Episode Summary:
In this episode of the Work at Home Rockstar Podcast, Tim chats with Nichole Daher, CEO of SOS Franchising, who shares how a personal need to help her autistic stepdaughter sparked the creation of a thriving autism treatment business. Nichole dives into the journey from building one clinic to franchising over 100 clinics across 17 states, creating impactful opportunities for entrepreneurs who want purpose-driven businesses with work-life balance.
Who is Nichole Daher?
Nichole Daher is the founder and CEO of SOS Franchising, empowering aspiring owners and ex-corporate professionals to build businesses that matter without starting from scratch or sacrificing family. An autism mom turned entrepreneur, Nichole launched Success On The Spectrum to fill a critical gap in autism treatment services, growing into a nationwide franchise helping thousands of children thrive.
Connect with Nichole Daher:
Website: https://successonthespectrum.com/franchise
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/successonthespectrum
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/successonthespectrum
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nichole-daher
Host Contact Details:
Website: https://workathomerockstar.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/workathomerockstar
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workathomerockstar
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timmelanson
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WorkAtHomeRockStarPodcast
X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/workathomestar
Email: tim@workathomerockstar.com
In this Episode:
0:28 — How Nichole turned a personal challenge into a business opportunity
4:01 — Overcoming the learning curve in an unfamiliar industry
5:56 — Why franchising created exponential impact for her mission
9:39 — Financial realities of opening an autism treatment clinic
13:26 — Supporting franchisees and expanding nationwide
21:02 — Nichole’s guest solo: creating businesses that truly matter