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From Flush to Plush - How Many Hats Does John Cohen Wear in Franchising? Broadcast Date: March 31, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST John Cohen grew up around franchising, but forged his own, unique path. As a Molly Maid franchisee, he learned the ropes and added to his portfolio. He eventually worked on the franchisor side as Director of Operations for Molly Maid Corporate and then Vice President of Operations of the Dwyer Group. He moved to Franworth and the Lash Lounge before rising to COO of Franworth earlier this year. We are excited to learn more about the many hats he has won in franchising and what he has learned throughout his career. This week Jerry Akers talks about avoiding Chapter 11 - information we all need to understand, and Karen Kimsey-Sward help us understand how surrounding yourself with the right people can help you stay the course in your business. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Every Kid Needs Their Blind Side Protected. How Franchising Affords Leigh Anne Tuohy a Platform to Help. Broadcast Date: March 24, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST This week our guest is The Blind Side's Leigh Anne Tuohy. Over the years, she and her husband owned upward of 100 franchise locations including Taco Bells, KFCs, Long John Silvers and Pizza Huts. Their success allowed them the opportunity to foster children and eventually adopt Michael Oher on whom the movie was based. Today, Leigh Anne is a fierce advocate for foster care, especially for those nearing their 18th birthdays and who are aging out of the system. She also sits on the Taco Bell Foundation Board. Learn more about how giving has become such an integral part of the Tuohy family's life and how they give back through franchising. In our Pillars segments, Jerry Akers discusses the chapter in his book, Live It 2 Own It about operations in your franchise. David Kajganich gives us an update on The Joint and Karen Kimsey-Sward reveals her Book of the Month - Atomic Habits. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.  

Living the American Dream Through Franchising - The Shawn Shariff story  Broadcast Date: March 17th, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST This week, we interview Shawn Shariff. A first generation immigrant from Pakistan, Shawn started off at KFC in an entry-level job and through hard work and determination, grew his career to multi-unit franchise ownership. He shares how he has achieved the American Dream and lets our audience know that anything is possbile! Karen Kimsey-Sward talks to us about stress management as we have all endured a crazy few years in the world that have impacted our families, our businesses and our lives. She has some practical tips to help us cope. David Kagjanich shares his latest news from The Joint Chiropractic - things are getting close - but not without some bumps in the road. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. isten live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Dirty Books Uncensored. Carlos Gomez Helps Franchisors Clean Up Their Acts. Broadcast Date: March 10th, 2022 Keeping your books out of the "dirty" section of reading materials is no joke - especially if you are a franchisor trying to attract new franchisees. Carlos Gomez of PRK Texas helps franchisors audit their financials, offers best practices and consults on ways to grow, engage and improve their franchise models. What does this mean for potential franchisees? Reliable information, reviewable track records and Item 19s and more clarity on just what you are getting in a franchise system before you commit. Laura Liss, our franchise attorney will dive further into the legal aspects of auditing and what kind of information you can glean in orer to make good decisions. Jerry Akers continues his series on his book - Live it 2 Own it and discusses Opening Day for your new franchise business. As usual join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Hall of Fame Coach Sherri Coale Takes Winning Strategy into Franchising Broadcast Date: March 3rd, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST We have a lot to report on this week's show! Kristin and Jerry have been at the IFA conference in San Diego, and we will hear about  lessons learned, opportunities available and schmoozing with everyone in franchising. Our guest is the Hall of Fame women's basketball coach from Oklahoma who, after retiring last year, is lending her skills to the NextGen Fitness franchise as their Culture Coach. She will talk to us about how leading a team to success in sports can translate to business ownership and why franchising is a good fit for athletes. If her stellar coaching career tells us anything, it is that she is going to kill it in her next career! Jerry Akers will continue his series following the next chapter in his book, Live It 2 Own It. Ray Pillar and Karen Kimsey-Sward will talk about establishing a positive culture as a new franchisee and Laura Liss offers legal insights in her segment. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Blue Collar Millionaire Larry Sutton of RNR Tire Express Franchise Broadcast Date: February 17th, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST This week we interview Larry Sutton of RNR Tire Express about his journey into franchising and why it is possible for anyone to find success – no matter where you start or what your industry. Jerry Akers continues his series on finding the right franchise with a segment on site selection. Karen-Kimsey-Sward dives more deeply into how to find the right people for the right roles, and Laura Liss helps us understand territories and what to be on the lookout for. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

A Franchise Opportunity for the Books with Jeff Schonberg Broadcast Date: February 10th, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST This week we speak to Jeff Schonberg of Supporting Strategies to learn about this opportunity. A provider of outsourcing for bookkeepers and controllers for growing businesses, this is an interesting model in the support services genre. For our mentors, Jerry Akers will discuss "Meeting Your New Business Partners," David Kagjanich updates us on his progress with The Joint Chiropractic, Karen Kimsey-Sward talks hiring and Laura Liss focuses on the FDD requirement of shared marketing. It's a jam-packed show this week - so don't miss it! As usual, join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Does Your Franchise Location Make the Grade in Customer Service? Nancy Friedman Breaks it Down for Us! Broadcast Date: February 3, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST Nancy Friedman is known as "The Telephone Doctor" for a reason - she knows customer service. She works with many franchise brands on improving communication and customer service to elevate the customer experience to the next level. Nancy will address: What are the 3 most powerful words for a new franchisee? Nancy Friedman, The Telephone Doctor, and a former franchisor will share the 3 most powerful words to use in onboarding with your new franchisees. She’s betting it’s not stressed enough. Nancy learned a lot by failing and now helps companies communicate better with their customers and coworkers. She will be sharing ideas, tips, skills, and techniques that will help you and your franchisees for years to come. Down to earth, you’ll hear the real deal. Nancy is a 2-time IFA conference speaker who has also hosted 2 of the popular Roundtables at IFA conferences. Bringing her humor into play, Nancy brings fun into the serious topic of customer service and communication skills. Born and raised in Chicago, IL, the Telephone Doctor and her family now live in St. Louis, MO. Her son David, and daughter Linda, now head up www.serviceksills.com, their unique, boutique, online eLearning platform. Nancy is still delivering her popular Zoom programs to many companies and franchises. Her recent Zoom keynote program for the Glass Guru annual conference received RAVE reviews from top management as well as the franchisees. COVID may have stopped her travels; however, not her common sense customer service and communication skills for you and your franchise.  

Franchising Fun Facts Broadcast Date: January 27, 2021 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST This week, Jerry Akers talks about preparing for the hunt for your franchise business while Karen Kimsey-Sward continues her segment on leadership by addressing the importance of feedback. David Kagjanich updates us on his Journey with The Joint, and as usual, you will find host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Dave's Hot Chicken on Fire with 600 Locations in Two Years Broadcast Date: January 20, 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST Shannon Swenson knows that it is ALWAYS a good time to buy a franchise, as our Million Dollar Mentor, Jerry Akers likes to say. She has sold 600 commitments in the last two years despite a pandemic and economic uncertainty. Tune in today to learn how Shannon kept things moving and kept positive energy flowing for Dave's Hot Chicken. Also this week, Jerry continues his lessons from his book. This week focuses on the tempo effect. Karen Kimsey-Sward continues her series on building business leaders. Join host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as she discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. On the Million Dollar Mentor Segment this week Kristin Selmeczy will give another million dollar mentor tip that has driven success. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

​WNBA Legend Jackie Stiles Powers into Franchising Broadcast Date: January 13th , 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST Jackie Stiles was a legend on the basketball court as all-time leading scorer in NCAA division one basketball history with 3,393 points. She remains the only woman to score more than 1,000 points in a single season. After playing, she coached for a few years and then started her own training business and is now on to a new adventure. Known for her fierce training regimen, she is taking her knowledge and love of fitness into franchising as a NextGen Fitness franchisee. Join us to learn how her training on the court translates to her new endeavor as a business owner. This week, Million Dollar Mentor Jerry Akers continues his series on Live it to Win it with a segment called, "What’s your story?  What is driving you to consider Franchising or just owning your own business?" David Kajganich keeps us posted on his second round as a franchisee for the Joint Chiropractic, and in our Mentor Minute, Karen Kimsey-Sward adds her weekly tip. Don't forget to join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Do You Know the Real Pioneer of Modern Retail Franchising? Broadcast Date: January 6th , 2022 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST Do you know who the real pioneer of modern retail franchising is? It is not who you might think! Our guest today, author Jane Plitt, is on a mission to tell the story of Martha Matilda Harper, an indentured servant who pioneered the franchise model as we know it. Plitt, a pioneer in women's rights, herself, has been an award-winning business owner, an advocate for women, the first executive director of the National Organization for Women and an author and documentarian. This is a packed show you don't want to miss. Jerry Akers is starting a new series on his segment, and this week, he and Kristin will share an overview of weeks to come and the lessons Jerry has learned on his franchise journey. Based on his book, Live it 2 Own it, Jerry has tons of information to help you on your path! David Kajganich will continue his updates on his journey with the Joint Chiropractic - learn from him as he takes his second swing though the process. As always, join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program  

Birds and Biz with Paul Pickett and Patrick Findaro Broadcast Date: December 30 , 2021 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST Due to travel issues this epsiode was broadcast on December 31st This week the Pillars team takes a break, but never fear! We have two amazing interviews pre-recorded for you. First up, Paul Pickett, Chief Development Officer of Wild Birds Unlimited discuss the opportunities for business ownership in his popular franchise systems. Next up, Patrick Findaro talks all things data as the "Switzerland" of data collection. His firm offers unbiased facts for analyzing what franchise may be right for you. Tune in Thursday, December 30 at 4CT/5ET. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.  

The Power of Mentoring in Franchising Guest: Nancy Chorpenning, Founder and Executive Director, CEO School for Women Broadcast Date: December 23 , 2021 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. On the Million Dollar Mentor Segment this week Kristin Selmeczy will give another million dollar mentor tip that has driven success. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.

Floating Franchise Fosters Better Health and True REST Float Spa Broadcast Date: December 16th , 2021 Broadcast Time : 5:00p EST / 4:00p CST / 3:00p MST /2:00p PST On this week's show, we welcome Mandy Rowe of True REST Float Spa. This growing franchise offers a unique floating spa experience with benefits from better rest to reduce stress to pain management. Tune it to learn more about their business. In Word on the Street, Kristin and Elizabeth discuss Gen Z and how to use Twitter to reach them whether they are your current target of future customers.  Jerry will fill us in on a Recent McDonald's case in the appeals court and what the implications are for franchising in terms of joint employment issues.  David talks about this journey and a franchisee for The Joint Chiropractic and their unique way of doing things from site selection to opening. Join host Ray Pillar, Owner of Molly Maid Aurora-Naperville and co-host Kristin Selmeczy, Chief Business Warrior of Pillars of Franchising as they discuss how to be successful at finding a franchise, identifying funding solutions, the purchasing process, developing marketing strategies and expanding and selling your franchise. Listen live to new episodes on Thursdays at 4p central. Call in on Thursdays at 323-580-5755. Interested in buying a franchise? Join the Million Dollar Franchisee Mentor program Listen to past episodes. https://www.pillarsoffranchising.com.