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EPISODE · Jan 22, 2026 · 34 MIN

How Eric Martin Went from 9–5 Jobs to Owning a Golf Simulator Business

from How I Franchised This · host Franzy

Eric Martin shares his journey from working sales jobs to becoming a franchise owner in the golf simulator industry. In this episode, he breaks down how he searched for business opportunities, why franchising made sense for him, and how working with Franzy helped him find and evaluate the right business. He also shares how he convinced his dad to invest and what it was really like signing a franchise agreement. If you’re thinking about business ownership, franchising, or leaving your 9–5, this episode offers a real, honest look at the process.   Check out Franzy at franzy.com 

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