Navigating the Franchise Landscape: Tips and Trends with Jon Ostenson
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In this episode of the Starter Girlz podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Jon Ostenson, a top 1% national franchise broker and CEO of FranBridge Consulting. Specializing in non-food franchising, Jon discusses his transition from the corporate world to franchising, his passion for helping others achieve business ownership, and the diverse array of franchise opportunities available beyond the food industry. They cover the process of identifying suitable franchise opportunities, the importance of following systems, and the unique benefits of franchising, including tax advantages and built-in support networks. Jon also shares insights into overcoming challenges in franchising and the rewarding aspects of his work. Tune in to learn how franchising might be the right path to business ownership for you.
To learn more about Jon and his work, go to https://franbridgeconsulting.com/.
Chapters
1. Introduction to Starter Girlz Podcast (00:00:00)
2. Meet Our Sponsor: Walt Mills Productions (00:01:10)
3. Introducing Our Guest: Jon Ostenson (00:02:12)
4. Understanding Franchising with Jon Ostenson (00:02:56)
5. Exploring Non-Food Franchise Opportunities (00:08:11)
6. The Process of Finding the Right Franchise (00:12:37)
7. Challenges in Franchising (00:16:06)
8. Navigating Business Partnerships (00:17:29)
9. The Role of Accountability in Franchising (00:18:01)
10. Coaching Entrepreneurs: Overcoming Obstacles (00:18:26)
11. Tax Benefits for Business Owners (00:20:29)
12. The Joy of Helping Others (00:21:58)
13. Exploring Diverse Entrepreneurial Journeys (00:23:07)
14. Real Estate and Franchising Synergy (00:26:07)
15. The Challenges and Rewards of Writing a Book (00:26:44)
16. Lessons Learned from Corporate to Entrepreneurship (00:28:28)
17. Encouragement for Aspiring Franchise Owners (00:32:01)
18. Final Thoughts and Farewell (00:33:10)
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