Ewell Smith hosts the Close The Deal Podcast. (CloseTheDeal.Com) We're talking with franchisors and entrepreneurs. 🔥 SPECIAL EPISODES: Your First Franchise Ewell interviews franchisors and franchise leaders helping to pull back the veil on franchising to help you better understand how to invest and close the deal on your first franchise. Ewell's the founder of www.YourFirstFranchise.com. As a franchise consultant he guides career professionals, corporate refuges and Veterans to fulfill their ...
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Welcome to the ChoiceBOSS Franchisor podcast. This is for entrepreneurs and business owners who want to learn how to franchise their business in a way so they have income from multiple locations giving them, time freedom to spend with the family, financial freedom to do what they want, and security from a competitor coming along and wiping out their single location income source.
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Mike Polluck, CEO of Franlift, busts 3 common myths about franchising your business. In short, is your business franchisable? 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 👉 Know Your Ideal Franchisee: Identifying franchisees who align with your brand’s values, have the required skills, and are committed to growth is essential. The rig…
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Ross Franklin, CEO of Pure Green Franchise, shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): Scalable Simplicity: Pure Green’s franchise model is designed for growth without complexity. Franchisees can easily manage operations while focusing on delivering high-quality health products, creating a scala…
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Shane Evans , the founder of Massage Heights shares what makes thier brand so successful: Shane shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): Turnkey Franchise System: Massage Heights offers a complete, plug-and-play franchise model. They handle everything from real estate to equipment setup, allow…
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Steve and Tracie Shatkin share how "Unreasonable Hospitality" drives coffee shop success... 3 Value Bombs: Invest in Long-Term Relationships with Franchisees The interview emphasizes how crucial it is to build trust and long-term relationships with franchisees. Success in franchising doesn’t come from simply selling franchises; it comes from unders…
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Adam Houlahan shares the latest Linkedin updates with Ewell Smith. Discover how to leverage them to drive more sales leads to close more deals. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 👉Optimize Your Profile for Visibility: Craft a compelling LinkedIn profile headline and summary that clearly communicates your value proposition, m…
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Mike Riley with Ziebart shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Ziebart’s Global Expansion: With 1,300 locations in 37 countries, Ziebart has successfully evolved from its origins in rust protection to offering a wide range of automotive services, driving global franchise success. 👉Adapting …
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Execute the basics of personal branding and gaining attention so you can not only survive the big changes coming; but, thrive closing more deals. (especially real estate agents) Mike Cuevas is founder of Referral Sweet and an expert on creating referral based sales. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: Personal Branding is Eve…
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Josh York, founder of GYMGUYS, shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Adaptability and Innovation: Emphasize the importance of being adaptable and continually innovating in the business landscape to stay ahead of the competition and meet evolving market demands. 👉Leadership and Vision: High…
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Matt Smith, founder of Snooze Mattreee Company shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉Discover how effective community engagement can exponentially boost your franchise's local presence and customer loyalty. 👉Learn the secrets to maximizing profitability by optimizing operations and leverag…
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Learn how to master the art of networking to close more deals with Angie Weidel. 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast to become a Master Networker: Personalized Referrals are Key: When asking for referrals, it's essential to share not only your business details but also your personal traits. This allows the referrer to introduc…
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Former Commanding Officer of Camp Jejeune, Colonel Beau Higgins shares how Oplign helps Veterans transition into civilian workforce. Beau shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: Identify Your Strengths: Figure out which skills from your military service can be used in civilian jobs, like leadership and teamwork. Build Conn…
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Passion to Profit: Join the Taste Buds Kitchen Franchise Family: Jessie Brelsford #56 Close The Deal
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Jessie shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉 Passion Fuels Success: Jessi emphasizes that passion for the business and industry is essential for sustained success and growth. 👉 Engagement and Tenacity: Franchisees need to be engaged, tenacious, and willing to put in the effort to make the…
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On this episode of Close The Deal Podcast, Dan Pace shares how to leverage real estate in your franchise financing packages. Top 3 Value Bombs: 👉Value Bomb 1: Leverage SBA Loans Ewell highlights the importance of SBA loans for franchisees, especially the Express Loans (up to $150,000, no collateral) and Dream Loans (up to $500,000, flexible terms).…
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Dennis Schooley, CEO of the Schooley Mitchell Franchise shares how you can help businesses save money while building a 7 figure business for yourself. Dennis shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Special Episode): Proven Savings Model: With our 29,000 deals, Schooley Mitchell has demonstrated an unpa…
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Kris Reid, Founder of Icons of Real Estate shares how Real Estate agents can leverage SEO and podcasting to drive more sales. Kris shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: SEO's long-term benefits: It's like planting a seed that keeps growing. Podcasting's networking magic: Building relationships that fuel business growth. …
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Unveiling the Secret: How Hoppin' Franchise Achieves Margins Exceeding 78% With Their CEO Rich Moyer Rich shares 3 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): Learn the crucial steps to build a business model that consistently delivers 78%+ profit margins. Discover the key strategies that differentiate Ho…
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Storytelling Secrets Franchisors Must Know To Award More Franchises: Trevor Rappleye - #51 Close The Deal
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A MUST Listen For Any Franchisor Wanting to Award More Franchises Ewell Smith interviews Trevor Rappleye, CEO of Franchise Filming - we talking about the power of storytelling to close more deals. Trevor shares 5 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 1. Authentic Storytelling: Trevor emphasizes the impact of capturing genuine fra…
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Ewell Smith unpacks the new book Start. Scale. Exit. Repeat. with the author Colin Campbell on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast Colin shares 5 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: 👉Use Franchising as your education to launch your future ventures 👉Find your “X Factor” to be successful 👉Find your mentor - leverage their …
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Career Opportunities for Veterans: NextOp's Strategic Approach With Shelby Mounts #49 Close The Deal
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Close The Deal Podcast: Shelby Mounts on NextOp's Free Service: Helping Veterans Find Their Next Career Opportunity Shelby shares 5 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast: NextOp's Mission: Propel veterans into industry careers with tailored services and job matches. Industry Expansion: NextOp widens veteran opportunities across he…
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Combat to Commerce: How Veterans Thrive in Franchising - Paul Huszar - VetCor Franchise #48 Close The Deal
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Paul Huszar, CEO of VetCor, explains why Veterans' thrive in franchising... Paul shares 5 takeaways on this episode of the Close The Deal Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): VetCor’s not just restoring homes; they’re empowering veterans and making a difference in communities Vetcor's proven model helps transition Veterans from military leadersh…
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Cody Hofine, founder of Joe Homebuyer, shares 3 streams of income with Ewell smith on how to leverage his proven franchise model? Cody shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): How personal development boosts franchise success, impacting income and growth significantly. How strong company cult…
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From Soccer Fields to Podcast Studios: Eric Jennings' Entrepreneurial Path - #46 Close The Deal
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Eric Jennings, semi-pro soccer player, shares how he leverages coaching sports to podcasting to build a business. Eric shares 3 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast, he: emphasizes the importance of continual learning and the life skills gained through podcasting. shares how his soccer coaching business is intertwined with his p…
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Tom Martin, founder of Converse Digital, shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast, he: emphasizes investing in networks and building strong relationships for entrepreneurial success. shares how to leverage employees as a marketing force within small companies. explains how to provide value and nurture relationships in sales…
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Engineer to Entrepreneur: Cabinet IQ Franchise: Michael Hartel - #44 Close The Deal .Com Podcast
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From Engineer to Entrepreneur: Michael Hartel's Journey with Cabinet IQ - Discover Rapid Growth Opportunities and Career Fulfillment Michael shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): His favorite restaurant to do business in Austin, TX Why he left his job as an engineer How he identified his l…
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Break Away From Your W-2 (actionable steps): Brian O'Neill - #43: Close The Deal .Com Podcast
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Brian O'Neill, host of the W-2 Prison Break Show, unpacks the mindset that holds most people back from breaking free Brian shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Brian's favorite place to close the deal over dinner Brian's breaking point to freedom Mindset Transformation: Shift from scarcity to abundance mindset for succ…
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Maximize Profits with MOXEY Dollars: Expert Insights with Charlie Davis Charlie shares 4 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Find out Charlie's favorite restaurant to close the deal in Baton Rouge, LA Explore how Moxey Dollars transform local economies and boost business value. Find out if Moxey Dollars make sense for your bus…
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Alex Edwards shares the secret to Candy Cloud's success which makes it different than any other food or beverage franchise concept. Alex shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉His favorite restaurant to do business in Rockford, Illinois. 👉How overcoming a failed business led to Candy Cloud…
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Attorney Stephen Setliff shares how to address some of the most common legal issues all businesses face. Being prepared matters... Stephen shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Find out Stephen's favorite restaurant to close the deal in Richmond, VA Discover 3 critical points to help you navigate potential legal risks .…
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Peak Sports Performance: Inside Athletic Republic Franchise W Charlie Graves #39 Close The Deal
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## Visit www.CloseTheDeal.com to see all episodes. 🔥 SPECIAL EPISODES: Your First Franchise Ewell interviews franchisors and franchise industry leaders to educate first time franchise investors. Get behind the scenes information so you start the process and close the deal on your first franchise. We have gift for you for listening - grab a copy of …
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Splashing Success: Inside Go Painting's Franchise Blueprint W/ Shaun McMurry #38 Close The Deal
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Game-Changing Opportunity: Go Painting Franchise Transforms Commercial Painting Industry! Shaun shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise Episode): 👉His favorite restaurant to do business in Salt Lake City. 👉The Go Painting philosophy which drives this franchise. 👉Why this is such a unique opportunity f…
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Unlock Your Franchise Dream with Expert Funding Insights with Sara Vransic Sara shares 6 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Sara's favorite restaurant to do business in Philadelphia. The importance of enough working capital. The best timing to explore funding to get pre-qualified Support Benetrends provides regarding business…
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Sean Quinn, CEO of AllPoint Retail shares his tech strategy that helps retain 99% of his clients. Sean shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Find out Sean's favorite restaurant to close the deal in Sarasota,Fl. Discover how to simplify technology integration for your business. Learn strategies to minimize headaches duri…
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Ewell Smith dive into the marketing strategies that propelled Darren James, CEO of Darren James & Associates - LPT Realty, to the pinnacle of real estate success. From grassroots initiatives, he secured a spot among the nation's top agents, closing over $1 billion in real estate deals to date. Darren shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The …
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Unlocking Business Growth: The Power of Door-Knocking Greg shares 5 takeaways on this episode of Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Greg's favorite restaurant to close the deal in Lehi, Utah How he differentiated his product with an honest offer His simple method for door-knocking The biggest challenge he's overcoming starting his business from scratch T…
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Scaling Home Service Empires: 900 Franchise Locations Unleashed W/ Scott Abbott #33 Close The Deal
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Scott Abbott, CEO of Five Star Franchising, provides valuable insights into the home services market and the reasons behind its rapid growth. Considering a franchise - tune in to learn about the home serve sector. 9 takeaways Scott shares on this Close TheDeal.Com Podcast (Your First Franchise special edition): Best restaurant in Salt Lake City to …
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Aviar Motors Co-founders' Alex Cohen and Aleksei Rachev envision making electric cars cool building EV - Resto - Mods. 5 takeaways Alex shares on this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast : Alex's favorite place to close the deal in Biarritz, France Tapping into the demand forcustom retro EVs - in reverse The performance specs on their EV Res…
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Exclusive Interview: W2 Prison Break Show Host Brian O'Neill Talks with Franchise Consultant and Host of the CloseTheDeal.Com Podcast Ewell Smith 5 takeaways Ewell shares from his guest appearance on the W2 Prison Break Show. (Your First Franchise special edition): The "ulcer moment" wake-up call at age 24 Finding gratitude Leading trade associatio…
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Just a short message to kick off 2024 encouraging you to Be Misunderstood. Take a listen...it'll make sense...this is all about mindset... ## Visit www.CloseTheDeal.com to see all episodes. 🔥 SPECIAL EPISODES: Your First Franchise Ewell interviews franchisors and franchise industry leaders to educate first time franchise investors. Get behind the s…
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STOP Losing Sales! Your customers hate picking out the palm trees, buses, or bicycles. Bill West, CEO of Human Presence, shares how to eliminate CAPTCHA on your website. 5 takeaways Bill shares on this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast : Bill's favorite place to close the deal in Greenville, SC Leading 16,000 employees to putting the trash…
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Jeff Dudan, CEO of HomeFront Brands shares his journey from college football to founder of one of America's fastest-growing franchise companies. 6 takeaways Jeff shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise special edition): Jeff's favorite place to entertain potential business vendors Why Jeff took a chance hea…
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Scaling Your Business: Franchise Success Tips from Janice Charles, co-founder of Franchise Succeed. 6 takeaways Janice shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise special edition): Her father's influence growing up around franchising - a way of life with 13 McDonalds franchises The pitfalls to avoid falling int…
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Former College Team Captain Inspires Athletes Nationwide with D1 Training Franchise 7 takeaways Will shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franchise special edition): His favorite restaurant to do business in Nashville, TN Overcoming high school football and pro football injuries to launch D1 The mission of D1 Trai…
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In this episode of the Close The Deal.com Podcast, Ewell Smith interviews Kenny Rubenstein, 3rd Generation Owner of Rubensteins in New Orleans. Kenny marks their 100-Year Celebration announcing The Rubensteins Hotel. 5 takeaways Kenny Rubenstein shares on this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast : →Kenny's favorite restaurant to close the de…
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Gerald Rossen, Founder and CEO of HustleHawks, shares how his app connects college students with jobs around universities. 5 takeaways Gerald shares on this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast : Gerald's favorite restaurant to close the deal with a potential client The inspiration behind HustelHawks as a freshman college business project How…
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Lance Freeman, President of Franchise Development for Xponential Fitness, introduces their newest franchise concept - BFT (Body Fit Training) BFT hits the sweet spot between Cross Fit and HIT training. Another sweet spot is the revenue with high margins. 5 takeaways Lance shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (Your First Franc…
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Natalie Barranco, Founder of Prime Business Advisory Solutions, shares the 4 keys to your business success as an entrepreneur. 5 takeaways Natalie shares on this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast : Natalie's favorite restaurant to close the deal with a potential client The # 1 mistake people make going into business The missing "key elemen…
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Turp Ricketts, VP of Development for Horsepower Brands, shares insights on the Blingle! franchise opportunity. 🌲 Christmas (holiday) lighting is big business. So is landscape lighting, security lighting, and event lighting. 5 takeaways Turp shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (franchise & funding insights edition): Why this …
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Bryan Butterstein shares how easy it is to get into the vending machine business. 5 takeaways Bryan shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (franchise & funding insights edition): naturals2go is the most established brand in the market naturals2go is technology-driven Done-for-you initial location setup Investment levels and rev…
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Josh Hoffman shares several revenue models the Groovy Hues Franchise provides. For starters, groovier than other paint franchises. 5 takeaways Josh shares from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast (franchise & funding insights edition): A new emerging paint franchise created by Horsepower Brands Bringing scalability that Horsepower Brand…
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Amy Collins invites you to the Beignet Fest for a terrific cause. Amy and her husband Sherwood learned their son Liam had Autism at age 3. Now they are helping parents as the Beignet Fest raises funds to support kids programs for children on the spectrum. Amy shares 5 takeaways from this episode of the Close The Deal. Com Podcast: Best restaurant t…
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