Franchise Interviews 4.0

Paula Hope of Stop the Saboteurs on Franchise interviews

Franchise interview with Paula hope of Booked SolidWe are meeting with Paula Hope, the President of Booked Solid. Paula helps business professionals and their teams create the revenue they deserve. Through the strategic development of a referral/personal marketing plan, which includes online activities, Booked Solid business professionals learn to create, manage, and leverage their social capital (their personal goodwill) into a system that will grow their revenue for themselves and their firms. Paula consults and develops referral partner programs within progressive corporations that want to get serious about creating high-quality referrals for their organization. Paula is the author of Stop The Saboteurs: Conquer Negative Thoughts that Hurt Your Revenue and Your Brand.  

Finance Expert Tab Burkhalter on Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with Tab Burkhalter
We are meeting with Tab Burkhalter, the Founder and CEO of Numbers House, a company that specializes in helping entrepreneurs legally establish their businesses and providing back-end office support such as bookkeeping and payroll. Tab, a licensed CPA, offers expert commentary and insight on various business-related topics in the home services field. His company ensures that business structures are optimized for tax advantages and provides payroll and bookkeeping services. On this show, Tab will discuss:
Common tax deductions that franchise owners often overlook
Whether borrowing from your 401(k) to start a franchise is a good idea
Financial and tax implications of opening a second franchise location
Exit strategies for franchise owners
In Part Two, we will play a clip from our popular Great Quotes in Franchising podcast.

The AHA Guy, Mitchell Levey on Franchise Interviews

Franchise interview with Mitchell Levy
How anyone can write a book in 8 hours. Today, our meeting is with Mitchell Levy, known as the AHA Guy of AHAthat.com and serving as the CEO and Thought Leader Architect at THiNKaha.com. He and his team specialize in assisting corporations in creating compelling content to transform their experts into recognized thought leaders. Mitchell is a bestselling author on Amazon, having written fifty-six business books. He also contributes to Entrepreneur Magazine and has provided strategic consulting to over a hundred companies. Mitchell offers free social media-enabled eBooks and advocates for more franchisors and franchisees to consider writing a book. 

Michael Peterson Meets with Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Michael Peterson of Franchise BeaconMichael Peterson, the President and founder of Franchise Beacon, leads a boutique franchise consulting firm that has facilitated the launch of franchise concepts across diverse sectors. He is also the bestselling author of "How and Why to Franchise Your Business" on Amazon. Additionally, he is a prolific writer and speaker, often contributing on topics such as franchise development, compliance, management, and funding. 

Michael E. Gerber on Franchise Interviews on WorldTalkRadio

This was our first live interview with the legendary Michael Gerber on WorldTalkRadio. Michael has been referenced on our show on hundreds of occasions. The interview and the book The E-Myth Revisited is timeless. 

An Evening with Michael E. Gerber

An Evening with Michael E. GerberNearly thirty-five years ago, I encountered one of the most enlightening books on entrepreneurship. "The E-Myth Revisited" stands out as one of the most successful business books of the twentieth century, earning the distinction of being voted the #1 business book by the Inc. 500 CEOs. With several million copies sold and translations into nearly 20 languages, it has become recommended reading for numerous new franchise owners. In this interview, we delve into the success of "The E-Myth Revisited," Michael's inspiration behind creating "In the Dreaming Room," and my personal favorite, "Awakening The Entrepreneur Within." 

In The Dreaming Room with Michael Gerber

Today, you'll learn about Michael Gerber's newest project, "In The Dreaming Room." This innovative concept provides entrepreneurs with a unique space to engage in a different form of dreaming—Intentional Dreaming®. Unlike problem-solving, Intentional Dreaming® focuses on creatively and strategically transforming both your personal life and business. 

Lori Karpman, Franchise Coach on Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Lori KarpmanWe have a meeting scheduled with Lori Karpman, a highly experienced management consultant and former attorney. She specializes in multi-unit business development, professional coaching, and training. Currently serving as the CEO of Lori Karpman & Company, a comprehensive firm offering services essential for growing brands, Lori also holds the position of Head Coach at Coach Lori, an executive coaching firm. Notably, she is the founder of the highly successful "Zyng Noodlery" franchise, which has received numerous prestigious marketing and branding awards, including the Ontario Advertising Association's pinnacle award and the Canadian Franchise Association's award for "Outstanding Overall Corporate Image". 

Karol Mercurio Returns to Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interviews Welcomes Back Karol MercurioThis was another historic interview from the WorldTalkRadio.com days. Having served as a Franchise Consultant for many years, a member of IFPG for a decade, and a member of the IFPG Ethics Committee, I firmly believe that IFPG holds its Consultants to a higher standard compared to other consulting organizations. Our Consultants undergo rigorous training and certification programs to enhance their skills and knowledge. They are trained to serve as consultants/guides through the due diligence process, ensuring that candidates make decisions that benefit them and their families.
I prioritize placing my candidates first, aiming to find a franchise that aligns with their skills, interests, priorities, budget, and income expectations. I am highly selective with the brands I present, choosing only those companies that candidates can fully embrace, with business models that meet their criteria. Commission is never a deciding factor for me when selecting brands; if I don’t make the right match, I won’t be paid for my services. The candidate's best interests always come first.

Karol Mercurio, Franchise Consultant on Franchise Interviews

Franchise Interview with Karol MercurioThis was one of our first historic interview on WorldTalkRadio. For over 23 years, Karol Mercurio has been a Franchise Consultant, accumulating over 30 years of experience in the franchising industry. She holds the distinction of being IFPG’s first-ever franchise consultant and one of the pioneering female consultants in franchising.
Karol's journey in franchising began at Nutrisystem, where she spent 12 years developing and delivering training programs to new franchisees. Later, she served as Great Clips' Franchise Development Manager for the Mid-Atlantic region.
Throughout her career, Karol has successfully guided numerous individuals towards owning their own businesses, making her a beacon for women in franchising. Her extensive experience and insights have proven invaluable to IFPG and its members.