Franchise Your Business

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If you’ve been wondering how to franchise your business or how to take your franchise company to the next level then this podcast is for you. My name is Dr. Tom DuFore, CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, and I’ve helping business leaders expand through franchising since 2003. I have personally advised more than 600 clients and thousands of small business owners and entrepreneurs on franchising. I have seen and learned a lot during that time, and I will be sharing tips and tidbits about franchising your business and building a successful, long lasting, franchise company. Our podcast is designed for the business owner looking to franchise their business, the growing franchisor, and for the seasoned franchise leader who is looking to keep up with current franchise trends. We will be sharing relevant information and news to educate you about the who, what, where, when, why, and how to franchise a business and how to grow and sustain a franchised company. Our intention is to share frequent, jam packed episodes with useful and practical information to guide you on your franchise journey. Welcome to the Franchise Your Business Podcast!

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October 23, 202628 min

The Small Business Healthcare Challenge: Exploring Better Options

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on October 23rd, 2026, starting at around 1:00 PM Eastern Time USA. This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we were joined by Sven Jensen, Founder and CEO of Pro-Tier, a flexible employee benefits platform built for small businesses. During the webinar, Sven discussed challenges within the U.S. healthcare system, the burden traditional benefits solutions place on small businesses and their employees, and how Pro-Tier offers a more flexible approach to employee benefits. He also shared why Pro-Tier was created, the types of businesses it is best suited for, and how much it costs. Connect with Pro-Tier LinkedIn: Pro-Tier X: @Pro_Tier Facebook: Pro-Tier Benefits Instagram: @protierbenefits Ready to talk about franchising your business or get help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: Big Sky Franchise Team This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

October 2, 202626 min

Franchise Broker Data That Matters with Steven Inglefield

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on October 2nd, 2026, starting at around 1:00 PM Eastern Time USA. This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we were joined by Steven Inglefield, founder of The Consultant Exchange (TCX), a platform that connects franchise consultants with franchisor brands. During the webinar, Steven shared practical insights from the Franchise Consulting Index, the largest independent study of franchise consultants ever conducted. He discussed who’s closing franchise deals and what the data reveals about the consultant-franchisor relationship, including how franchisors can strengthen relationships with consultants, improve responsiveness, and attract more qualified candidates. Connect with Steven Inglefield LinkedIn: Steven Inglefield The Consultant Exchange (TCX): TCX on LinkedIn Ready to talk about franchising your business or get help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: Big Sky Franchise Team This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

September 11, 202629 min

The Frictionless Franchise With Prakash Iyer

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on September 11th, 2026, starting at around 1:00 PM Eastern Time USA. This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we were joined by Prakash Iyer, CPA and President of USFRANCHISECPA.COM. With over 25 years of experience, Prakash helps franchisors and franchisees streamline financial operations and build scalable systems for long-term success. During the webinar, he shared practical strategies for improving compliance, financial reporting, royalty collection, and operational efficiency to help franchise systems grow more profitably. Connect with Prakash Iyer Website: http://www.usfranchisecpa.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/usfranchisecpa / Ready to talk about franchising your business or get help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

August 28, 202627 min

Start Supply Planning Before You Sell Franchises With Lee Plotkin

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on August 28th, 2026, starting at around 1:00 PM Eastern Time USA. This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we were joined by Lee Plotkin, President of L.P. Enterprises, Inc. (LPE). Since 2001, Lee has helped restaurant groups build stronger purchasing and supply chain systems that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and support sustainable growth. Through decades of experience, he has worked with businesses to create the operational foundation needed to scale successfully. In this session, Lee shared why supply chain planning should begin before franchise expansion, how to build supplier and distributor relationships that grow with your business, and why a strong purchasing infrastructure creates a competitive advantage for both franchisors and franchisees. Connect with Lee Plotkin: Website: https://www.leeplotkin.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-plotkin-2a27a96 LP Enterprises on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lp-enterprises-inc Ready to talk about franchising your business or get help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

August 21, 202638 min

How a Connected POS Turns Franchise Sales Data Into Strategy With Bryan Clark

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on August 21st 2026, starting at around 1:00 PM Eastern Time USA. This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we were joined by Bryan Clark, President of CentriSoft. Bryan helps businesses and emerging franchise brands streamline their operations by connecting CRM, POS, payments, marketing, and customer communication into one scalable system. As both a technology leader and business owner, he brought practical insights into building businesses that are ready to grow. In this session, Bryan shared how integrated systems can simplify operations, improve the customer experience, and help businesses build the repeatable processes needed to scale successfully. Exclusive Offer for Big Sky Clients: CentriPOS is providing Big Sky clients with an exclusive 20% lifetime discount . Learn more and claim the offer here: https://centripos.com/bigsky/ Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

July 17, 202629 min

Franchise Sales Trends That Matter Now

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on July 17, 2026, starting at around 1:45 PM Eastern Time USA. Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your Success podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/multiply-your-success-with-dr-tom-dufore/id1518562762 Subscribe to our Franchise Your Business podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-your-business/id1578524542 Get found in AI searches with: www.SkyBoundStrategies.com . Subscribe to our YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@bigskyfranchiseteam3523 Links from the episode are here: ISM® PMI® Reports https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/pmi/hotdm202606pmi.pdf https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/nmi/wtidrob202606svcs.pdf https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/unemployment-rate https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/inflation-cpi https://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/files/chicsr.pdf https://vistage.com/vistage-ceo-confidence-index/ https://www.uschamber.com/small-business/small-business-index-q2-2026/current-challenges https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html https://www.franchiseinsights.com/small-business-startup-sentiment-index/startup-sentiment-softens-again-in-june/ https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-prospects/the-top-three-sources-of-franchise-funding-according-to-todays-prospects/ https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-development/work-schedule-flexibility-tops-cost-of-entry-in-recent-polls-of-franchise-prospect-preferences/ https://www.franchiseinsights.com/top-ten-business-opportunity-categories/ This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

May 26, 20261 min

10-Year Anniversary Thank You

This is a 10-Year Anniversary thank you from our founder and CEO, Tom DuFore. Thank you for being a part of our story for the last 10-years. We look forward to what the future holds for the next 10-years. This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

May 22, 202622 min

Franchise Sales Data and Franchise Marketing Data - May 2026

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on May 22, 2026, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA. Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your Success podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/multiply-your-success-with-dr-tom-dufore/id1518562762 Subscribe to our Franchise Your Business podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-your-business/id1578524542 Get found in AI searches with: www.SkyBoundStrategies.com . Subscribe to our YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@bigskyfranchiseteam3523 Links from the episode are here: ISM® PMI® Reports f3dz202604pmi.pdf capdrob202604svcs.pdf United States Unemployment Rate United States Inflation Rate chicsr.pdf Business Formation Statistics Press Release Startup Sentiment Rebound Continues for a Third Month Learnings From Google and Meta Earnings for Franchise Lead Generation How AI is Changing Consumer Search Behavior Top Ten Business Opportunity Categories https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_all-time_Major_League_Baseball_win%E2%80%93loss_records This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

April 27, 202622 min

Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends April 2026

This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on April 24th, 2026, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA. Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ Subscribe to our Multiply Your Success podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/multiply-your-success-with-dr-tom-dufore/id1518562762 Subscribe to our Franchise Your Business podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-your-business/id1578524542 Subscribe to our YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@bigskyfranchiseteam3523 Links from the episode are here: ISM® PMI® Reports iw4r202603pmi.pdf hrmzrob202603svcs.pdf United States Unemployment Rate United States Inflation Rate chicsh.pdf Two Thirds of Franchise Prospects Say AI Impacts Their Interest in Business Ownership Franchise Development Prospects Believe They Possess The Strengths To Own Their Own Franchises Solutions to the Enigma of Failed Initial Contact With Prospects Small Business Startup Sentiment Rebounds for Second Month Business Formation Statistics Press Release Top Ten Business Opportunity Categories This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...

April 20, 202628 min

Beyond Training: Using Monthly Masterminds to Drive Franchisee Growth

This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we’re joined by Paul Masters, Founder of Perissos Leadership Coaching and Master Franchisee and CEO of Anago of Atlanta. Since acquiring Anago of Atlanta in 2017, Paul has driven consistent growth and earned Top 10 Performer recognition within the franchise system. As an executive coach, he works closely with franchise leaders to strengthen strategy, accountability, and execution, helping them build scalable and profitable businesses. In this session, Paul shares how structured monthly masterminds can reduce franchisee isolation, improve consistency across systems, and accelerate performance through peer learning and strategic dialogue. This was a live recording on April 17, 2026 at approximately 1:00 PM Eastern USA. Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call Subscribe to our other podcast: Multiply Your Success: https://www.multiplyyoursuccesspodcast.com/ Subscribe to our other podcast: Franchise Your Business: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Ff8rTBR1Oykv4dIOOBdhn Learn more about our guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulmastersatlanta/ This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ . The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly ...