 35% of franchise owners regret their decision, and how to make sure you’re not one of them. The truth is, buying a franchise can either unlock freedom, wealth, and a new future or become the most expensive 9–5 you’ve ever had.

This is what I wish I knew when I started and now, I’m sharing it with you so you can avoid the landmin...

What would you do if you were laid off just before the holidays… with a toddler at home… and your life savings on the line?

In this episode, I sat down with Nina Hunter — a brand new franchise owner who went from being let go in corporate to launching THREE territories with a restoration franchise.

We talk about how she overcame fear, what made her walk away from opening a $1.2M coffee shop, and how she ramped up ...

What makes someone leave a secure career, start a franchise, and take that leap just weeks before their second child is born?

In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, I sit down with Patrick — a first-time franchisee and former executive at a major philanthropic organization. 

We talk about what it's really like starting a franchise from scratch, the systems that saved his sanity, how he f...

Farris is a client of ours at Franchise Empire.

Recently he purchased a cleaning & restoration franchise after 20+ years in corporate.

I got the chance to sit down with him and talk about his journey, what he learned, and advice he has for up and coming entrepreneurs.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode!

00:00 Taking the Leap into Business Ownership  
02:46 From Banker to Franchisee  <...

Greg and Julie are clients of ours at Franchise Empire.

Recently, they officially became business owners!

So I wanted to sit down with them and talk about their journey of finding, vetting, and buying a franchise.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode!

00:00 - Leaving After 25 Years: Why It Was Time  
01:38 - What Business Did We Start?  
03:02 - Starting in the Offseason: Smart or Risky...

Nancy and Troy are clients of ours at Franchise Empire.

Nancy was a nurse for 35 years and finally quit her job and bought her first franchise.

I got the chance to sit down with her and talk about their franchise purchase and journey throughout the process.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the episode!

00:00 From Nurse to Franchise Owner  
02:12 Why They Chose Assisting Hands  
08:45 The Power ...

Karriem is a franchisee for Little Caesars and a coach here at Franchise Empire.

After working together for a long time, we finally had the chance to meet in person and sit down to do a podcast.

We talked about what it's like owning a Little Caesars, and why Kareem probably wouldn't buy a food franchise if he could do it all again.

If you're looking to buy a franchise in 2025, I really reco...

A little over a year ago I asked Bedros Keuilian to be on my podcast and here we are.

I’ve been a fan of Bedros for a long time, invested in his coaching, and have looked up to the empire he’s built.

So it was an honor to sit down with him and chat about his journey as an entrepreneur.

Whether you’re a seasoned business owner or new to entrepreneurship, this episode has something for everyone.

So...

Ryan Pineda is a former pro athlete who went from broke, flipping couches, to building a massive empire of multiple 7-figure businesses.

I got the opportunity to sit down with him and talk about how he got started in entrepreneurship, his thoughts on the 2025 real estate market, his businesses, and his faith.

This was an awesome episode so sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

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