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Franchise Firefighting Fatigue? You're Not Alone — And You’re Not Stuck

John Francis on Apr 21, 2025 3:32:47 PM

There’s a moment in nearly every franchisor’s journey when the dream starts to feel like a burden. Growth is happening, the brand is expanding, but the founder? Burned out. Frustrated. Wondering if this is really what they signed up for.

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Not a Know-It-All—A Share-It-All: Why Franchise Executives Work with Me

John Francis on Mar 19, 2025 6:10:48 PM

After decades in franchising, I’ve learned that success isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about sharing what you’ve learned and asking the right questions. I don’t claim to know it all, but if you’re facing a challenge in your franchise system, chances are, I’ve seen it, lived it, or helped someone else navigate it.

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The Franchisor’s Dilemma – Getting the Most Out of What You Already Have

John Francis on Feb 19, 2025 3:41:37 PM

As a franchisor, you’ve invested countless hours and resources into building the systems your franchisees need to succeed—training programs, vendor partnerships, technology platforms, and operational tools. But too often, you hit a frustrating roadblock: those carefully built resources aren’t being used to their full potential.

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Feeling Stuck in Your Franchise? Here’s How to Break Free

John Francis on Jan 20, 2025 8:05:28 AM

Running a franchise can be one of the most rewarding ventures, but it doesn’t always live up to the dream. If you’re feeling stuck, frustrated, or seeing a decline in results, you’re not alone. I’m Johnny Franchise, and I’ve been where you are. Over the years, I’ve helped franchisees and franchisors turn challenges into success, and I can help you too.

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The Story Behind Johnny Franchise and My Passion for Franchising

John Francis on Dec 17, 2024 7:00:00 PM

As December rolls in, I find it’s the perfect time for reflection and gratitude. This year, I’ve realized that while many people know of me, they may not know the whole story—who I am, where I come from, and most importantly, why I do what I do. So, I’d like to share a little more about myself and my passion for franchising.

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I Hate Salon Equipment (But Here’s Why I’m Grateful for It)

John Francis on Nov 19, 2024 11:05:01 AM

A friend recently shared how tough times at their business led to closing stores and filling dumpsters with equipment. It reminded me of my early days in our family business, where I spent countless hours moving old salon equipment. As a young executive, I was often the low man on the totem pole, tasked with dirty, grueling work that felt endless. Back then, I didn’t enjoy it—in fact, I downright hated it. But looking back, those experiences taught me lessons I’ll never forget.

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Franchise Springboard 2024 - A Fun Event to Participate

John Francis on Oct 22, 2024 10:00:00 AM

This September, I had the privilege of attending the 12th annual Springboard Franchise Conference in Philadelphia, and what an event it was!

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The Hidden Value of ZorForum: Avoiding Mistakes Before They Happen

John Francis on Sep 17, 2024 9:00:00 AM

 

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3 Ways to Sell to a Franchisor

John Francis on Aug 22, 2024 9:50:24 AM

 

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Who Keeps You Honest?

John Francis on Jul 24, 2024 10:30:00 AM

 

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About the Franchise Expert

 

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John Francis is an enthusiastic, engaging business advisor and an entertaining public speaker for franchise brands because he speaks from experience and from the heart. Franchising is in his blood; his parents were true pioneers in the industry, turning their family haircutting business into a 1,000-salon franchise empire. He has been both a franchisee and a franchisor, giving him a deep understanding of the challenges each group faces. Engage John as an advisor or to speak at your event, and you and your franchisees will learn to view your business in new, positive, and profitable ways.

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