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From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise BuyingREPLAY: Who Is Franchise Business ReviewSend us a textHost: Michelle Rowan, President and COO of Franchise Business ReviewGuest: Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business ReviewEpisode Summary: The Journey of Starting Franchise Business ReviewIntroduction: Twenty years ago, a light bulb moment sparked the creation of Franchise Business Review. Eric Stites, then working with franchise marketing, noticed a gap in the industry: potential franchisees struggled to get honest feedback from existing owners. This realization led to a bold decision that would change the landscape of franchise research.The...
2025-12-2224 minFrom A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise BuyingHow Much Money Can You Make Owning A Franchise?Send us a textHost: Michelle Rowan, President and COO of Franchise Business ReviewGuest: Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business ReviewSummary of How Much Money Can You Make Owning A Franchise?In this episode of From A to Franchisee, Michelle Rowan and Eric Stites discuss the financial aspects of owning a franchise. They address the common question of how much money one can make from franchising, sharing data from surveying tens of thousands of franchisees yearly. How much you can make owning a franchise varies...
2025-11-0335 min
NewCity Orlando SermonsNumbers 20 | In the WildernessListen to this week’s sermon, In the Wilderness preached by Pastor Eric Stites from Numbers 20.
2025-10-1942 min
21 Hats PodcastDashboard: How Much Money Can You Make Franchising?This week, Eric Stites, founder and CEO of Franchise Business Review, talks about the state of the franchising world. How much money do you need to buy a franchise? How much can you make? What are the hot categories? What are the most common mistakes? We also talk about life on the other side: What makes a business a good candidate to become a franchisor? And is it possible to avoid the tension -- and litigation -- that so often arises between franchisees and franchisors? Plus: If you buy a franchise, are you an entrepreneur? Or are you just buying...
2025-09-2244 minFrom A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise BuyingThe Importance of Franchisee SatisfactionSend us a textIn this episode, Michelle Rowan and Anneliese Brosch delve into the critical role of franchisee satisfaction in maintaining brand health. They explore how a strong franchisor-franchisee relationship can drive success, emphasizing the importance of trust and open communication. Discover the metrics and insights that help franchise brands thrive, and learn why understanding franchisee satisfaction is key to sustainable growth. Tune in for expert advice and real-world examples that highlight the power of satisfied franchisees in building a resilient brand.Resources:What Does Franchise Business Review Do?Researching Franchises? How to...
2025-09-1530 minFrom A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise BuyingWho Is FBR: Interview with Founder Eric StitesSend us a textHost: Michelle Rowan, President and COO of Franchise Business ReviewGuest: Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business ReviewEpisode Summary: The Journey of Starting Franchise Business ReviewIntroduction: Twenty years ago, a light bulb moment sparked the creation of Franchise Business Review. Eric Stites, then working with franchise marketing, noticed a gap in the industry: potential franchisees struggled to get honest feedback from existing owners. This realization led to a bold decision that would change the landscape of franchise research.The...
2025-08-1823 minNewCity Orlando SermonsPsalm 37 | WaitingEric Stites explores Psalm 37 with a focus on the biblical call to patience and the spiritual challenge of waiting. Rather than seeking quick justice or immediate change, believers are called to “trust in the Lord and do good” even when the wicked appear to prosper. Eric unpacks how David contrasts the fleeting success of evildoers with the enduring security of the righteous, encouraging the church to remain rooted in God's promises.Drawing from his personal experiences in ministry and stories from CrossTown, Eric connects this theme of waiting to life in under-resourced communities, where justice often feels dela...
2025-06-3047 min
Franchise Secrets PodcastCan You Really Get Rich Owning a Franchise? Debunking MythsIs franchising really the secret to wealth, or is it just another risky business model? In this episode, Erik Van Horn takes a deep dive into franchise profitability, investment strategies, and common myths surrounding wealth-building in franchising. Erik shares real-life examples of franchisees who built multi-million dollar businesses and those who lost everything. He reveals why choosing the right brand, market timing, and strong operations are critical for success. Erik also explains why franchising isn't a passive income stream unless structured correctly. Discover how franchisees actually build wealth (and what stops them), the biggest myths ab...
2025-02-1833 min
The NewCity Orlando All of Life PodcastThe Power of Gospel Environments: A Deep Dive into the Mission of CrossTown with Eric StitesIn this episode, Senior Pastor Damein Schitter asks CrossTown founder Eric Stites to take us through his journey from an enlightening internship at Desire Street Ministries in New Orleans to planting roots in Orlando's Paramore community. Eric's experiences are a profound lesson on understanding poverty, race, justice, and God's mission. You can find out more about the work at CrossTown here.
2023-10-2641 minNewCity Orlando SermonsBeing on Mission | John 15:1-15; 9Teaching Elder and Co-Founder of Crosstown 119, Eric Stites preaches about the importance of being on mission from John 15:1-5; 9.You can learn more about Crosstown 119 here.
2023-08-0644 min
Beyond the UniformBTU 456- The CEO of Franchise Business Review talks about Vets in Franchises Eric Stites Edit
2022-09-0754 min
Thursday Talk PodcastBuilding Leader in the Inner City | Thursday Talk LIVE S.2 Ep.9In this weeks episode of Thursday Talk, Pastor PJ Charles and I sit down with Co-Founders Ron Paul and Eric Stites of Crosstown Ministries. We talk about The Fight against segregation and racial prejudice and Building leaders and better families in the Inner City.You can find Thursday Talk Podcast on:Instagram: @thursdaytalkpodcastSpotify: Thursday Talk PodcastItunes: Thursday Talk PodcastTwitch: Thursdaytalkpodcast
2022-08-2456 minNewCity Orlando SermonsRomans: A New Way to Be Human | Romans 5:1-11Rev. Eric Stites, co-founder of CrossTown Ministries, continues our Romans series, preaching from Romans 5:1-11.To learn more about Eric's work with CrossTown, visit the website here.
2022-04-0340 min
Franchise Findings by Vetted BizDo You Trust The Franchisor? Eric Stites of Franchise Business Review Shares Key FindingsEric Stites, CEO and Managing Director of Franchise Business Review, in an interview with Patrick Findaro.
Do you trust the franchisor? Franchising can be a great way to own your own business, but it's important to trust the franchisor you're working with. In this podcast, Eric and Patrick discuss what to look for when choosing a franchise and how to build a trusting relationship with your franchisor. Listen now to learn more!
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2022-03-2534 minNewCity Orlando SermonsThe Pattern of the Promise | Genesis 39:1-23Pastor of Mercy & Justice Eric Stites preaches from Genesis 39:1-23 about Joseph's time and temptation in Potiphar's house. Like Joseph, Jesus too was loved by his Father, tempted and persecuted, rejected by men, but then was exalted as Lord.
2021-10-2143 min
This IsReal TalkEp. 2 "Franchising 101"Welcome to Episode 2. In this Episode, Khalif Yisrael virtual sits with Josh "Tracer" Emison and John McCarthy. Join the conversation as they discuss their backgrounds that shaped them, the basics of Franchising, pros and cons and how you can begin your journey into Franchising!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/networkknightsInstagram: @NetWorkKnightsWeb: https://networkknights.buzzsprout.com/ Intro Song: Ruins feat. Cvgebird - Wolfcat (IG /Twitter @WolfCatMusic)Check below for all show notes.Josh Emison Contact: josh@tracerfranchising.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-emison/...
2021-08-291h 31
Jim Fannon ShowBiden Mental Health Tyranny Division The Great Hoax SheepIntro Matt Macpherson is M-PHAKTOR. The song is Want Some.Show starts at 9:52. Musical intro by Jay Baty and Jay Baty and Crew. Freshly Squeezed Studios. Show Notes and Links #JFS Livehttps://redstate.com/nick-arama/2021/07/22/new-poll-on-blm-riots-vs-jan-6-riot-shows-american-people-have-pelosis-number-n414699?fbclid=IwAR13B4_bFmAzYQiQWQDYbBF2Z4KyYwshx4oGvNjC2U76-Pwbb_MWSBiJxDAhttps://www.blogto.com/sports_play/2021/07/toronto-gym-bans-vaccinated-people-members/?fbclid=IwAR13B4_bFmAzYQiQWQDYbBF2Z4KyYwshx4oGvNjC2U76-Pwbb_MWSBiJxDAhttps://www.nationalcitizens.ca/fernando_leadership_standards?fbclid=IwAR0IzVkzfTUAmlc0S0_JT4datPHB-WfBQYdA1P2hNe6OLUITCtm00tpGCs0
2021-07-311h 03NewCity Orlando SermonsLife Through the Cross: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15 | Paul vs. The Super ApostlesPastor of Justice and Mercy Eric Stites preaches from 2 Corinthians 11:1-15. He reminds us that the gospel seems "too good to be true," so we are tempted to add to it in some way. The super apostles that opposed Paul did this very thing because it appeals to our fallen nature. Yet, the gospel is simply this: believe in the finished work of Christ on our behalf. This is what Paul preached to the Corinthians and what we need to be frequently reminded of today.
2021-05-0938 min
What's Your F'ing Business?®Using Your Franchisees' Satisfaction as a great tool for growth and sustainability - Franchise Business ReviewGood franchisees measure performance, but the great ones measure their franchisees' satisfaction. Tune in to a fun and interesting discussion with Eric Stites Founder and CEO, and Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review about how getting anonymous, honest, and truthful feedback can be the most powerful tool in growing a brand. The follow this season as we talk to some of their top scorers of the FBR, Franchisee Satisfaction Survey including: Pinch a Penny, Fibrenew, Christian Brothers Automotive, Payroll Vault, Pizza Factory, Puroclean, Team Logic and Mathnasium.We don't just talk about operations, we help you re...
2021-04-0742 min
Social GeekFranchise Spotlight: Eric StitesToday’s #FranchiseSpotlight is on Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business Review.
Eric shares FBR’s latest research in The 2020 Franchise Hiring Guide. The results show the latest employment trends like compensation, employee recognition, culture, and leadership. We also discuss how Gen Z is fitting in the franchise space and how bad the gender wage gap still is.
Also, there’s still time to register for this year’s Franchising@WORK awards. Finalists from 2019 include:
Burn Boot Camp - Best Bosses / Best Overall SatisfactionFirehouse Subs - Best Leadership Jason’s Deli - Best CultureSport C...
2020-02-2927 minSocial GeekFranchise News Podcast 2.28.2020The Franchise News Podcast for the week ending February 28, 2020.
In the news this week:
Robert Cresanti, The International Franchise Association
NLRB #Joint Employer
Neighborly, Dryer Vent Wizard
Jim Carpenter, Wild Birds Unlimited
Mark Jameson, FASTSIGNS International
Weedman
Jim Holthouser, Focus Brands
McAlister's Deli, Auntie Anne's, Moe's Southwest Grill
Julie Masino, Taco Bell
Shelly Sun, BNI
Dean Ulizio, BrightStar
Daniel Blanchard, IHG
Marina O'Rourke, Franchise Payments Network
Culver's
Na...
2020-02-2806 min2020-01-2734 min
Training UnleashedHow Franchisees Can Utilize Research for Training Efforts with Eric StitesCordell speaks with Eric Stites, Founder and CEO of Franchise Business Review, about how franchisees can utilize research to better training efforts. Eric shares how training is like drinking from a fire hose. There is so much information, but you cannot absorb it all. You can connect with Eric on LinkedIn here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2018-08-0414 min
Modrn BusinessMB Early Archives 022: Paul Pickett, CDO of Wild Birds UnlimitedModern Business Episode #22 takes us "Into the Wild" with Paul Picket - Chief Development officer of Wild Birds Unlimited.
Wild Birds Unlimited specializes in bird seed, bird feeders, and many other bird feeding supplies. They were founded in 1981 and have grown from a single feed store in Indianapolis to over 330 specialty retail stores across the country.
Paul and I caught up over breakfast in Dallas TX (so during this Podcast you get some soothing diner background noise).
Get ready to learn
-what an Ornithologist is
-How Wild Birds has fended off the "Amazon machine"
-How they are customizing the bird-feeding...
2018-04-1232 minNewCity Orlando SermonsPsalm 34: I Will Bless The LORD At All TimesNewCity Parramore Ave. pastor Eric Stites preaches on Psalm 34, showing us what it means to taste and see that the Lord is good.
2017-09-1842 minSocial GeekDriving Franchise ResultsFranchise Business Review (FBR) has worked with over 1,000 franchise brands. FBR works with franchise companies, franchisee associations, and investment groups to better understand operational challenges and identify key opportunities for performance improvements and franchise system growth. Founder and CEO, Eric Stites join Social Geek Radio hosts Deb Evans and Jack Monson and share how FBR has changed since Eric established in 2005 and still servicing the franchise sector.
2016-11-1725 min
Franchise TodayFranchising to Rave Reviews"Franchising is all about risk and reward. The earlier you get into a system, the greater the risk and, if it succeeds, the greater the reward." - Eric Stites, CEO & Managing Director, Franchise Business Review
This week on Franchise Today Eric Stites, CEO & Managing Director of Franchise Business Review joins co-hosts Stan Friedman and Paul Segreto to discuss franchisee satisfaction and franchise buyer experiences. Helping people make educated investment decisions about the best franchise opportunities available, Eric explains how Franchise Business Review is known for 'Sharing the franchise experience' which is actually the company's tagline.
Franchise Today airs LIVE Wednesdays at...
2016-04-0658 minNewCity Orlando SermonsGet Mercy, Give MercyEric Stites, our NewCity Parramore Ave Congregation Planter preaches from Luke 10 on the Good Samaritan.
2016-01-1831 minNewCity Orlando SermonsLuke 24:45-49This sermon on the Gospel of Luke is from NewCity Parramore Ave Congregation Planter, Eric Stites.
2015-09-0937 minNewCity Orlando SermonsLuke 15:1-10This sermon from NewCity Parramore Ave Congregation Planter, Eric Stites, looks at the Lie of Religion and the Truth of the Gospel from Luke 15.
2015-07-2035 minNewCity Orlando SermonsLuke 12:13-34NewCity Parramore Ave Congregation Planter, Eric Stites, preaches on the Treasure of the Kingdom of God from Luke 12.
2015-07-1335 minNewCity Orlando SermonsLuke 7:36-50This sermon continues the series on the Gospel of Luke with NewCity Parramore Ave Congregation Planter, Eric Stites.
2015-06-0836 minNewCity Orlando SermonsLuke 6:37-42Eric Stites, Congregation Planter for NewCity Parramore Ave., teaches on judging and relationships from Luke 6.
2015-06-0135 minNewCity Orlando SermonsIsaiah 61:1-4Eric Stites, Congregation Planter for NewCity Parramore Ave preaches from Isaiah 61:1-4 as we celebrate the upcoming worship launch of NewCity Parramore Ave.
2015-03-2335 minNewCity Orlando SermonsMark 4:21-34NewCity Parramore Ave. Congregation Planter, Eric Stites preaching on the Kingdom of God.
2014-07-0733 minNewCity Orlando SermonsGalatians 1:10-24This sermon continues our series on Galatians. This week’s sermon is from Eric Stites, our Holden Heights Congregation Planter.
2013-10-0729 minNewCity Orlando SermonsGalatians 1:8-12This sermon continues our series on Galatians with Eric Stites, NewCity Orlando’s Holden Heights Congregation Planter
2013-10-0130 minNewCity Orlando SermonsRevelation 21:1-8This sermon from NewCity Holden Heights Congregation Planter, Eric Stites, casts vision for the congregation plant with a sober look at the “First City: Our Present Reality” and a Hope for the “NewCity: Our Future Reality”
2013-08-1231 min