Steve Vandegrift shares his 35+ years of experience in the franchising world. Host, Mark Vandegrift, leads the discussion as the franchise bros cover the latest happenings, news, brand moves, and other franchising insights. If you’re a franchisor, a franchisee, or just interested in the world of franchising, this is the podcast for you!
Discover what makes franchise companies successful and why others fail. Learn the moves that makes for a great franchisee and what to avoid. And finally, Steve and Mark provide tips and tricks on operations, sales, and marketing that can move your franchise from good to great!
Can Any Business Be Franchised? What Makes a Great Franchise Concept?
Many business owners ask what sounds like a simple question, “Can my business be franchised?” But the answer involves much more than whether the business has been successful. A strong franchise concept needs to be teachable, repeatable, economically viable, attractive to prospective franchisees, and capable of maintaining consistent standards as it grows. In today’s episode, we discuss what separates a successful business from a potentially successful franchise concept, and the questions busi...
5 Oct 2026
The American Franchise Act
The franchise model is built on an important distinction, which is franchisees operate independently owned businesses while benefiting from the brand, systems, training and support provided by the franchisor. But where does franchisor support end and employer responsibility begin? That question is at the center of the American Franchise Act currently being considered in Congress. In today’s episode, we break down what the Act actually says, why the joint-employer issue matters, what supporter...
21 Sept 2026
The Importance of a Franchise Sales Development System
In today’s episode, we discuss something every franchisor needs if they're serious about growing their franchise network: a franchise sales development system. Many emerging franchisors think that once their Franchise Disclosure Document is completed and their franchise website goes live, they're ready to start selling franchises. But generating an inquiry is only the beginning. What happens after that lead comes in? Who contacts the candidate and by what method? What questions should be aske...
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