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Franchise Fit Podcast
Welcome to the Franchise Fit Podcast, formerly known as Eye On Franchising! Same powerful stories — new name and focus. We help you find the right franchise fit so you can build wealth, freedom, and legacy through business ownership....I am your host - Lance Graulich ! I have spent over 30 years in the franchise industry... I am a Franchise broker. I have been a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee, president of franchise advisory Councils, and I have even created my own brands and sold them. Are…
Episodes
Franchise Fit PodcastThe Future of Franchising Is Here: David Owasi on AI That Never Misses a Call
Missed calls = missed money. 💸 Most franchises & home service businesses lose thousands every year because no one answers the phone. Chatbots can’t fix that…
Franchise Fit PodcastPool Cleaning to Profits: Mark Amery’s Puddle Pools Franchise Success Story
It’s Eye on Franchising Friday with your host, Lance Graulich! Today, I’m diving in with Mark Amery, Founder & CEO of Puddle Pools, the fast-growing pool…
Franchise Fit PodcastFrom Marine to Multi-Territory Franchise Owner: Matthew Sarkela’s Dryer Vent Wizard Success Story
Welcome to Franchise Envy, the series where I talk to happy, successful franchise owners living their dream life. In this episode, meet Matthew Sarkela — US…
Franchise Fit PodcastHow to Build a Multi-Million Dollar Roofing Business with ZERO Experience | Jason Santee, Storm Guard
Is roofing the most overlooked 7-figure franchise? Jason Santee, Executive Vice President from Storm Guard Roofing & Construction, joins Lance to reveal why…
Franchise Fit Podcast7- Figure Home Based Outsourcing Franchise? Hear Nicole's DOXA Talent Story
Welcome to Franchise Envy Wednesday! Today’s episode features the powerhouse HR executive turned franchisee, Nicole Smith of DOXA Talent — a remote…
Franchise Fit PodcastThe Tesla of Franchising? Meet Daisy, the Smart Home Tech Franchise Taking Over!
Franchise Tech Disruptor Alert! Welcome to Eye on Franchising Friday, where today’s guest is pioneering the smart home revolution through franchising and…
Franchise Fit Podcast3 Million In Revenue This Year & Net 1 million dollars With His Gotcha Covered Franchises- Here Jon's story
Looking for a low-overhead franchise with high profit margins? Wondering how to scale a business fast — even in a pandemic? In this episode of Franchise Envy…
Franchise Fit PodcastRush Bowls CEO Reveals How to Build a Healthy Fast Food Franchise That Actually Works
In this powerful episode of Eye On Franchising, I sit down with Andrew Pudalov, the Founder & CEO of Rush Bowls, a booming fast-casual franchise redefining…
Franchise Fit PodcastHow a Mother-Daughter Team Built a 7 Figure Kitchen & Bath Tune-Up Franchise
Thinking about buying a franchise? Wondering how much you can really make? Or if you can run it with family? This Eye on Franchising Podcast episode is a…
Franchise Fit PodcastSuccess on the Spectrum: The Franchise Built From a Mother’s Pain and Purpose - The Nichole Daher Story
In today’s inspiring episode, we meet Nichole Daher, the incredible founder of Success On The Spectrum (SOS Franchising) — the first autism services franchise…
Franchise Fit PodcastHow Former School Teachers Built a 4 Million Dollar a Year Assisting Hands Home Care Franchise
Every Wednesday, I talk to real franchisees sharing their real stories—and today’s guest is phenomenal. Meet Brittany McCleary, Assisting Hands Home Care…
Franchise Fit PodcastThe “Unsexy” Thrift Store Franchises Making Millions: Uptown Cheapskate & Kid to Kid
🔥 Ready to learn how two brothers turned "unsexy" resale into a $50 billion industry franchise opportunity? In this episode of Eye on Franchising, I'm joined…
Franchise Fit PodcastAlphaGraphics Franchise Owner Tells All: Startup Costs, Profit, Lessons (13+ Years Experience)
In this episode, we sit down with Sam Reed, an AlphaGraphics franchisee in Irving, Texas with over 13 years in the system. Sam went from a 26-year PepsiCo…
Franchise Fit PodcastInside Roof Scientist: Michael Wagner On Building A Roofing Franchise Empire
Ready to own a recession-resistant home services business? Today on Eye on Franchising, I talk to Michael Wagner, President of Roof Scientist, part of…
Franchise Fit PodcastFormer Cincinnati Bengal Shares His Franchise Journey with Pink Zebra Moving!
In this episode, I sit down with Drue Chrisman, a former professional athlete turned Pink Zebra Moving franchise owner. Drue owns three territories in the…
Franchise Fit PodcastShe Changed the Spray Tanning Game Forever / goGLOW Franchise Story
Ready for a glo-up in business and beauty? 💫 In this episode of Eye on Franchising, meet Melanie Richards, the CEO & founder of goGLOW, the fastest-growing…
Franchise Fit PodcastHe Owns 3 Barbershops… and He’s NOT a Barber! | ManCave for Men
Imagine going from a 9–5 job to running three barbershop franchises… without ever holding a pair of clippers. 💈 That’s the story of Ibrahim, a first-time…
Franchise Fit PodcastShip Happens: Speedy Freight Brings U.K. Logistics Franchise to U.S.
Ready to launch a home-based business in 2025? Speedy Freight is the new U.K. franchise shaking up the U.S. logistics market — and it’s built for entrepreneurs…
Franchise Fit PodcastCan You Really Run a $2M Lawn Business Without Showing Up? Yes.
Can you really run a $2 million business WITHOUT being there every day? John Garretson says YES—and he proves it with Lawn Squad. In this episode of Franchise…
Franchise Fit PodcastThis Franchise Turns Holiday Lights into a 7-Figure Business
In this episode of Eye on Franchising, I sit down with Brian Garrison, President of Wonderly Lights and powerhouse executive at Buzz Franchise Brands (Mosquito…
Franchise Fit PodcastFrom Startups To Franchising: Evan's Big Business Pivot to Mr. Electric!
In this episode of Franchise Envy, I sit down with Evan Dimov , the powerhouse behind Mr. Electric of Orlando, who went from getting shocked (literally) to…
Franchise Fit PodcastNavigating Insurance Claims With The First Public Adjusting Franchise- Ted Patestos CEO
I sat down with Ted Patestos — the founder of Tiger Adjusters, the first public adjusting franchise in the nation. From a $2.3M marijuana grow facility claim…
Franchise Fit PodcastFrom Fashion to Fly Traps: Her Wild Franchise Journey
This episode of Franchise Envy dives deep into: The risks of betting on yourself with $175K from a 401(k) Crushing burnout & how Kim almost sold everything The…
Franchise Fit PodcastWood Fired Pizza + Food Trucks = The Hottest Franchise in America?
Wood-fired flavor meets franchise domination. In this episode of Franchise Envy, Lance Graulich talks with Calvin Freatman (CEO) and Thomas Reinhard (CFO &…
Franchise Fit PodcastWhy Do People Choose Certain Franchises- Top 8 Reasons Why!
In this solo episode, I’m diving into a question I get asked all the time: "Why do people pick that franchise?" After speaking with hundreds of franchisees…
Franchise Fit Podcast200+ Podcasts Later- How To Be A Successful Franchise Business Owner - 10 Tips
Welcome to a solo masterclass with me, Lance Graulich—host of Eye On Franchising and a franchise broker who's helped hundreds escape the 9-to-5 with the right…
Franchise Fit PodcastHe Went from Theater to Thriving Franchise Owner?! | Painting With a Twist Success Story
In this laugh-out-loud and insight-packed episode of Franchise Envy, host Lance Graulich sits down with Brian Posen, a professional performer turned thriving…
Franchise Fit PodcastM&A, Multiples & Money: Patrick Galleher Breaks Down Franchise Investing
📌 Learn why franchises are now recession-proof, COVID-proof, and even tariff-proof investment vehicles—and what that means for the future of small business…
Franchise Fit PodcastTop 7 Reasons Why Moms Make Incredible Business Owners
In honor of Mother’s Day, we’re diving into the powerful role that mothers play in business ownership—especially in the world of franchising. 👉 From the front…
Franchise Fit Podcast$1M in Year 1?! Why Franchises Crush Business Acquisitions | Colt Florence Reveals All
Ready to skip the struggle and build wealth FAST? I sit down with Colt Florence, SVP of Franchise Development at Five Star Franchising, to reveal: ✅ Why buying…
Franchise Fit PodcastWealth Manager to the Flooring Business- Hear Brad Hawkins' Story
I’m sitting down with Brad Hawkins, a franchisee with Floor Coverings International who went from private wealth management to owning a $2 million+…
Franchise Fit PodcastHow to Keep More Money When You Sell Your Business | Franchise Exit & Wealth Planning Secrets
I sat down in person at the IFA (International Franchise Association) with my friend and fraternity brother Dan Axelrod, VP and Wealth Advisor at Bernstein…
Franchise Fit PodcastWhat The Best Franchise Owners Know(That You Might Not)
Controversial Topic: Can you build a franchise business as a side hustle? Real Talk: Does passion even matter when choosing the right franchise? Franchise…
Franchise Fit PodcastScaling Smart with A PEO
Most franchisors don’t even know what a PEO is—yet they’re missing out on MASSIVE savings, HR support, and protection from liability. In this powerful live…
Franchise Fit PodcastFrom Coffee Shop Dream To Restoration Queen-Hear Nina's Story
Welcome back to Franchise Envy! In this episode, I sit down with powerhouse franchisee Nina Hunter from Sarasota, Florida, who launched Voda Cleaning &…
Franchise Fit PodcastMops, Millions & Master Franchising: CEO Doug Flaig Tells How Award Winning Stratus Is "Cleaning Up"
Live from the International Franchise Association, Lance Graulich sits down with Doug Flaig, CEO of Stratus Building Solutions, to unpack one of the most…
Franchise Fit PodcastHelping Seniors & Building Wealth - The Franchise Blueprint That Changed Adam's Life
Meet Mr. Long Island himself — Adam Flattau — the Franchise Business Review Rock Star of the Year, and a powerhouse Senior Care Authority franchisee who's…
Franchise Fit PodcastThink Your Business Is Franchise-Worthy? Watch This First!
In this power-packed in-person episode of Eye on Franchising, I sit down with Chris Connor, Founder & CEO of FMS Franchise Marketing Systems, and one of the…
Franchise Fit PodcastWhy These Sisters Bet on Conserva Irrigation- and it Paid Off💰!
Welcome back to another episode of Franchise Envy! I’m your host, Lance Graulich, and today I’m joined by powerhouse duo Dawn and Pam—sisters, business…
Franchise Fit PodcastRolling Suds CEO: How We Became #1 in Power Washing (And Why We’re Not Done)
Get ready for a powerhouse episode of Eye On Franchising! We’re live at the International Franchise Association Conference in Las Vegas with the one and only…
Franchise Fit PodcastFrom Lawyer & Therapist to Popsicle Powerhouses | Frios Pops Success Story
What do a former lawyer and a trauma therapist have in common? A sweet dream and a tie-dye van full of gourmet popsicles. Meet Amanda and Rob Kumor…
Franchise Fit PodcastHear Why You Should Join Milex, Mr. Transmission &/or Turbo Tint Franchises From Their President Pete Baldine
Pete Baldine Unveils 40 Years of Wisdom | Moran Family of Brands Interview at IFA Las Vegas 🚀 In this unforgettable in-person interview at the International…
Franchise Fit PodcastWhy Apex Leadership Is the Franchise That's Changing Lives( and Wallets)
In this powerful episode of Franchise Envy, I sit down with Kevin Lewis, a former restaurant executive turned top-performing Apex Leadership Co. franchisee in…
Franchise Fit PodcastNET Income of $900K in High-End Painting: The "Lime Way" of Franchising
Welcome to a game-changing episode of Eye On Franchising – coming to you straight from the International Franchise Association (IFA) Conference in Las Vegas!…
Franchise Fit PodcastCertaPro Did Over $700 Million Last Year: Franchisee Richard Webber 🏆 Wins—Hear How He Did It
🎉 LIVE from the IFA! Special Edition with CertaPro! 🎉 We’re back at the International Franchise Association (IFA) in a hotel suite, bringing you an exclusive…
Franchise Fit PodcastFranchising with Ford’s Garage: Burgers, Beer & Big Business!
Welcome to a special Eye On Franchising episode, recorded LIVE from the International Franchise Association (IFA) in Las Vegas! I’m joined by Dave Burgosa, VP…
Franchise Fit PodcastTop Rail Fence Franchisee of the Year Spills the Million-Dollar Secrets!
Franchise Envy: IFA Special Edition – Top Rail Fence’s Franchisee of the Year! 🏆🚀 Welcome to this special edition of Franchise Envy from the International…
Franchise Fit PodcastGet Fit & Get Rich! The Business of Strength Training Gets Personal
Is fitness franchising worth it? Can you ACTUALLY make money? What’s the REAL secret to weight loss? In this exclusive IFA special, I sit down with Luke…
Franchise Fit PodcastWhat’s “Cracking” in Franchising? Dr. Steve Nutty Tells All!
On this episode of Franchise Envy, we dive into the world of 100% Chiropractic with Dr. Steve Nutty, a thriving franchise owner who's been in the game for 14…
Franchise Fit PodcastLIVE from IFA: Home Helpers CEO Reveals Franchise Success Secrets!
How to Build a Thriving Home Care Franchise | Interview with Emma Dickison of Home Helpers We're LIVE from the International Franchise Association (IFA)…
Franchise Fit PodcastThis Owner Tells How to Be a Millionaire with a Restoration Franchise
Join us for an unfiltered, real-world conversation with Kyle Chiasson from Best Option Restoration as he shares his unconventional journey into franchising. At…
Franchise Fit PodcastA Virtual Business or Brick and Mortar Model with Top Owner Doing 40 Million a Year
In this episode of Eye On Franchising, host Lance Graulich sits down with Jack Werner (President of SignWorld) and Jeanne Boram (VP, Business Development of…
Franchise Fit PodcastHow This Couple Built a Fitness Franchise in Just 4 Months!
Ever wondered what it’s REALLY like to own a franchise? 💼 Meet Allen and Lauren Brewington, a powerhouse couple who went from corporate jobs to owning 2.5…
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Senior Care Placement- Most Profitable Franchise?
🚀 The #1 Secret to Franchise Success (Most People Get This Wrong!) 🚀 In this must-watch episode of Eye on Franchising, Lance Graulich sits down with Mark…
Franchise Fit PodcastStart Your Handyman Franchise Business! Here's How Joe Did It.
Welcome to another fantastic episode of Franchise Envy! Today, I’m sitting down with Joe Barendse, a successful franchisee of Ace Handyman Services, who’s…
Franchise Fit PodcastHiring & Recruiting Tips- This 5 Step Strategy Will Change Everything
Master Hiring with the DREAM Framework – Expert Insights with Andrea Hoffer 🎯 Finding and keeping great employees is a challenge for many business owners. But…
Franchise Fit PodcastSuccessfully Scaling Multiple Franchise Businesses In Different Industries
We welcome back multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee Jesse Kaiser, who shares his incredible journey through the world of franchising. 🚀 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN…
Franchise Fit PodcastThe Roadmap You Need to Start a Successful Home Inspection Business
Josh Spires, Vice President of HomeTeam Inspection Service, discusses the benefits and challenges of owning a home inspection franchise. Josh explains how the…
Franchise Fit PodcastSuccessful Dog Daycare Business Owner Shares How She Got Started
Hear how Leslie Bottesch became a Franchisee of Hounds Town. After retiring from a career in teaching and selling her school, she knew she wanted her next…
Franchise Fit PodcastHow To Successfully Start a Skincare Business Focused on Facials
Founder and CEO of Face Foundrie Michele Henry knew at a very young age she wanted to be an entrepreneur. Michele started PRIMP, a cheap chic boutique, and…