The Franchise Hot Seat Podcast with Dr. John P. Hayes - Director, Titus Center for Franchising
Internationally recognized speaker, personal business coach and Amazon best-selling franchise author Dr. John Hayes offers an honest look at everything involved in researching, evaluating and purchasing a franchise business. On this podcast, Dr. John P Hayes interviews Franchisors, Franchisees, and has solo episodes giving valuable advice in the Franchise Industry. Since 1979, John Hayes has worked in the franchise community as a consultant, franchisee and franchisor. He’s one of an elite group worldwide that has actually owned and operated franchises, including serving as CEO of a major American franchisor company, and advised franchisors and franchisees. He is the author of several franchise-related books and countless articles that have appeared in media worldwide. Dr. Hayes has served for many years as an advisor to franchisors, franchisees and small business owners internationally. His areas of expertise include management development, marketing, customer service, training and strategic planning. He is the author or co-author of 18 non-fiction books including Franchising: The Inside Story, Start Small, Finish Big, You Can’t Teach A Kid To Ride A Bike At A Seminar, and most recently Buy “Hot” Franchises Without Getting Burned. Keywords: franchise tax board , chick fil a franchise , the franchise guy , best franchise to own , franchise business , buying a franchise , franchise opportunities , opening a franchise , owning a franchise
Episodes
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In this episode, we dig into the growing question a lot of people are asking: is a
traditional college degree still worth it? The conversation explores the gap between
classroom theory and the real-world skills employers actually need, and why more
students are looking for alternative paths as tuition rises and frustration grows.
Dr. John P. Hayes shares how the Titus Center for Franchising at Palm Beach Atlantic
Unive...
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John Hayes interviews Natalya Hummer from FinaTech Accounting and Advisors, who also owns three Crumble Cookie franchises, in this episode of the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. Natalya shares her experience as a CPA and her transition into the franchising world, highlighting the essential elements for franchisee success. They delve into the importance of comprehending business metrics, such as KPIs, and the difficulti...
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John Hayes interviews Deean Ferrone on the Franchise Hot Seat, discussing her journey from being a teacher to becoming a successful franchisee of Pigtails & Crewcuts, a children's hair salon chain. Ferrone's transition to business ownership was sparked by the difficulties of virtual teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. She and her husband conducted thorough research and due to fortunate circumstances, th...
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John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, interviews Shelly Sun Berkowitz, founder of
BrightStar Care, a leading healthcare franchising company with over 400 units.
Shelly discusses her transition from accounting to healthcare franchising, and her
strategic partnership with Peack Rock Capital. She stresses the importance of
choosing the right private equity partners and the value of supportive relationships
within the fra...
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John Hayes interviews Alex Smereczniak, the co-founder and CEO of Franzy, in the
Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. Alex presents Franzy as a comprehensive platform for
potential franchisees, likening it to 'Zillow for franchising.' The platform aggregates
vital data such as financials, consumer sentiments, and franchisee feedback. The
interview explores Alex's professional journey, from transforming a laundry s...
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John Hayes, a franchising professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University and host of the
Franchise Hot Seat Podcast, converses with Bob McCracken, an Air Force and Air
National Guard veteran and Hot Head Burritos franchisee. They delve into why
veterans make exceptional franchisees, highlighting the discipline, meticulousness,
and plan-following abilities honed during military service. They also discuss the
Veterans Transi...
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John Hayes, host of the Franchise Hot Seat, engages in a comprehensive discussion
with Schuyler "Rocky" Reidel, founder of the Reidel Law Firm, on various pressing
and contentious topics in the franchising industry. They emphasize the crucial role of
specialized legal advice in franchising, particularly during a government shutdown
that affects SBA loans. Rocky underscores the importance for franchisees to
com...
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John Hayes hosts Jack and Jill Johnson from Franchise Insiders on the Franchise Hot
Seat Podcast. The Johnsons' franchising journey began with Jack's father founding
Home Care Assistance after a franchise rejection, which evolved into a successful
family business. As franchise consultants, they guide others through the complex
franchising world. Key topics include the necessity of thoroughly evaluating
franchi...
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John Hayes, in the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast, underscores the significance of
matching employees with roles that complement their strengths to enhance
productivity and avoid disengagement. He references studies from Gallup and the
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) that reveal a large number of
employees feeling underutilized and the substantial economic impact of
disengaged workers. Monica Feid, COO of Thund...
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John Hayes interviews Kristopher Stuart, Chief Information Officer of Blooming
Blinds, on the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. Stuart shares his accidental entry into
franchising while seeking improved business opportunities. He traces the growth of
Blooming Blinds from a family-owned retail business to a thriving franchise with 86
franchisees across 158 territories. Stuart discusses the pros and cons of running a
family bus...
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John Hayes interviews Mary Thompson, CEO of BNI and chair of the International
Franchise Association's Board of Directors, who shares her journey from the Marine
Corps to franchising via a company called Cookies by Design. Thompson highlights
the importance of franchising in developing her business skills and its
transformative impact on her career. She discusses her career progression, including
roles at Mr. Roote...
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John Hayes, host of the Franchise Hot Seat Podcast, interviews Jack Monson, Chief
Growth Officer at Thunder Lee Marketing and host of the Social Geek podcast. They
delve into Monson's marketing and client acquisition roles, his franchising journey,
and the significance of fostering enduring relationships in the franchise sector. The
discussion encompasses effective marketing tactics, the use of social media
platfor...
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John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, engages in a detailed discussion with Alaina
B. Karsten from McDonald Hopkins, a professional with significant experience in
advising franchisors and franchisees and handling litigation. The conversation
revolves around the intricacies and potential risks associated with franchising,
underlining the necessity of carefully examining franchise agreements and fully
comprehending the ...
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John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, interviews former TV news reporter John
Brice, who transitioned into a successful franchisee and is now preparing to become
a franchisor. Brice's introduction to franchising came through a family friend who
owned a McDonald's franchise. This sparked his interest and led him to owning eight
McDonald's restaurants. He later became an area developer for Firehouse Subs ...
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John Hayes, host of Franchise Hot Seat, interviews Shay Kleinschmidt, Vice President
of Funding at Fran Fund, a company based in Fort Worth, Texas, that provides
funding solutions to franchisees nationwide. Kleinschmidt discusses the changing
franchising landscape, stressing the importance of early and tailored funding
strategies. She also highlights the role of AI in enhancing lending processes,
including a lender matc...
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John Hayes interviews Alesia Visconti on Franchise Hot Seat, where she discusses
her transition from corporate America to franchising, a move sparked by
disillusionment. Visconti, owner of Fran Serve and author of 'The Pink Tsunami:
Women's Rise in Franchising', highlights the lack of awareness about franchising
opportunities, especially for women. She underscores the variety of roles within
franchising, ...
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Anthony Bambino, the founder and CEO of 3Natives, shares his journey from a
traveling salesman to the owner of a successful acai cafe franchise in Florida on the
Franchise Hot Seat. He discusses the transformation of 3Natives from a single juice
bar to a rapidly expanding franchise with 48 stores and more under development.
Bambino talks about his experiences with franchising, the initial struggles, the
significance of ...
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John Hayes interviews Madalina Iordache, founder of Bright Pink Agency, on the
Franchise Hot Seat Podcast. They explore Iordache's transition from Romania to the
United States, her journalism career, and her shift into the franchising industry.
Iordache recounts her initial experiences in the U.S., her introduction to the
franchising industry in 2008, and her substantial contributions to brands such as
Puro Clean. ...
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Dr. John Hayes interviews Larry Strain, Chief Development Officer of Retro Fitness, in
the Franchise Hot Seat episode, discussing the complexities of real estate in retail
franchising. Larry shares his three-decade experience in retail development,
highlighting the changes brought about by e-commerce giants like Amazon. He
underscores the growing significance of service-based retailers, particularly fitness
centers, and...
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In this episode of the Franchise Hot Seat, host John Hayes interviews Fred Fry, Vice
President of Franchise Development for 16 Handles. Fred shares his career journey
from banking and finance to the franchise industry, highlighting how he discovered
franchising through a friend at church after relocating to Texas. He previously
worked with HTO and Shipley Donuts, where he played key roles in their significant
growth. Th...
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