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Franchise Fit Podcast
by Lance Graulich
Welcome to the Franchise Fit Podcast, formerly known as Eye On Franchising!Same powerful stories — new name and focus. We help you find the right franchise fit so you can build wealth, freedom, and legacy through business ownership....I am your host - Lance Graulich !I have spent over 30 years in the franchise industry... I am a Franchise broker. I have been a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee, president of franchise advisory Councils, and I have even created my own brands and sold them. Are you one of the many people that want to be your own boss? If you are, then You are in the right place!We are your tour guide on the road to business ownership. Our services are absolutely FREE. Whether you are a 1st time boss or a serial entrepreneur, we can help you find your perfect franchise!Each week we will speak to fascinating folks from the world of franchising. Founders, funders and franchisees will share their journey to franchise success. Franchise tips will be revealed, Myths debun
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Inside AtWork: The Business of Making Millions Hiring People
What if one of the most overlooked business opportunities in America isn't a restaurant, retail store, or tech startup, but a staffing agency? Some AtWork franchise owners generate $40 million in annual revenue, and according to AtWork President and COO Jason Leverant, the opportunity goes far...
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Why Are Beauty & Wellness Franchises Booming?
What happens when the founder of a fast-growing lymphatic drainage franchise decides to reinvent the nail salon industry? With 160 The TOX locations awarded, Courtney Yeager and her team are betting that luxury nail care could become their next major beauty and wellness franchise opportunity. On...
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Buying a Business? Why I would Choose a Franchise Instead
Should you buy an existing business or buy a franchise? For first-time business owners, that decision can determine whether you're buying a proven system with support or inheriting problems you don't know exist. Ryan Parsons, CEO of Evive Brands and founder of The Brothers That Just Do Gutters,...
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How Contractors Get Found By AI In 2026
AI could replace the first 20 minutes of your home service sales process, and customers may soon expect to see HVAC pricing before they ever speak with your team. For years, home service companies have relied on the same formula: generate a lead, get the customer on the phone, schedule an...
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How One Truck Became a 60+ Location Wildlife Business
Can a wildlife control business really grow from one truck and a pager into 60+ locations across two countries? Bill Dowd did it, and some of his franchisees are now competing to break $2 million in annual revenue.
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How He Built 100+ Locations From One Preschool
Can a preschool become a million-dollar business, a real estate play, and a business that holds up during tough economies? Drew McWilliams explains how he built Ivybrook Academy and what he learned after roughly $500,000 in mistakes.
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How Scenthound Reinvented the Dog Grooming Business
How did a dog wellness business grow to 170 open locations while building recurring revenue around a problem most dog owners overlook? In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down with Tim Vogel, co-founder and CEO of Scenthound, to break down the business model behind…
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Why This Car Guy Bought Two Beauty Businesses
What happens when a successful automotive executive leaves the car business and jumps into body sculpting AND nails? In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down with Uli DiMartino, franchisee of The TOX and incoming franchisee of The Shade, to talk about his move from...
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How This Founder Built a $20 Million Dollar a Year Clean Air Business
A duct-cleaning franchise doing more than $2 million in annual revenue? Modern PURAIR founder Lane Martin explains how this overlooked home-service business scales. More than half of Modern PURAIR franchisees are generating over $1 million in revenue, according to the financial performance...
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He Built 400 Bath Remodel Territories So Far - Now He's Launching Flooring!
Can you own a franchise without quitting your job? Dean explains why “semi-absentee” shouldn’t mean handing the keys to a general manager and checking the bank account once a month. Owners still need to lead. The difference is that they don’t necessarily have to perform one of the major…
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The Hidden Business Behind Commercial Kitchens
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down with Jon Floyd, owner and operator of HOODZ, to talk about building a commercial kitchen cleaning franchise from the ground up. Jon’s path into the business started in an unexpected place: aboard U.S. Navy ships in 1997, where...
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Is a Kids Art Franchise Actually Profitable?
Can a kids art franchise become a profitable business while making a meaningful impact on families? Justin Nihiser explains how Kid Create Studio combines youth enrichment, community involvement, and a proven franchise system.
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5 Red Flags Before You Franchise Your Business
How do you franchise your business without weakening the company that made it successful? Brian Luciani explains the economics and founder mindset that separate scalable concepts from expensive mistakes. In this Franchise Fit Podcast episode, Lance Graulich sits down with Brian Luciani, Chief...
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Can You Own a Chess Franchise Without Chess Skills?
Can a youth enrichment franchise teach three-year-olds chess and produce strong unit economics without a storefront? Story Time Chess has built its business around that exact idea. In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, host Lance Graulich sits down with Jon Sieber, co-founder of Story…
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How to Build a Semi-Absentee Home Service Franchise
Home service franchise ownership can look passive from the outside. Alex Filipuk explains why semi-absentee ownership only works when capital, cash flow, time, and operational complexity support the owner’s expectations. Can a Siding Franchise Become Semi-Absentee? Lance Graulich sits down with...
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Inside One of America's Biggest Staffing Companies
Can you build a multimillion-dollar staffing franchise without recruiting or HR experience? Melissa Davis explains why sales ability, people skills, and operational commitment matter more than an industry résumé. Melissa Davis, Vice President of Franchising for Express Employment Professionals,...
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Why Tech Executives Are Choosing Home Care Brands Like Caring Senior Service
Lance Graulich sits down with Del Salinas, Director of Franchise Development at Caring Senior Service, to explain how a non-medical home care franchise works and why demand is growing as more seniors choose aging in place over assisted living. This episode is for first-time franchise buyers and...
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Ziebart COO Brian Jackman & Franchisee Nick Lambie Reveal 67 Years of Success
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down at the International Franchise Association with Brian Jackman, President of Ziebart Corporation, and Nick Lambie, award-winning Ziebart franchise owner, Air Force veteran, VetFran Committee member, and Franchisee of the Year.
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Wet Fuel Franchise Founder Cory Albertson on the Diesel Gold Rush
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down with Cory Albertson, co-founder of Wet Fuel, a mobile diesel fuel delivery franchise built around B2B recurring revenue, fleet fueling, proprietary trucks, and a small-staff operating model. Cory shares how Wet Fuel started…
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Tony Hulbert Reveals Why HorsePower Brands Is Winning Home Services
Lance Graulich sits down with Tony Hulbert, CEO of HorsePower Brands, to talk about why home service franchises continue to be one of the strongest categories in franchising. Tony breaks down the difference between buying an existing business and investing in a franchise, why culture matters in...
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Art Coley of CGI Franchise on Data, Funnels & Franchise Growth
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down with Art Coley of CGI Franchise at the International Franchise Association show in Las Vegas to discuss what is changing in franchise development in 2026. Art shares how franchisors can build stronger sales funnels, why…
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Kristen Denzer, Founder of Tierra Encantada Franchise - Why This Is Not Your Typical Daycare
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down at the International Franchise Association in Las Vegas with Kristen Denzer, Founder and CEO of Tierra Encantada, one of the fastest-growing childcare franchise brands in the early education space. Kristen shares how Tierra...
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Inside Franchise FastLane with Don Tarinelli: Fit, Validation & Growth
In this episode of Franchise Fit, Lance Graulich sits down with Don Tarinelli, Chief Development Officer of Franchise Fastlane, during IFA Week in Las Vegas. Don shares what makes someone a strong franchise candidate, why “too entrepreneurial” can actually be a red flag, the importance of…
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32 Years Owning Capriotti's & Great American Cookies Franchises with Michael Solomon
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down in Las Vegas during International Franchise Association Week with longtime franchisee Michael Solomon, a 32-year franchise owner with experience in Great American Cookies and Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop. Michael shares what he…
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Franchise vs Acquisition: Dan Claps on Building Wealth Faster
At the International Franchise Association Show in Las Vegas, Lance Graulich sits down with Dan Claps, CEO of Voda Cleaning & Restoration and founder of Franchise Playbook, shares how Voda almost went out of business in the beginning, what changed when the team started listening to franchise...
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Crazy Pita Founder Mehdi Shares His Success Formula
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich sits down with Medhi of Crazy Pita to talk about building a restaurant brand for 20 years and expanding it through franchising, Walmart locations, virtual brands, AI systems, and new city growth. They break down what makes Crazy Pita...
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Franchise Marketing Secrets: Why Trust Can't Be Automated | Chantel Soumis
At the International Franchise Association, I sat down with fractional CMO Chantel Soumis to talk about what’s really working in franchise marketing today. We cover how AI is changing digital marketing, why trust matters more than ever, and why brands can’t rely too heavily on automation. Chantel...
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Plumbing Franchise Profits Revealed | Matt O’Rourke of Z PLUMBERZ | BELFOR Franchise Group
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich interviews Matt O’Rourke of Belfor Franchise Group at IFA Las Vegas to break down the opportunity in plumbing franchises and home services. They discuss Matt’s journey from nursing school to plumbing entrepreneur, plus why Belfor and Z...
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Inside City Wide Facility Solutions with Adria Hartwig - 1 Billion in Revenue 2026!!
What does it really take to succeed in franchising? In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich interviews Adria Hartwig of City Wide Facility Solutions at IFA Las Vegas to discuss what makes this B2B franchise stand out, who the brand is right for, and how top franchisees scale...
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How Five Star Franchising Builds Successful Franchisees with Missy Wright
At the IFA Convention in Las Vegas, Lance Graulich interviews Missy Wright, VP of Franchise Development at Five Star Franchising, about what makes franchisees successful, why more women and younger entrepreneurs are entering franchising, and how to choose the right business model. Missy shares...
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Leading The $8 Trillion Longevity Industry
Gary Brecka and Tony Robbins are at the center of this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, as Lance Graulich interviews Anthony Geisler, Founder and CEO of Sequel Brands, about building the Ultimate Longevity Center with Lifeforce.
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30+ Years Of Franchise PR Secrets That Get Picked Up! With Founders Brad & Sherri Fishman
They've attended EVERY IFA Convention Since 1993 — Here's Everything They Know About Franchise PR 🎙️ Brad and Sherri Fishman didn't just build a PR empire. They built it inside the franchise world, raised their kids in it, and have the war stories to prove it. Recorded LIVE in Las Vegas during…
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TruBlue Franchise Success Story: CPA Builds a Business in LA
Can a CPA really build a home service franchise while keeping his full-time job? In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich interviews Anthony Runnels, a CPA/CFO from the Los Angeles area who made the leap into franchise ownership with TruBlue Home Service Ally—without quitting...
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Navy SEAL Turned This Into a Scalable Mobile Franchise (DuraFleet)
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, I sit down with Patrick Gavan — former Navy SEAL and Founder/CEO of DuraFleet — to break down a scalable mobile fleet maintenance model built for preventative service + emergency breakdowns.
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Parking Lot Striping & Maintenance: How Appell Striping Lands Big Accounts (Sealcoating + Potholes)
Welcome to the Franchise Fit Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Brian & Michael Appell—the guys behind a national pavement striping, maintenance, and seal coating business trusted by major brands like Costco, McDonald’s, Starbucks, CVS, Verizon, Walgreens, T-Mobile and more. We talk about...
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The Biggest Advantage of Buying a Franchise: Built-In Support (You’re Not Alone)
Thinking about buying a business for the first time? Most people don’t fail because they’re lazy — they fail because they’re alone. In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, Lance Graulich explains the biggest advantage of buying a franchise: you’re in business for yourself… but not by...
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How Much Do Franchise Owners Make? (Real Numbers + The Math Nobody Does)
Welcome back to another solo episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast with Lance Graulich—where he talks about real franchise owner incomes, real numbers, and the ROI math most people ignore. In this episode, Lance gives you the Wall Street benchmark (the S&P 500 long-term average returns) so you can...
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How Much Money Do You REALLY Need to Buy a Franchise?
Welcome back to the Franchise Fit Podcast—I’m Lance Graulich. Most people overestimate franchise costs and underestimate returns, which keeps them stuck in research mode. In this episode, I break down real franchise investment ranges, the funding options that actually get deals done (often you...
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Why Franchising Is the Fastest Path to Ownership in 2026
If you want to own a business without wasting years figuring it out, this episode explains why franchising is the fastest on-ramp to ownership in 2026. We break down the economic tailwinds driving franchise growth, why the job market + AI shift is pushing more professionals toward control and...
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First-Time Business Owner Advice: What This 1-800-PACKOUTS Franchisee Learned
Welcome back to the Franchise Fit Podcast — I’m your host Lance Graulich. Today I’m joined by Keith McBride, a successful 1-800-PACKOUTS franchisee in the Philadelphia / Philly Metro market (🦅 Go Eagles). If you’ve ever asked, “What is a packout business?” — Keith explains how content…
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New Year, New Career: Why 2026 Is The Time to Bet On Yourself
If your New Year’s resolution is financial freedom, career control, or finally becoming your own boss, this episode is your wake-up call. Corporate America has quietly changed the rules—layoffs happen fast, loyalty doesn’t pay like it used to, and AI is reshaping job security. In this solo…
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Why Good Businesses Fail Without Strong Leadership- Joel Worthington, Former Brand President Explains
In this episode of the Franchise Fit Podcast, host Lance Graulich interviews Joel Worthington, leadership expert and former President of Mr. Electric (Neighborly Brands). With over 20 years in franchising, Joel breaks down what separates average leaders from great ones—and why leadership is a...
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Sam Miles CPA: The #1 Tax Mistake Business Owners Make
Lance Graulich sits down with Sam Miles, CPA (Guardian CPAs) to break down the biggest tax mistakes first-time business owners make — and how to avoid them. If you’re buying a franchise, running a small business, or thinking about switching from an LLC to an S-Corp, this conversation could save…
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The Junk Start Franchise Turning Trash Into Millions | Daniel McCarty Interview
Franchise Fit Podcast (formerly Eye on Franchising) is back with another powerhouse episode — and today’s guest is disrupting an entire industry. Meet Daniel McCarty, CEO & Founder of JunkStart, the first and only pay-by-weight junk removal franchise that’s redefining pricing, margins, and…
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The Future of Franchise Marketing: Inside Sweet Influencers’ AI Strategy for Faster Growth in 2026
Franchise Fit Podcast (formerly Eye on Franchising) returns with a powerhouse episode on the future of influencer marketing in franchising — featuring two industry icons: Angela Olea (Founder & CEO, Sweet Influencers) and Liberty Bernal (President & COO, Sweet Influencers). If you’ve ever…
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200 MPH to a 52-Year-Old Driving School Empire — Brad Coleman Teaches Franchise Success
Welcome back to Franchise Fit Podcast (formerly Eye on Franchising)! After 4+ years, we’ve rebranded—but the mission is the same: bringing you the most inspiring, profitable, and purpose-driven franchise opportunities in America. Today’s guest is Brad Coleman, CEO of Safeway Driving, NASCAR…
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Lightspeed Restoration Is Exploding- Corey Benish Tells Why (Kitchen & Bath Tune-Up Too)
I sit down with Corey Benish, President & CEO of Home Franchise Concepts (HFC) — the powerhouse behind brands like Budget Blinds, Kitchen Tune-Up, Bath Tune-Up, Tailored Closet, AdvantaClean, Lightspeed Restoration, PremierGarage, Two Maids, and Aussie Pet Mobile. In this episode, Corey reveals…
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Artificial Turf Is The Next Millionaire Making Franchise- The Waterloo Turf Story
Welcome back! After 4 incredible years, Eye On Franchising is officially becoming the Franchise Fit Podcast — because it’s ALL about finding the right franchise fit. And today’s episode is a MUST-WATCH. We’re talking fake grass… real cash. 💰🌱 The founders of Waterloo Turf, Tim Lovett & Lance...
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Florida’s Cleaning Queen Michelle Zahoransky: Her MaidPro Success Story
Welcome to the Franchise Fit Podcast, formerly known as Eye On Franchising! Same powerful stories — new name and focus. We help you find the right franchise fit so you can build wealth, freedom, and legacy through business ownership. Today’s guest, Michelle Zahoransky, is a powerhouse MaidPro...
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Still A Goldmine: Inside Grease Monkey & Speedee Oil Change Franchises with Kelly Tope
In this episode, I sit down with Kelly Tope, Vice President of Franchise Development at Full Speed Automotive (the umbrella behind brands like Grease Monkey & Speedee). We go deep into: Why automotive is an overlooked but high-potential franchise category. How multi-unit growth works (40%+ of…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Franchise Fit Podcast, formerly known as Eye On Franchising!Same powerful stories — new name and focus. We help you find the right franchise fit so you can build wealth, freedom, and legacy through business ownership....I am your host - Lance Graulich !I have spent over 30 years in the franchise industry... I am a Franchise broker. I have been a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee, president of franchise advisory Councils, and I have even created my own brands and sold them. Are you one of the many people that want to be your own boss? If you are, then You are in the right place!We are your tour guide on the road to business ownership. Our services are absolutely FREE. Whether you are a 1st time boss or a serial entrepreneur, we can help you find your perfect franchise!Each week we will speak to fascinating folks from the world of franchising. Founders, funders and franchisees will share their journey to franchise success. Franchise tips will be revealed, Myths debun
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