May 29, 2024

Unveiling the Secrets of Franchising: A Roadmap to Success

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Hey there, fellow dealmakers!

It's your host, Josh, from The Deal Scout podcast, and I've got some exciting news to share in our latest newsletter. I recently sat down with the incredible Ewell, a mastermind in the franchising world and a fellow podcast aficionado. We dove deep into the franchise universe, and trust me, this is an episode you won't want to miss!

🚀 Franchising Demystified: Ever thought franchising was just about flipping burgers? Think again! Ewell and I busted some of the biggest myths and showed that there's a whole world of opportunities out there.

📘 Expert Guidance at Your Fingertips: Ewell, the author of "Your First Franchise Roadmap," shared golden nuggets of wisdom for all you first-timers eager to make your mark in the franchising industry.

🌐 Beyond the Bun: We explored the vast landscape of franchise options that go way beyond the food industry. Get ready to have your mind expanded and your entrepreneurial spirit ignited!

🔍 Find Your Franchise Fit: Curious about where to grab a copy of Ewell's book or tune into his podcast? We've got all the details you need to continue your franchising journey.

I'm thrilled to bring you this conversation packed with insights, ideas, and a few surprises along the way. So, if you're ready to explore the franchising frontier, make sure to tune into this latest episode of The Deal Scout podcast. Your adventure awaits!

Stay curious and keep scouting for those deals, Josh

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Ewell Smith

Author - Franchise Consultant

Ewell Smith is the host of the Your First Franchise Podcast, where he interviews franchisors and industry leaders. As a franchise consultant, he specializes in matching career professionals, corporate refugees, and Veterans with their first franchise. His latest book, Your First Franchise Roadmap, is available on Amazon.

With 17 years of experience leading major business trade associations, Ewell has represented and consulted with thousands of business owners.

Along that journey, he served as the Executive Director of the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board for nearly 13 years, leading the industry through challenges like Hurricane Katrina and the BP Oil Spill while also helping countless businesses flourish marketing billions in seafood sales.

Through his journey, Ewell has learned two crucial lessons: life is too short to stay in a job you loathe, and community support is invaluable in both good times and bad. He believes strongly in entrepreneurship through franchising, where like-minded individuals support each other to succeed.

Ewell also hosts the CloseTheDeal.com Podcast, where he interviews entrepreneurs and franchisors. With his wealth of experiences, he remains a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship through franchising

To get a free copy of the book, visit https://www.yourfirstfranchise.com/roadmap.

If you prefer a paperback version, NOTE - you will be helping a terrific cause as 100% of the profits will benefit Make A Wish.

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