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Immigration and Franchising Immigration and franchising have more in common than you might first expect. Franchising is a great way for foreign nationals to start business here in the U.S. and an often untapped market channel for franchisors.  Mark Deal, the host of US immigration Podcast and founder of Foreign Investor Resource Group, joins me for this interesting episode of Franchise Euphoria.  Tune in to learn some of the ins and outs of immigration and franchising.   About Mark Mark is the host of the US Immigration Podcast which dives into the business of US Immigration and the impact of Immigration on US business. Through interviews with leading Immigration Attorneys as well as those impacted by US Immigration, Mark explores various immigration topics and the journey of foreign nationals as they seek to become employees, executives, entrepreneurs or investors in the business tapestry of the United States.   Show Highlights Ø  Visa specific business plans Ø  Benefits for a franchisor Ø  Necessity of an i

Susan Baroncini-Moe, author of Business in Blue Jeans joins me for this episode of Franchise Euphoria. Susan shares with us a ton of business tips to help you get your business on the right track for success. She is fun and full of insight from how to identify your target market to how to do digital media the right way. Listen in to learn more. About Interviewee Susan is the author of the bestselling, Business in Blue Jeans: How to Have a Successful Business on Your Own Terms, in Your Own Style. She is an executive coach and a digital marketing strategist. Recently named one of Online Marketing Institute’s Top 40 Digital Marketers of 2014, she regularly speaks to audiences of all sizes and has shared the stage with business giants like Michael E. Gerber, Bob Burg, and Larry Winget, among others. Susan and her business have been featured in Redbook Magazine, USA Today, MSN Living, Investor’s Business Daily, Yahoo Finance, and American Express Open Forum, and she is a Guinness World Records® titleholder. Show

Are you ready to get a complete business education for $100. You should be. Omar Zenhom and Nicole Baldinu from $100 MBA join me in this episode. They focus on business principles essential to running and growing a franchise and business. About Omar and Nicole Omar loves rooting for the underdog and telling it like it is. He is the business brains behind the operation with over 14 years of business building experience. An educator & university manager for 13 years. Omar attended Wharton business school and dropped out in frustration to build The $100 MBA. They’re on a mission to revolutionize business education forever. Omar is the curriculum developer, content creator & head instructor at The $100 MBA. He also loves 80′s music & high-fives. Nicole is the sensible one with all the taste. She knows when it’s right and when it isn’t. An educator for 13 years & an avid traveler. A New York Film Academy graduate that loves shooting videos that make a difference. She’s responsible for all the brill

“Stop chasing influential people and start becoming an influencer yourself.”   Are you ready to starve your doubts and learn how successful entrepreneurs and high achievers overcome self-doubt? Want to learn one of the most important keys to success of all entrepreneurs? Jared Easley joins me in this episode of Franchise Euphoria. Jared shares how building genuine relationships and collaboration will increase your business success.   About Jared Jared is the Co-Founder of the Podcast Movement, Host of Starve the Doubts, President at PodMov University, and Best Selling Author of the book: Podcasting Good to Great: How to Grow Your Audience Through Collaboration. Show Highlights Ø  How to starve your doubts Ø  The power of collaboration Ø  Be an influencer Ø  Authentic connections     Episode Resources   Podcasting Good to Great   Want to know more about Jared? Starve the Doubts   Spread the Word Twitter   Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episo

  “True business magic and personal success comes when you embrace your freakiness.”   Chris Brogan joins me in this episode. Chris is a dynamic entrepreneur that encourages you to embrace your inner freak.  You must fall in love with your business. To truly do this you need to embrace who you are, inner freak and all. When you figure out who you are you can figure out what business is the right fit for you.   About Chris The leading authority on owning the game you most want to win. Chris provides a mix of professional leadership development and business strategy. He works with professionals like you to own your choices, own your life, and own your future. He is CEO/Owner of Media Group, is a highly sought after professional speaker, and a New York Times best-selling author of 8 books and counting including The Freaks Shall Inherit The Earth.   Show Highlights Ø  Embracing your freak Ø  Fall in love with what you do Ø  The importance of confidence Ø  From Freak to Owner   Episode Resources   The Freaks Shal

  Kevin Ortner Kevin Ortner joins me today with a unique perspective on franchising. He is both a franchisor and a franchisee with Renters Warehouse. He walks us through expanding the business to a second location through franchising to over a dozen states across the country.   About Kevin Renters Warehouse is Minnesota's largest, highest rated, and most reviewed Professional Landlord and Property Management Firm. They currently manage nearly $1 Billion in residential real estate, and execute over 4,500 new lease transactions each year. Home of the industry first Tenant Warranty and creator of these other innovative services; Rent Protect, Property Protect, Eviction Protection and the Protection Bundle. As CEO, Kevin is dedicated to continually improving their service offering and creating the best client experience in the industry.   Show Highlights Ø  The importance of testing your model Ø  Identifying your core processes Ø  Documenting your processes Ø  Treating your company like a business career and not

Having systems in your business not only makes you more efficient but ultimately makes you more profitable. Today’s episode is all about creating systems for your business that actually work. It is going to especially be helpful for entrepreneurs that are just getting started and want to create franchise-like systems for their business along with entrepreneurs who may have already started but are looking to grow their business through a franchise-like model. You cannot do so without creating systems that actually work. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

  Your URL, state business registration, and a trademark are three very different things. Just because a name is available for a URL and even a business registration does not mean that you have the right to use that name. A lot of small business owners who are just starting out often get confused on these three things. This can be a pricey mistake that can cost you thousands. Don’t make this mistake. Listen in to learn the differences between the three and how to make sure you can use the name you want for your business. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!    

I am a huge proponent of franchising....when it is done right. All too often, though, it is done wrong.  People focus on the wrong things (i.e. the hottest franchise, or how to make a quick buck, or they assume they know about a franchise when they really don't). You need to be careful when considering franchise options.  You must pay attention to the important things, and forget about all the rest when making a decision to buy.   Listen in to learn 4 ways to give yourself a better chance at success in franchising. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

I recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Joe Crane from Veteran on the Move. I enjoyed it so much that I had to share it with you. Joe Crane is founder and host of Veteran On the Move podcast. He acts as a pathfinder to freedom, guiding veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship by interviewing today’s most influential people in the world of entrepreneurship. Veteran on the Move features interviews with veteran entrepreneurs, start-ups, educators, experts and information on tools and resources for all entrepreneurs. They interview experts from some of the best entrepreneurship schools, finance experts, accountants, patent attorneys, marketing gurus and any other specialists that can provide valuable knowledge for the entrepreneur. Listen in and then check out his site. He is doing some great things for veterans. Learn More About Joe Veteran On The Move   Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comm

  Simple businesses work, and they work well. Often when we start a business we start with a clear vision in our head of what that business will look like. But once we start getting into the process of working in the business and dealing with the day to day aspects of the business things can start to get complicated. Listen in to learn 3 things you can do to stop complicating your business. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

Dreams can be interesting, scary, exciting, terrifying, or just plain bizarre.  The only thing consistent about dreams is that everybody has them. In fact, researchers have found that most people have multiple dreams each night, yet often can't remember them.  Many studies have been done about the phenomenon of dreaming. For instance, why do we forget most of our dreams?  Why are some of our dreams not in color?  Do men and women dream differently?  Do animals dream?  Can you control your dreams?  How blind people dream.  And the list goes on and on. But perhaps the most interesting aspect of dreaming for me, is that research has found that we are paralyzed while we dream. REM sleep, the stage of sleep we are in when dreaming occurs, is characterized by paralysis of our voluntary muscles.  This is known as REM atonia and prevents us from acting out our dreams while we sleep. Essentially, because our motor neurons are not stimulated, our body does not move. Though we often think of dreaming as part of the subc

Every customer or client interaction that you have creates some sort of experience with an emotional component. It can be good or it can be bad. So, how do you deliver your services that will drive a positive experience? Howard Schultz said: Care more than others think wise, Risk more than others think safe, Dream more than others think practical, Expect more than others think possible. Listen in to learn how you can deliver a positive experience to your customers today. Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

Many people ask me if they should buy a franchise or start their own business. It seems a simple enough question but it is actually very complicated and loaded with many considerations. Listen in as I go over some of these considerations. It will definitely give you something to think about.  Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

Many people erroneously believe that franchising strips away all creativity from the entrepreneur turned franchisee.  Good franchising, though, provides the system, process, and brand while simultaneously allowing the owner to utilize creativity to drive local awareness, build an online reputation, and create a culture that attracts good employees.  In this episode, I cover 4 ways franchise owners can unleash their creativity to help their franchises prosper. Contact Us Josh@franchiseeuphoria.com Joe@franchiseeuphoria.com Feedback  Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast Tune in on Stitcher!

Philip Campbell One of most important aspects of any business is the financial side. It is also one of the most dreaded aspects and because of that many do not have a clear understanding of it. This can be a crucial mistake. Philip discusses this complicated topic and shows how you can easily take control of your finances before they take control of you.   About Philip Philip has over 30 years of experience in the business world. He has served as an officer in a number of growing companies with revenues ranging from 5 million all the way up to 900 million dollars. He has been involved with the acquisition or sale of 33 companies and an IPO on the New York Stock Exchange. His true passion is helping people take control of their cash flow.   Show Highlights Ø  The secret to understanding your financials Ø  Understanding the difference between profit and cash flow Ø  Identifying your 3 largest drivers of change Ø  How to explain where the cash went last month in 2 minutes   Want to know more about Philip? pcampb

Have you decided that a franchise opportunity is the right business opportunity for you but not sure what your next step should be?  Most often people turn to the internet to start their search for the right business. This is NOT the place to start.  Listen in as the Franchise King talks about how to find the right franchise opportunity for you. About Joel Joel Libava, The Franchise King, is a franchise ownership advisor. He teaches time-tested and proven techniques that enable today’s prospective franchise owners to make a yes or no decision on franchise opportunities that they’re looking at – with total confidence. He is also the author of Become a Franchise Owner! The Start-Up Guide to Lowering Risk, Making Money, and Owning What You Do. Want to know more about Joel? Franchise King Feedback Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment. If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating

As a business owner podcasting may not be the first thing on your mind, but maybe it should be. Podcasting is a digital medium that can be leveraged to add revenue streams for your business. Last weekend I attended Podcast Movement 2014, an international conference dedicated completely to podcasting (the first of its kind). It was an amazing conference and I left fired up to make this podcast even better and maybe to convince some of you that podcasting can be a great and profitable adventure.   Feedback   Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment or feel free to email either one of us. Josh@franchiseeuphoria.com Joe@franchiseeuphoria.com   Review If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review and rating on iTunes or Stitcher. Every review means we can reach out to more people.  iTunes:  Franchise Euphoria Podcast   Tune in on Stitcher!

As entrepreneurs, we sometimes get caught in the trap of thinking that we can only learn from other entrepreneurs.  This is not true.  There are many people and businesses that you can and should learn from, including big business.  This is not an "us" v. "them" game.  Every big business at one point in time was a small business. And most CEO's have had some if not many entrepreneurial ventures or experiences.  But most importantly, big businesses usually understand process, systems and organizational structures much better than small businesses.  They live it, breathe it and implement it each and every day.  Tune in as we discuss what entrepreneurs can learn from big business and vice versa. Feedback Have any suggestions for future shows? Have questions or topic you would like us to do an episode on? If so, please leave a comment or feel free to email either one of us. Josh@franchiseeuphoria.com Joe@franchiseeuphoria.com   Review If you enjoyed the podcast would you please take a moment to leave a review an

Exciting things going on here at Franchise Euphoria! I have been talking about bringing on a co-host for a while now and today is the day. I can’t wait for you to meet Joe Levin. Joe is a long-time friend of mine and we are so excited to start working together here on the podcast. Listen in to learn more about Joe, his background, our history and most importantly how he is going to add even more value to you on your journey. I can promise you this…things are NOT going to be dull around here. Joe is an absolute Rock Star!! But for those that don't believe me, tune in and read his bio below. Joe Levin is head of sales enablement, direct marketing and e-commerce site strategy for CDW, a leading provider of technology solutions for business, government, education and healthcare. Joe is currently weaving sales enablement strategies and capabilities into the fabric of the 7,000 plus coworker organization.  He leads a diverse and cross-functional team focused on sales and marketing strategy, lead generation, campaig