Franchising 101

Updated: 08 May 2025 • 243 episodes
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Franchising 101 is THE premier podcast in the franchise industry. Hosted by Tim Parmeter, the Founder/CEO of FranCoach, Franchising 101 is designed to help educate listeners on all aspects of franchise ownership. Episodes feature a wide range of guest industry leaders, spotlights on top franchisors, interviews with franchisees, and more. FranCoach is partnered with 600+ franchisors in 70+ industries and our service is always free. To learn more visit www.franchising101podcast.net or www.francoach.net Or schedule a call with us: https://info.francoach.net/meetings/schedule-call/connect

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/  🎙️ Episode 242 - Join Tim Parmeter, founder and CEO of FranCoach, as he welcomes Eric McConaty, a Focal Point Business Coaching owner, to the Franchising 101 Podcast. In this episode of 'In Their Words,' Er

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⭐ INTERESTED IN FRANCHISE OWNERSHIP? Schedule a call with one of our coaches today!  https://www.francoach.net/  🎙️ Episode 241 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter challenges a surprising idea: "Maybe now isn't the right time to own a franchise"—and not for the reasons you might expect. Amid market unce

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🎙️ Episode 240 - In this episode, Tim Parmeter breaks down one of the most misunderstood—but essential—documents in the franchising world: the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). He also demystifies the term “going dark,” which tends to sound ominous but is a routine part of the franchising process each year. If you’

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🎙️ Episode 239 - In this episode of Franchising 101, FranCoach founder and CEO Tim Parmeter tackles a frustrating myth in the franchising world: the idea that franchising is “just buying a job.” With his trademark humor and candid tone, Tim breaks down the truth behind the phrase, explaining why — yes — sometimes fran

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🎙️ Episode 238 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter welcomes Logan and Ashtin Smith from Arlington, Texas. The couple shares their journey to becoming owners of Mr. Appliance. Ashtin, a former deaf education teacher and stay-at-home mom, and Logan, experienced in insurance, mortgage, and financial techno

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🎙️ Episode 237 - In this episode of Franchising 101, Tim Parmeter interviews Trent Huey, Vice President of Franchise Development at Neighborly. Trent shares his journey from being a high school teacher and oil field worker to joining Neighborly nine years ago. He oversees the development of Mr. Electric, Mr. Appliance

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