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Veteran On the MoveFinding the Best Business Model in FranchisingIn this episode, host Joe Crane is joined by franchise coach and author Giuseppe Grammatico. Giuseppe shares his personal journey to achieving time freedom through business ownership, which he found by leveraging the proven systems of franchising. He discusses why franchising is not a passive investment, the specific qualities that make veterans successful franchisees, and the importance of finding a business model that truly fits your lifestyle goals.
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Giuseppe Grammatico - The Franchise Guide
About Our Guest
Giuseppe Grammatico is a franchise veteran, coach, author, speaker & consultant who simplifies the process of franchising and excels at guiding his c...
2025-09-0827 min
Average Joe Finances227. GG The Franchise Guide with Guiseppe GrammaticoAre you tired of the same old 9-to-5 routine? Dreaming of being your own boss and building a successful business? Get ready for a story that will completely change your perspective. Discover the incredible opportunities that await you in the world of franchise business ownership.Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Giuseppe Grammatico shares the key to unlocking your entrepreneurial success and attaining the ultimate goal: financial freedom.In this episode:Understand the advantages of franchising as a business model and how it can help you achieve your entrepreneurial...
2023-10-2245 min
The Lighter Side PodEpisode 49: Draft RecapJoe and Tom recap the 2020 NHL Draft round 1 and also highlight the Red Wings draft picks.
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2020-10-2300 min
Just The 5 of UsEpisode 20: Gianna Writes Her First BookGianna was supposed to bring one of her favorite books to show the class. When one of her classmates brought in a book that he wrote, Gianna decided she needed to do the same. In this episode, dad reads the "Untitled" first book written by 6 year old Gianna.If you are listening on Apple Podcast, please take a few minutes to subscribe, give us a rating, and write a review. This helps us reach a larger audience.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ofusPodcast Follow us on Twitter: @justthe_5ofus Follow us on Instagram: @JustThe5ofUsPodcast
2020-10-1903 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 19: School is Back Face to Face. First Day. First Bus Ride. Mom & Dad talk.School is back face to face. At least for half of the day. Gianna had her first bus ride and her first day of in person Kindergarten. Mom and Dad talk about the events of day one. The feelings, the worries, and the hilarious mistake that was made during the chaos.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ofusPodcastFollow us on Twitter: @justthe_5ofusFollow us on Instagram: @JustThe5ofUsPodcast
2020-10-1315 min
The Lighter Side PodEpisode 48: NHL Draft - Final Mock DraftIt's been a while. Today we are putting out our full first round mock draft. We have compiled player rankings from all the expert sites as well as the mock drafts from hockey experts/insiders. Threw everything into a blender and out popped this full first round mock draft. Lets see how close it is on draft night.Don't forget to subscribe on your favorite podcast platform. If you are listening on Apple, please leave us a review.Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/TheLighterSidePod
2020-10-0600 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 18: Saturday Morning BreakfastJust doing a simple mic check on a Saturday morning and it turns into a podcast episode. 4 of the 5 people in our crew just having breakfast and chatting about the day ahead.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ofusPodcastFollow us on Twitter: @justthe_5ofusFollow us on Instagram: @JustThe5ofUsPodcast
2020-10-0504 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 17: Gianna's 6th BirthdayGianna says "thank you" for coming to her birthday and tells us what she liked best about the day. She also drew a smart phone and share's its features.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ofusPodcastFollow us on Twitter: @justthe_5ofusFollow us on Instagram: @JustThe5ofUsPodcast
2020-09-2803 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 16: Mom on Virtual SchoolAre you struggling with virtual/remote learning? Don't worry. You are not alone. We are struggling too, as are many other parents adjusting to a new (hopefully temporary) work/life balance. In this episode, Mellissa (the mom) joins us to share our experiences from the first two weeks of virtual learning. She also shares what we have learned and what we are changing to make life better for all of us.Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ofusPodcast Follow us on Twitter: @justthe_5ofus Follow us on Instagram: @JustThe5ofUsPodcast
2020-09-2217 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 15: Boy DayThe girls are gone for the weekend. Sal and Dad recap "Boy Day." A day full of boy only activities from video games, to riding monster jam's to watching construction workers lay concrete.
2020-09-1406 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 14: First Day of School RecapGianna talks about her first day of "virtual" school. Was it a fun day? Did she learn anything? Find out.Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/5ofusPodcastFollow us on Twitter:@justthe_5ofusFollow us on Instagram:@JustThe5ofUsPodcast
2020-09-0902 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 13: Reading - The Monster at the End of This BookDad reads "The Monster at the End of This Book" starring Lovable, Furry Old Grover by Jon Stone. Illustrated by Michael Smollin
2020-09-0803 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 12: Gianna Talks Zombies, Unicorns, Deer, and More...It has been a while and Gianna has a lot to say. Try to keep up as she bounces from subject to subject. Dad is around to add some "drama" to the show. Enjoy.
2020-08-1816 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 47: Outlook - Atlantic Division Top 4 TeamsJoe and Tom discuss current state of the top 4 teams in the Atlantic Division and what the upcoming draft/free agency/season may look like for each team.
2020-08-0556 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 11: Reading - Shoe-La-LaIn this episode dad reads one of Gianna's all-time favorite books. "Shoe-La-La" by Karen Beaumont.
2020-07-3002 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 46: 1979 ReDraftIt could be argued that the 1979 draft class is one of the best draft classes of all-time. Full of Hall of Famer's and skill players with careers spanning over 1000 games. Joe and Tom redraft the Top 10 selections. Who will be #1?Join our community on Facebook: @TheLighterSidePodSubscribe on YouTube (content coming soon): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAmRUgVJT032E4J6ezBJYhg
2020-07-3055 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 45: Qualifying Round - Western ConferenceSummertime hockey is right around the corner. Joe and Tom give their analysis on the qualifying matches in the Western Conference.Join our community on Facebook: @TheLighterSidePodSubscribe on YouTube (content coming soon): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAmRUgVJT032E4J6ezBJYhg
2020-07-2850 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 44: Qualifying Round - Eastern ConferenceWith summertime playoff hockey right around the corner, Joe and Tom give their analysis on the "play-in" Qualifying Round matches in the Eastern Conference.
2020-07-241h 03The Lighter Side PodEpisode 43: Outlook - Metro Division Part IIIJoe and Tom discuss the last place teams to round out the outlook for the Metro Division.
2020-07-1746 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 42: Mock Draft 1.0Joe and Tom each provide their selections for the top 8 picks in the upcoming 2020 NHL draft.
2020-07-1442 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 10: Reading - The Pout-Pout FishIn this episode dad reads another of the kids favorites. The Pout-Pout Fish by Deborah Diesen
2020-07-0904 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 41: Conn Smythe SnubsWe asked and you picked it. Gio from our Lighter Side Pod Community put in a request for the biggest Conn Smythe snubs of all time and in this episode we discuss our top 5 snubs of all time for the NHL playoff MVP
2020-07-0935 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 40: Hall of Fame Class of 2020Joe and Tom discuss the most recent class selected to enter the Hockey Hall of Fame. Did the Hall make the right selections? Who is still being snubbed and why?
2020-07-071h 06Just The 5 of UsEpisode 9: Reading - Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night?In this episode dad reads one of Sal's favorite books. Hope you enjoy.
2020-07-0602 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 39: NHL Draft Lottery DebacleThe only outcome that could have been worse for the NHL would have been if all "Place Holder" teams won the top 3 draws in the draft lottery. The powers that be in the NHL look foolish when a flawed plan lead to an absolutely disgraceful outcome. In this episode, Joe and Tom talk about the draft lottery and what this means for the league going forward.
2020-07-0222 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 38: 2001 NHL reDraftWith the NHL draft lottery just around the corner, in this episode Joe and Tom reDraft the top 10 picks from the 2001 NHL Draft which saw Ilya Kovalchuk go 1st overall. Does this pick withstand the test of time? Who will move up into the top 10 and who is out?
2020-06-2447 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 37: Outlook Metro Division Part IIContinuing to exam the off season outlook of teams in the Metro division. This episode focuses on the Hurricanes, Blue Jackets, and Islanders.
2020-06-181h 01The Lighter Side PodEpisode 36: Most Underrated Goalies of All-TimeIn this episode Tom and Joe discuss some of the most underrated goalies of all-time, from should be Hall of Famer's to solid backup net minders that played key roles on great teams.
2020-06-161h 08Just The 5 of UsEpisode 8: Big Sal's Last Day of SchoolIn this episode Sal saves me from Gianna's craziness and mixes in his own craziness. He's going to learn how to ride a bike this summer and ride his Monster Jam all around.
2020-06-1006 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 35: Outlook - Metro DivisionIn this episode Joe and Tom discuss the top 3 teams in the Metro; Capitals, Flyers, Penguins. Discussion focuses on team need in the upcoming draft, salary cap heading into the off season, and prospects in the system that might be ready to step in and make an impact.
2020-06-091h 00Just The 5 of UsEpisode 7: Gianna's Last Day of SchoolGianna talks about her last day of school, last day of homework and ready for summer. Short interview on current events. Then its all down hill from there...
2020-06-0811 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 6: Gianna Blabs for 2 MinutesGianna blabs about the coronavirus, summer, playing, there's really no format, rhyme, nor reason or direction. Just listen and you'll be better for it
2020-06-0401 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 34: Complaints about the NHL Restart PlansJoe rants about his displeasure with the leagues decision on the draft lottery. Joe and Tom continue their thoughts on the hub cities and how unfair the playoff structure is to some of the teams.
2020-06-0442 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 33: NHL Tough GuysJoe and Tom discuss the most productive all around tough guys in NHL history. Guys that put up the most penalty minutes of all-time but were also key/high level contributors to their teams success.
2020-06-021h 12The Lighter Side PodEpisode 32: NHL Return PlanJoe and Tom run through the 22 page phased plan to restart the NHL playoffs this summer. Also discussed is the newly announced format for the 2020 draft lottery and draft.
2020-05-2758 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 31: Franchise Leaders All-Time in Playoff Points 21 - 31Tom and Joe finish up their breakdown on each franchises all time leaders in playoff scoring. This week wraps up franchise leaders 21 thru 31
2020-05-211h 00The Lighter Side PodEpisode 30: Franchise Leaders All-Time in Playoff Points 11 - 20Tom and Joe continue reviewing the top scorers for each franchise in NHL history. This episode covers 11 - 20.
2020-05-1941 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 29: Franchise Leaders All-Time in Playoff Points 1 - 10In this episode Joe and Tom take a look at the all-time playoff points leaders for each franchise in the NHL. This episode the top 10 franchise scorers will be discussed reminiscing on hockey memories and playoff longevity.
2020-05-1451 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 1: Chaos with Gianna & SalGianna and Sal wanted to share the mic reminding kids out there to be safe and remember to wash their hands
2020-05-1304 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 2: Gianna Copies DadGianna wants to talk more about the "sickness" and decides to copy every word I say
2020-05-1304 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 3: Sal & DadThe girls are out and Sal wants to get on the mic to blab about his day
2020-05-1304 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 4: Gianna InterviewGianna is interviewed about life from an online questionnaire.
2020-05-1304 minJust The 5 of UsEpisode 5: Interview with SalSal gets on the mic for an interview, to talk about playing, and missing his friend Joey because of the "sickness" aka COVID-19
2020-05-1111 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 28: Draft Preview - Round 1 Movers in 2020In this episode Joe and Tom conclude the draft preview series by recapping the top 15 prospects and identifying prospects that could make some significant jumps in round 1 of the upcoming NHL draft. Draft rankings taken from eliteprospects.com
2020-05-1155 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 27: Draft Preview - Prospects 11 - 15 in 2020In this episode Joe and Tom review prospects ranked 11 - 15 by eliteprospects.com. They breakdown the game of each player and give their opinion on whether each player will be selected higher or lower than current ranking.
2020-05-0733 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 26: NHL Return Plan & Jimmy Howard Not Returning in DetroitJoe and Tom discuss the recent rumors surrounding the NHL's plan to return to hockey this summer. Training camps not officially set to open but talk of playoffs in July played at 4 or 5 neutral sites. In news surrounding the local team, Detroit Red Wings, veteran goalie Jimmy Howard will not be offered a contract next season. Who could be available for the Red Wings to back fill Jimmy Howard as the rebuild continues?
2020-05-0453 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 25: Draft Preview - Prospects 6 - 10 in 2020In a continuation of episode 24; this episode Joe and Tom discuss the 5 draft eligible players currently ranked 6 through 10 by eliteprospects.com. Which players could move up into the top 5? Also a scenario that could see teams trade up to land the top goalie in the draft.
2020-04-3044 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 24: Draft Preview - Top 5 Prospects in 2020Review of the top 5 players ranked by Eliteprospects.com. Tom breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of five players that have a good chance at being the top five players selected whenever the NHL draft is held
2020-04-2829 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 23: The 2002 Stanley Cup FinalsDiscussion of the 2002 Stanley Cup Finals between the Hall of Fame filled roster of the Detroit Red Wings representing the Western Conference and a surprising opponent from the East; Carolina Hurricanes. The Red Wings had won back to back Stanley Cups in 1997 and 1998. The Carolina Hurricanes were making the finals for the first time in franchise history.
2020-04-2420 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 22: The 2001 Stanley Cup FinalsDiscussion of the 2001 Stanley Cup Finals between the #1 seed in the west, Colorado Avalanche and the #1 seed in the east, New Jersey Devils. New Jersey was the defending Stanley Cup Champions from 2000 and Colorado was the President Trophy winner as the team with the best record in the regular season. A physical, defensive minded New Jersey team tried to shut down Joe Sakic and a high powered Colorado offense, with 22 year veteran Ray Bourque in search of his first cup in his final season.
2020-04-2216 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 21: Overrated / Underrated Players from the 1990sJoe and Tom create a list of players from the 1990s and discuss whether those players were underrated or overrated during their playing careers.
2020-04-0149 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 20: League Update & 23 Year Anniversary of the "Brawl in Hockeytown"Joe and Tom discuss the latest information regarding the NHL season including a few ideas submitted by the General Managers on how to finish the season. Also, the two will revisit the famous Colorado Avalanche and Detroit Red Wings Brawl in Hockeytown on the 23rd Anniversary.
2020-03-2748 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 19: Options for Finishing the Season, 1989 re-Draft, Stories of the Game - Pat LaFontaineJoe and Tom discuss possible scenarios for finishing out the regular season and playoffs. They re-draft the 1989 top 10 selections, will Mats Sundin still be number 1? And in Stories of the game, Tom talks about his former teammate, and roommate, Pat LaFontaine.
2020-03-201h 02The Lighter Side PodEpisode 18: Covid-19, King of Goals, Top Agitators of All-Time, Who Will Miss Playoffs?Joe and Tom discuss the recent suspension of the NHL season due to Covid-19 (Coronavirus) and solutions the league could implement to finish out the season. They run through the NBC King of Goals bracket to pick the greatest goal scorer of all-time, and Tom lays out the 10 greatest agitators of all-time.
2020-03-131h 12The Lighter Side PodEpisode 17: GM Meeting, Butch Goring Jersey Retirement, Draisaitl Hart Trophy Front runner, Stamkos OutJoe and Tom discuss some topics from the GM meeting. Steven Stamkos is injured again and out for 2 weeks. Is Leon Draisaitl the run away favorite to take home the Hart trophy as league MVP? Butch Goring honored by the Islanders with jersey retirement.
2020-03-0650 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 16: Trade Deadline and Miracle on Ice 40th AnniversaryThis week Joe recaps trades that have taken place in the month of February. He discusses landing spots for some of the rumored players ahead of the Feb 24th trade deadline, and he talks about the 40th anniversary of The Miracle on Ice
2020-02-2131 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 15: INTERVIEW with Anthony MaianiThis week Anthony Maiani joins the show to discuss his career in the USHL. We revisit "Maiani's Magnificent Goal" scored as a member of the Denver Pioneers. Anthony also discusses his career as a member of the back-to-back CHL champion Allen Americans, and his time spent playing hockey in Denmark.Anthony Maiani's Magnificent Goal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3R8rf6C-QRI
2020-02-1123 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 14: Kassian vs Tkachuk, Coyotes Scouting Scandal, Teams to WatchJoe flying solo discusses the Kassian/Tkachuk scrap, dives into the Coyotes "Illegal" scouting/recruiting practices, Alexis Lafreniere's illegal check that landed him a 2 game suspension, and the teams to watch the second half
2020-01-3122 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 13: Brian Burke All-Star Comments and Revisiting Overblown Fan PredictionsJoe and Zack discuss Brian Burke's comments about Dylan Larkin telling fans to vote for someone more deserving. They also revisit the Overblown, overreactions made after week 1 of the season.
2020-01-1038 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 12: Hall Trade, Subban on the Block?, Pastrnak chase for 50 in 50Joe is flying solo this week and discusses the recent Taylor Hall trade to the Arizona Coyotes. The Devils are talking to an Atlantic Division team about trading P.K. Subban, who could be that team? David Pastrnak has cooled down in his quest for 50 goals in 50 games, but we are still pulling for him and run down the NHL greats that have achieved this rare feat.
2019-12-2120 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 11: Coaching Changes, Chara vs Wilson, Big Defensemen on the Trade BlockJoe and Zack discuss the recent coaching changes since Babcock's firing, Two big guys go at it in Boston, Subban and Pietrangelo on the trade block? And as always, the weekly picks.
2019-12-1340 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 10: Babcock Saga Continues, Devils Fire Coach, Taylor Hall on the Trade Block?Joe and Zack discuss the recent fallout from Mike Babcock firing, New Jersey trying to turn things around with a new coach, Taylor Hall trade discussion, the Red Wings haven't won in 10 games, and the weekly picks
2019-12-0636 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 9: Hall of Fame EditionJoe and Zack discuss the most recent HoF Class and look ahead to the 2020 class reviewing the top HoF eligible players.
2019-11-2739 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 8: Babcock Fired, Top Rookies through first quarter of seasonJoe and Zack discuss the recent firing of Toronto Maple Leafs Head Coach, Mike Babcock, the new "Don Cherry Grapevine" Podcast, Cale Makar leads all rookies at the quarter season mark, and the weekly picks are made.
2019-11-2235 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 7: Don Cherry Fired, Key Injuries, Impressive StreaksJoe and Zack discuss the recent firing of Don Cherry, along with some big injuries in the league, the Red Wings are winning, Draisaitl's 10 game point streak and some of the most impressive streaks in hockey. As always the show will wrap up with weekly picks.
2019-11-1544 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 6: Red Wings Hard to Watch, Pastrnak on Fire, Blues Best in the West, Hockey in Sweden, The Fab Four of Hockey, and Weekly PicksJoe and Zack discuss the struggles in Detroit. The Bruins offense stays red hot. The Stanley Cup Champs are best in the West. The Lightning and Sabres head to Sweden for the Global Series. Who is your Fab Four, and the weekly picks.
2019-11-0844 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 5: The "Michigan" Goal, Tarasenko out, Red Wings Trade, Lowry suspension, and moreJoe and Zack discuss Andrei Svechnikov's "Michigan" Goal. Brutal hits. How will Blues recover from Taransenko being out for season? Steve Yzerman makes another trade in Detroit, will there be another trade? Some milestones from the upcoming week. Weekly picks, and more.
2019-11-0140 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 4: Red Wings Jersey's to Retire, Jack Hughes First Goal, Wild Struggling, and Weekly PicksJoe and Zack discuss the 7 Red Wings whose jersey's need to be retired. Has Jack Hughes arrived? Teams on red hot starts. The Wild struggle in Minnesota, and the weekly picks.
2019-10-2436 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 3: Weekly Recap, Top 10 "Duos" of All-Time, Hot and Cold Starts, Game PicksJoe and Zack review week 1 including Mike Babcock's decision to not play Auston Matthews, Josh Ho-Sang looking for a trade. Review Hockey Writers top 10 Duos of all-time, And weekly picks are made.
2019-10-1837 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 2: Week 1 Recap, Detroit Red Wings Review, Overblown Fan PredictionsJoe and Zack review the opening week of NHL season. Discuss good and bad starts for individual players and teams. Joe makes "Overblown" fan predictions, and high light 5 games from the upcoming week.
2019-10-1128 minThe Lighter Side PodEpisode 1: Inaugural PodcastJoe and Zack talk opening week of the NHL season. Talk top prospects for 2019-20 and make their picks for Rookie of the Year as well as Stanley Cup Champion pick.
2019-10-0426 min