From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying
From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying
Podcast Description
Franchise Business Review is the trusted, independent source for franchise research. Join FBR President and COO Michelle Rowan as she demystifies the franchise buying process. From funding to franchisee satisfaction, she covers everything you need to know about buying and running a successful franchise. Michelle’s not going it alone, either. With 20 years in market research, Franchise Business Review has insights from hundreds of thousands of franchise owners to uncover the highest-rated brands.
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The podcast covers various topics related to franchising, including franchise myths, foundational knowledge about franchising, and personal stories from industry experts. For example, episodes explore the economic impact of franchising, the intricacies of franchise agreements, and common misconceptions about passive income, providing listeners with actionable insights into the franchise landscape.

Franchise Business Review is the trusted, independent source for franchise research. Join FBR President and COO Michelle Rowan as she demystifies the franchise buying process. From funding to franchisee satisfaction, she covers everything you need to know about buying and running a successful franchise. Michelle’s not going it alone, either. With 20 years in market research, Franchise Business Review has insights from hundreds of thousands of franchise owners to uncover the highest-rated brands.
Host: Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review
Guest: Mark Jameson, Franchise Development Officer, Propelled Brands
Summary
Thinking about buying a franchise in today’s market? Before you invest, learn how to identify franchise models designed to withstand economic volatility. Michelle Rowan and franchise executive Mark Jameson break down the traits of recession-resistant franchise systems, the questions candidates should ask during due diligence, and how strong franchisors support owners through uncertainty.
*Propelled Brands did NOT sponsor this episode. But their brand, FASTSIGNS, does appear on our Recession-Resistant Franchises list and is worth checking out.
Resources
- List: Top Recession-Resistant Franchises (according to survey data)
- Read: Starting a Business in a Recession? Five Things You Need To Know
- Read: Best Recession-Resistant Business to Invest In
- Watch: A Thriving Family FASTSIGNS Business (great discussion about how they adjusted during Covid)
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