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What's Your Next?
Franchise Escape Plan: How to Transition from Layoff or Burnout to Business Ownership
Starting a business is a dream for many, but the risks and uncertainties often hold people back. Franchising offers a unique path to business ownership, especially for those seeking an escape from the corporate grind or recovering from a layoff. 🔎 Understanding the Franchise Escape PlanThe idea of a "franchise escape plan" is centered on leveraging the structure and support of franchising to transition from a traditional 9-to-5 job to business ownership. For those feeling overwhelmed, unappreciated, or simply unfulfilled, franchising provides a way to gain financial independence and reclaim control over one's prof...
2025-05-16
10 min
What's Your Next?
Unlocking Your Future: A Guide to Franchise Ownership Success
In today's world, many people seek alternatives to the traditional 9-to-5 lifestyle. Franchising offers a compelling path to entrepreneurship, enabling individuals to own and operate businesses while leveraging proven systems. In this article, we explore the essentials of franchise ownership based on the insights from Stacey Riska, a seasoned franchise matchmaker.Why Consider Franchising?Franchising provides a unique opportunity for aspiring business owners to step into a model with a higher success rate compared to starting from scratch. Unlike solo ventures, which have a daunting 90% failure rate by year five, franchises boast a 90...
2025-04-22
28 min
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1286: Next Level Franchise Group: Escape the 9-to-5 and Find Your Dream Business with Franchise Matchmaker Stacey Riska
The daily grind can feel like a slow drain, where every week blurs into the next, and the idea of something better starts to feel like just a fantasy. Watching others escape the corporate world and build something of their own only adds to the frustration—why them and not you? The truth is, breaking free isn’t about taking reckless risks; it’s about finding a smart way to transition from security to independence. The real dream isn’t just quitting a job—it’s creating a life where work finally feels like it matters. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QiKP...
2025-04-18
28 min
What's Your Next?
Exploring the Path to Entrepreneurship Through Franchising
Entrepreneurship offers a fulfilling yet challenging journey for individuals who dream of starting their own business. 🤔 What is Franchising?Franchising is a business model that allows individuals to own and operate a business under the established brand, systems, and support of a larger organization. It provides entrepreneurs with a proven roadmap to success while mitigating some risks associated with starting a business from scratch.🏗️ Models of Franchise OwnershipFranchises cater to a wide range of entrepreneurial goals, lifestyles, and budgets. Here are the primary models of franchise ownership...
2025-01-07
29 min
StoryBuilders Podcast
Should You Launch Your Own Business, Buy Someone Else's, or Get a Franchise? with Stacey Riska
Send us a textStacey Riska, entrepreneur, franchise educator, and founder of Next Level Franchise Group, joins Andrew Biernat on StoryBuilders to share her journey from corporate life to successful franchise owner and business matchmaker. Stacey’s path—from launching her own business to scaling, selling, and guiding others into franchising—offers a masterclass in resilience, strategy, and pursuing your passion.Key Takeaways:The Fast Track to Business Success: Stacey explains how franchising offers a proven system for entrepreneurs seeking faster profitability and lower risk compared to starting from scratch.Scal...
2024-12-16
29 min
What's Your Next?
Discover Your Future with Pillar to Post: The Premier Home Inspection Franchise Opportunity
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comAre you looking for a business opportunity that combines flexibility, financial security, and the potential for significant growth? Pillar to Post, the leading home inspection franchise in North America, may be the perfect match for your entrepreneurial aspirations. Here’s why you should consider this opportunity:Proven Business Model: With over 30 years of experience and a robust system backed by its parent company, Service Brands, Pillar to Post stands as a leader in the home inspection industry.Flexibility and Freedom: This franchise allows you to...
2024-04-25
36 min
What's Your Next?
Unleashing the Power of Your Franchise Investment: Mastering the ROI Calculator
https://www.nextlevelfranchisegroup.com/franchise-return-on-investment-calculatorIn the bustling world of franchising, understanding and maximizing your Return on Investment (ROI) is crucial for success. The latest episode of "What's You Are Next" podcast dives deep into this topic, offering invaluable insights for aspiring business owners. Hosted by the dynamic duo, Dave and Stacey Riska, this episode not only educates on the financial aspects of franchising but also emphasizes the importance of aligning your investment with your personal goals.Key Takeaways:Understanding ROI in Franchising: ...
2024-03-29
17 min
What's Your Next?
The ROI Blueprint: Navigating Financials to Spot a Winning Franchise
Diving into the world of franchising can be both exciting and overwhelming. With thousands of options available, how do you choose the right one? The key lies in understanding the Return on Investment (ROI) and other crucial factors that contribute to a franchise's success. Here's a simplified guide to help you navigate through the financials and spot a winning franchise.Key Takeaways:Understanding ROI: ROI is a critical factor but shouldn't be the sole criterion for evaluating a franchise. It's essential to...
2024-03-19
12 min
What's Your Next?
Avoid the Pitfalls: Essential Insurance Tips for New Entrepreneurs!
Insurance is often a topic many shy away from, but for aspiring business owners, it's an essential aspect of ensuring the longevity and security of your venture. Here are some key takeaways from this in-depth interview with insurance expert Nicolas “Nico” Lares:Insurance is a Must for Business Owners: It's not just about legal compliance; insurance is about transferring risk and protecting your business's future.The Journey into Insurance: Nico's entry into the insurance industry was unplanned, highlighting that many professionals in the field find their path unexpectedly, often leading to a fulfilling career.Un...
2024-03-11
31 min
What's Your Next?
Crack the Code: Unveiling the Secrets of Franchise ROI
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comDiscovering the potential return on investment (ROI) in franchising can seem daunting, but it's crucial for aspiring and current franchisees. This blog post simplifies the concept of franchise ROI, making it easy to understand and evaluate for anyone looking to invest in a franchise.Key Takeaways:-Understanding ROI: ROI is a critical factor when evaluating a franchise opportunity. It helps determine the potential return on your investment compared to other investment options.
2024-03-05
12 min
What's Your Next?
Unlocking Success in Franchising: Beyond Familiarity
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comPrevious Funding Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VtWr3_-MSogDiving into the world of franchising can be an exhilarating journey toward business ownership. Yet, many aspiring entrepreneurs hesitate, bogged down by misconceptions about the need for industry experience. In this concise, bullet-pointed blog post, we debunk the myth that familiarity is a prerequisite for franchise success, drawing insights from the enlightening podcast episode of "What's Your're Next."Key Takeaways:Familiarity Misconception: The...
2024-02-22
08 min
What's Your Next?
Warning: Are You Losing Sleep Over Franchise Funding
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comTitle: "Unlocking Franchise Success: Navigating the World of Funding"Key Takeaways from the Podcast:Franchise Funding Basics:You don't need 100% of the money upfront to acquire a franchise.Various funding opportunities are available, often requiring less than 50% personal capital.Understanding Franchise Costs:Initial costs include franchise fees, training fees, and possibly build-out expenses for brick-and-mortar locations.Plan for cash flow needs, including marketing and operational expenses for the first few months.Funding Options:SBA Loans: Common and diverse...
2024-02-01
07 min
What's Your Next?
Join The Fastest Growing Painting Franchise - That 1 Painter
Would you like to own a business that's SIMPLE, PROFITABLE and provides done-for-you MARKETING and CALL CENTER SUPPORT? 🤩Watch the replay of our webinar featuring That 1 Painter franchise - the fastest growing painting franchise! 🖌️You might be thinking "I'm not a painter." "I don't see myself owning a painting business." AWESOME! Because you DO NOT need any prior painting experience and once you see what a lucrative opportunity this is, you'll be clamoring to know if it's available in your area.
2024-01-23
27 min
What's Your Next?
Fear, Funding and Familiarity - The 3 F’s That Keep People From Pursuing Business Ownership - Part 1: Fear
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comThe 3 F’s That Keep People From Pursuing Business Ownership - Part 1: FearIn the world of franchising, fear is a common but conquerable obstacle. Here's a concise, bullet-point summary of key insights from the "What's Your Next" podcast episode on tackling fear when buying a franchise:Defining Fear: Often, fear is simply 'False Evidence Appearing Real.' It's a natural part of the franchise acquisition process.Common Fears:Security Loss: Transitioning from a stable job to being your own bo...
2024-01-10
08 min
What's Your Next?
Unlocking the Potential: The Best Franchises for Aspiring Business Owners
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comHot Topic for Aspiring Business Owners: Exploring the best franchises to own, following up on our discussion about various business types.Choosing the Right Franchise: Key criteria include profitability, strong support, a proven system, and a solid brand reputation.Top Franchise Categories:Children and Education: High demand due to being essential services.Pet Care: Increasing expenditure on pets makes this a lucrative option.Home Services: Covers a wide range, from lawn care to home repairs, driven by constant need.Senior...
2024-01-01
11 min
What's Your Next?
Choosing Your Path to Business Ownership: Starting from Scratch, Buy Existing Business, or Franchising
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comAre you dreaming of escaping the corporate nine-to-five grind and starting your own business? If so, you're in the right place! In this episode of "What's Your Next?" Dave and Stacey Riska, a husband-and-wife franchising duo, discuss the various options for business ownership and the pros and cons of each. Let's break it down in a simple, skimmable format:Three Paths to Business Ownership:Starting a Business from Scratch:Pros:Your business, your rules.Unleash your creativity.Flexibility in work hours.Cons...
2023-12-14
10 min
What's Your Next?
What are Some of the Key Benefits of Franchise Business Opportunities
We're going to cover something which is when you are taking a deep dive into the world of business ownership one of the very best ways and most exciting avenues for entrepreneurship is franchise business opportunities. We are going to discuss what are some of the key benefits of franchise business opportunitiesSo a lot of people have misconceptions about it because they think, ooh, franchise, right? McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King; it's all french fries and fast food. So here are some fun stats to start off our discussion today. How many d...
2023-11-29
09 min
What's Your Next?
From Service to Success: A Military Couple's Journey into Franchise Ownership
Are you dreaming of owning your own business but not sure where to start? Janna and Peter, a husband-wife duo, share their inspiring journey from military service to successful franchise ownership in this episode of “What’s Your Next”. They worked with Franchise Dream Matchmaker Stacey Riska to find the perfect business opportunity, and their story is a testament to the possibilities that await when you take that entrepreneurial leap. Here’s their story, summarized for easy reading:Background:Janna was a probation officer, law enforcement officer, and Air Force military...
2023-11-29
35 min
What's Your Next?
50 Shades of Opportunity Owning A Black Optix Tint Franchise
Are you ready to seize an amazing opportunity where you can own an in-demand tinting and auto-styling business? Watch the replay of this electrifying webinar, "Shades of Opportunity: Discover Black Optix Tint Franchise Ownership," where we'll unveil how you can own this solid franchise business. The Black Optix Tint Difference: Learn what makes Black Optix Tint unique and discover why it's not just a business; it's a journey towards your prosperity and freedom. Franchise Triumph Secrets: Hear from current franchise owners who share their success secrets and h...
2023-11-08
38 min
What's Your Next?
Do I Really Have to Sign the Franchise Disclosure Document Item 23?
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are so excited because we finally reached the review of the final item of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). If you've been hanging in there with us, we know this is a lot of information, but it's worth understanding the FDD and what you are agreeing to. If you've reviewed this information and looked this over in-depth and learned about the different items of the FDD, then you are going to most likely make a much better decision about your perfect choice of...
2023-10-11
05 min
What's Your Next?
The Entire Franchise Deal - FDD Item 22
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comGuess what, imagine this, we're going to be covering another item in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), but we promise we are really close to the end. If you've been following along with us through all the Items of the FDD, you're probably worn out by now. The good news, this is a short item. It's item 22.Item 22 of the FDD has to do with overall contracts, and I would call it the disclosure of contracts to you in this particular item...
2023-10-06
04 min
What's Your Next?
Is Your Franchisor Having Financial Difficulties? Find Out in Franchise Disclosure Document Item 21
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comCan you imagine that there are 23 Items in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). We are closing in on the end covering all the Items, and we are now covering Item 21 which is the financial statements of the franchisor in general.The most important part about this Item is that there are two sets of financial statements that are covered in this particular item of the FDD: one is the statement of cash flows or the income statement for the last three years, and...
2023-09-27
04 min
What's Your Next?
Becoming a Grandmapreneur: Never Too Late to Chase Your Dreams
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comHello, everyone! Welcome back to another episode of "What's Your Next." I'm Stacey Riska, your expert franchise matchmaker, here to help you find a business that's a perfect match for you. Today, we have a special guest, Connie Inukai of Write Your Selfie. Connie is not just an author and inventor, but also what we affectionately call a "grandmapreneur." Today, we'll dive into her inspiring story, her inventions, and the businesses she's running. You're in for a treat, so let's get started!
2023-09-26
35 min
What's Your Next?
Is Your Franchise Closing Locations ... Find Out in Item 20
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comSo we are back on the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) looking at item 20 and it’s a doozy. It's a prominent item in that there are a lot of numbers and facts and figures that are covered in this Item regarding the number of units within a franchise being disclosed. In this particular Item, it's not like Item 19 where there's a lot of flexibility in how the numbers and info are presented regarding the operations of their franchises. This one is more regarding the actual num...
2023-09-14
14 min
The Married In Business Podcast with Hosts Jen & Kyle Behnke
From Curiosity to Success- The journey of franchise Seekers with Dave and Stacey Riska
From Curiosity to Success- The journey of franchise Seekers with Dave and Stacey Riska | The Married in Business Podcast with Hosts Jen Behnke & Kyle Behnke owners of UFL Services Inc. #MarriedInBusiness #UFLServicesInc #BusinessPodcast #FamilyBusiness #FranchiseSeekers #DaveRiska #StaceyRiska Next Level Franchise Group Website: https://nextlevelfranchisegroup.com/ Dave Riska LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/next-level-dave/ Stacey Riska LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceyriska/ NL Franchise Group: https://www.youtube.com/@UCkQ4U03QBcCtVnEphZfJogQ 0:00 - Preview0:34 - Introduction of the Riskas! 0:59 - What are the current popular franchises and how is it going during this economic climate?7:30 - When starting...
2023-09-06
30 min
What's Your Next?
The Granddaddy of the Franchise Disclosure Document - Item 19
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comFor those of you who have been following us along, we're going back to the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and we're covering the granddaddy of all the Items (of the FDD), which is Item 19. We're gonna learn what is Item 19, and why is it important and give you some advice on how to follow up on Item 19 if you're evaluating a franchise. What is Item 19 from a 10,000-foot view?Item 19, it's the biggie, it's the big k...
2023-08-15
14 min
What's Your Next?
Multi-Unit or Single Unit … That is the Franchise Question
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comGreat news … we are not going through the Franchise Disclosure Document in this post, we are actually going to be covering something that you will be exposed to likely if you are investigating a franchise, if the franchise has this opportunity available for you, and that is what is a Multi-unit Franchise.Multi-Unit or Single Unit … That is the Franchise QuestionWe will walk through what a multi-unit franchise is, and how to evaluate a single-unit franchisor versus a mult...
2023-08-02
11 min
The Fractional Executive Podcast with Ryan Kauth
How to Get Out of Your Own Way with "Small Business" Stacey Riska
Do you have a small business and need some help and guidance in order to get it down the right path? Well that is STACEY! That is what she does and that is what she shares with us on this episode of The Fractional Executive with host Ryan Kauth! How to Get Out of Your Own Way with "Small Business" Stacey Riska | The Fractional Executive with Ryan Kauth Stacey's Main Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-riska-tupss/ Stacey's Other LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/staceyriska/NextLevel Franchise Group: http://www.nextlevelfranchisegroup.comMauiWowi Website: https://www.mauiwowifranchise.com/ #ceo...
2023-07-24
18 min
What's Your Next?
You Can Own A Business Of Caring: How Right At Home Franchise Is Transforming Lives and Bottom Lines!
Are you ready to make a difference while building a thriving business? Watch the replay of this webinar as we unveil the incredible world of Right At Home Franchise, where compassion meets entrepreneurship. Here's what you'll learn during this exciting event: Explore the booming and lucrative senior care industry: Tap into a thriving market that offers immense potential for growth and success.See how the proven Right At Home franchise model sets you up for success: Discover how our comprehensive support and innovative systems empower you to thrive as a busi...
2023-07-20
38 min
What's Your Next?
IKIGAI: The Magic Word That Will Give You A Happy, Healthy, Sustainable and Prosperous Life
IKIGAI - no it’s not a new buzzword. But it is a word you’ll want to understand if you want a happy, healthy, sustainable and prosperous life.On this episode of “What’s Your Next?” Stacey interviews Emille Bryant to unlock the secrets of living a fulfilled and purposeful life. You’ll learn:How to align your inner desires with the outer worldWake up every day excited because you’re living a life full of passion and purposeThe secrets of living a fulfilled and purposeful...
2023-07-14
47 min
What's Your Next?
What Happens When a Public Figure is Involved With Your Franchise - Franchise Disclosure Document Item 18 Disclosed
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are continuing on with the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), and for those who've been following along with us, we've covered Items 1 to 17 previously (check them out). Now we're going to be going through Item 18 of the FDD, which really has to do with disclosure of the involvement of any public figures in that franchise. And it's a little bit of a tricky item in that there's really not a lot that you can do about this particular item. Meaning that if you have some type of...
2023-07-10
08 min
What's Your Next?
SprayNet - Own A Franchise That Is Transforming The Home Services Industry
Discover the Future of Home Improvement! SprayNet - Own A Franchise That Is Transforming The Home Services Industry Are you ready to own a business that is revolutionizing the way homes are transformed? Watch the replay to learn about SprayNet - a unique franchise that's making waves in the home improvement industry. Get ready for inspiration, innovation, and opportunity as we showcase SprayNet, the game-changer in the home improvement market! Here's a sneak peek at what you can expect: Lear...
2023-06-30
39 min
What's Your Next?
How Do You Exit a Franchise - Franchise Disclosure Document Item 17
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comToday we're marching forward again into Item 17 of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which is an interesting item. Item 17 has to do with the end of your franchise agreement, meaning that when you acquire a franchise, one thing you highly want to consider when acquiring it is having some type of exit strategy before you even get started. What Item 17 really covers is what are the options when you reach the end of your franchise agreement's life. For instance, one of those is renewal. In o...
2023-06-29
11 min
What's Your Next?
Franchise Fusion: How A Serial Entrepreneur Meshed Passion and Profit To Start A Franchise From Scratch
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.com👍 Maybe you have a great product or service and you’re wondering how to grow and scale the business. Could franchising be a good option? What’s involved? What are the advantages? What are the roadblocks?💰 All of these questions and more are answered in this episode of What’s Your Next.You’ll hear from Denise Lawrence a #femalegogetter who after 36 years in the non-profit world decided to start and launch a national franchise.📈 She shares what was involved in doing...
2023-06-19
33 min
What's Your Next?
Franchise Disclosure Document Item 16 Secrets You Should Know
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comToday we're going to be diving into another section of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). There are 23 sections and we highly encourage you to go back and learn about some of the previous Items that we have covered. Some of these Items are progressive, so you will have reviewed some precursor information that sometimes shows up later in later Items of the FDD.Item 16 of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is really an extension, a little bit, of Item 15. It spells out the
2023-06-14
09 min
What's Your Next?
How You Can Be Part Of The #1 Real Estate Investing "We Buy Ugly Houses" Business
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWould you like to learn how you can become part of the ""We Buy Ugly Houses"" brand?🏘️ How you can become part of the #1 buyer of houses in America🛠️ How you can buy distressed properties from sellers who are in tough ""ugly"" situations and help others in financial need🤝 The benefits of partnering with We Buy Ugly Houses and how it can help grow your real estate portfolio🤩 Real-life case studies of successful We Buy Ugly Houses...
2023-06-09
47 min
What's Your Next?
Stressed Out: What Every Business Owner Needs To Know
There's a 5-letter word affecting aspiring and current business owners that is negatively impacting their health. This 5-letter word is STRESS 😞. But don't stress about it LOL. 🤣This episode of What's Your Next features Dr. Raynette Ilg, a naturopath and owner of Olive Branch Wellness Center in South Elgin, IL who shares:What stress isHow stress affects the body 🏃♀️What is vital in managing stress 💀The specific things you can do to improve productivityWhat you should - and shouldn't eat (don't worry you'll love what she shares) 🍩The gut...
2023-06-09
50 min
What's Your Next?
Zoom Room - A Franchise for Pet Lovers That is Pawsome!
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comDo you have a passion for 4-legged friends? 🐕Would you like to own a business that boasts more 5-star ratings than any other dog training business in America?And even better boasts a six-figure profitability model?Join us for a fun and educational event where you'll learn:🐶 Trends in the pet care industry 🐾 How you can own a dog training gym with an emphasis on socialization 🦮 What prime territories are available (so you can grab one b...
2023-05-30
24 min
What's Your Next?
Franchise Disclosure Document Item 15 Full Review
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comMany people who acquire a franchise want to know if they can be kicked out of that franchise. If you are one of them you are going to want to read Item 15 of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) closely.Item 15 has to do with your obligations in the participation of the franchise itself. In this particular item, there are multiple pieces as far as what the requirements are for you and what you should be doing as a franchisee. Ownership TypeTh...
2023-05-21
09 min
What's Your Next?
Franchise Disclosure Document Item 14 Secrets Revealed
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are now continuing with a previous topic that we had been covering before which is the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). In particular, we have kind of worked through what they call the Items of the FDD. We've walked through Item 1 to Item 13, and now we are discussing Item 14. If you haven't listed to or seen our previous podcasts we do recommend you go back and visit those because a lot of these items can be progressive, meaning that a previous item will lead to an item later on...
2023-05-10
04 min
What's Your Next?
Are Franchise Fees Worth It?
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comSo we are going on another rant. A lot of times when we talk to people about franchises they get very defensive about having to pay quote-unquote franchise fees or royalties. What we want to discuss today is why these fees are very important to what you are acquiring (when buying a franchise), and in most cases are a good thing, not a bad thing, when you acquire a good franchise. We’ll start off by laying out what are some of the ty...
2023-05-03
17 min
What's Your Next?
Is Replacing Your Employment Income Possible in Year One of Owning A Franchise?
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe’re on a little bit of a rant and here's what happened. We were talking to a franchisee candidate who was really interested in owning a business. They were currently in a job that they hated and a common mantra that we hear all the time. All the typical reasons. I hate my boss, I hate my company. I know I'm next on the chopping block for layoffs, and if I'm gonna work this hard why should I do it building somebody else's wealth instead of mine? The pe...
2023-04-24
19 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 13 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comThere are 23 items in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and we're going to give a brief review of Item 13. If you haven’t been following along with our reviews of the previous FDD items you might want to check those out if you haven't because a lot of these are progressive, meaning they lead into some of the future items that you would need to know information from items previously to kind of understand these particular items. Item 13, pertains to trademarks, copyrights, and other intellectual property that yo...
2023-04-11
09 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 12 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are going to be looking at Item number 12 of the FDD, the Franchise Disclosure Document, what it’s about, and why it's important. If you have been following along we've done the previous ones Items 1 to 11. So please go back and check those out and learn what a lot of those have built up to some of these later items that we're getting into now. Item number 12 is really important for those types of franchises where there is a built-in territory, meaning there's a ge...
2023-03-23
06 min
What's Your Next?
Why Franchises Are More Tempting Than A Cinnabon - Stacey Riska, CFC's interview on The Mosaic Life
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comHOSTS NAME: Laura WagenknechtNo one wakes up today and says "I want to buy a franchise." But many people are very curious about it. That's why Laura Wagenknecht, of Mosaic Business Consulting, interviewed Stacey Riska, CFC on her podcast "The Mosaic Life" to learn more about the franchise business model. A mosaic is a bunch of pieces and when put together, make up the whole in a beautiful way. This show dives deep into the things you'll want to consider when and if you...
2023-03-09
22 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 11 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are picking up where we left off before where we are reviewing the different items that are in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). We've covered all the way up to Item 10 in our previous episode. So please go back and watch those if you get a chance. You'll learn a lot about Item 11 if you do that. We want to start with a disclaimer we are not attorneys, so you should seek professional legal advice in addition to what you're learning here today which is we are covering...
2023-03-05
09 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 10 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're continuing on in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and we're gonna be today looking at Item/Section 10, which directly relates to the financial arrangements of the franchisor and the franchisee. And this section is a little bit complicated in that when you go to acquire a franchise, you may get some financial benefits from the franchisor and you may be getting some benefits from a third party as far as financing to acquire your franchise. So what this particular section tries to lay out are those...
2023-02-08
04 min
What's Your Next?
Pro Golfer Turns Business Owner: Accounting Lessons Every Small Business Owner Needs To Know
“I hate doing bookkeeping.”“I don’t understand any of my numbers.“Taxes? Ugh I have no idea how to plan and leverage my business for tax advantages.Sounds familiar? Then you’re going to want to listen to this entire episode of “What’s Your Next?” feature Anne Gannon of The Largo Group.Anne’s story is so inspirational as she shares her journey of becoming a pro-golfer and then deciding her passion is “business” and “economics”. She ends up starting her...
2023-01-28
37 min
What's Your Next?
Health Insurance, Success, and Your Story - Advice for Aspiring Business Owners From The Inspirational Health Guy
When you're exploring business ownership, you're probably not thinking about health insurance. But you should be.You should also have a mission of HOPE: Helping Other People Everyday.Watch this episode of "What's Your Next" featuring Mark Brodinsky, The Inspirational Health Guy, and learn about: How can you do all of that? What should you know about health insurance options? How can you be a story of inspiration to those you serve?Life lessons from an Emmy Award Winner! Yes Mark is an EMMY award winnerT...
2023-01-28
39 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 9 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're going to be covering the basics of Item/Section 9 of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). If you've been following along, we've been covering the previous items in the Franchise Disclosure Document and in Item/Section 9, it's an actually interesting item of the Franchise Disclosure Document in and of itself that it doesn't really give you a whole lot of new information that you're going to need to review. It is more like the table of contents to figure out where you can find all of the expense...
2023-01-23
03 min
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The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 8 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comHere were continuing with dissecting the items in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and we are reviewing the basics of Section/Item 8. We want to start with one clarification. One of our listeners actually made us aware of a correction that we probably should make, we've been referring in the FDD to the different parts of it as sections. The reality of it is one of those things that we’ve seen in different terms, but most people refer to them as items. So we're goi...
2023-01-12
04 min
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The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe’re covering another section in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), and this one is a biggie … this is section/item number seven. This section/item is really where a lot of people spend a lot of time evaluating what their total investment is going to look like in acquiring and running this franchise on an ongoing basis.Previously we've kind of given you the framework for section/item five and section/item six. This is really giving you the broad-stroke picture of what...
2022-12-07
07 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 6 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe've been covering the 23 sections/items that make up this legal document, the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), that you will review before you acquire a franchise. Specifically, we will be talking about section/item six, which is along the lines of expenses. It's really other fees and expenses in the operations of your franchise that you're looking to acquire.And as we noted in our previous podcast, it's a little bit gray between sections/items five, six and seven in that sometimes these things get...
2022-11-25
04 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 5 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're going to be covering section/item five of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which is the initial franchise fee. These are the fees involved in acquiring the franchise, typically the franchise fees, advertising fees, and your royalties here. So essentially it's what are you going to put out of your pocket to the franchisor before you even get to the point where you're going to start operating. In section/item five it's going to be the upfront cost that you're going to need to invest monetarily...
2022-11-23
04 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 4 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are still dissecting the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). These 23 sections/items of legal information are critical to making a decision about whether or not to acquire a franchise. We've been through the first three sections/items in previous posts so check them out. If you want to learn more about what the FDD is, and why it was created, go back to the first episode which kind of gives you the history and what it's really about. Now we are covering bankruptcy, and what specifically we're...
2022-11-13
04 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 3 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're continuing on from previous posts plowing through the Franchise Disclosure Document, also known as the FDD. As we mentioned previously there are 23 sections in this FDD. We are going to be reviewing one of the sections, Section 3/Item 3, which is truly what I consider to be very important, which is knowing the good standing of the franchisor that you're about to get married with and any litigation history of that franchise.So what are some of the things that people might get concerned about...
2022-11-08
04 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 2 Explained
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comFrom our previous posts/episodes we've been reviewing the Franchise Disclosure Document, also known as the FDD. In our last post/episode, we covered section one, which had to do with the organizational structure of the franchisor itself. Today we're gonna be going and diving into Section/Item Two, which is about the leadership of the organizations.What’s in Section/Item Two might stand out from a franchisee reviewing an FDD?I like section two because it gives you the background of th...
2022-10-30
02 min
What's Your Next?
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 1 Explained
The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 1 Explainedhttps://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comFrom our last episode, we learned what is a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), and we learned the meaning of the Franchise Disclosure Document. What we're going to do in this episode is we're actually going to look at one of the sections/items, section/item number one and we're going to walk through and give you a little bit of information about what you would expect to find in this section in FDD.So overall, section...
2022-10-23
04 min
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A Day in the Life Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're doing these questions during due diligence in categories to keep things organized. Putting your questions in categories is something that you should make sure that you do in your due diligence as it is really easy to get lost in the phase of asking franchisees questions. If you don't have a very organized structure to these due diligence questions when you're asking them we really encourage you to try to keep them lumped together. We've done this for you. You can get a list of these and the link...
2022-09-24
09 min
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You're Hired! How Staffing Franchises are Making the World a Better Place
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comThe temporary staffing industry is BOOMING! It's on track to generate a projected $185 billion in North America this year.Imagine yourself in a business that's ranked in the top 25 of Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 list! New offices average over $6.1 million in just their first two years, and mature offices averaging $6.7 million annually. (see their FDD for more details).Watch the replay below of this event and learn about how YOU can own a business that offers: Recurring revenue Flexible schedule Clients, candidates and communities tha...
2022-09-24
30 min
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What is the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) in 6 Minutes of Less
https://NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're going to cover the exciting topic of the Franchise Disclosure Document. What is a Franchise Disclosure Document? It's often referred to as the F D D, has a whole mess of Items (Sections) and is often a massive document. Before we dig in I'm going to start off with a disclaimer. We are not attorneys, and we highly recommend that you get and seek legal advice when reviewing this document.What we're going to be doing is just reviewing the FDD in concept...
2022-09-18
07 min
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7 Top Statistics Answered About the Franchise Industry
https://NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comToday what we have on tap for you is just where does the franchise industry currently stand today as far as its breadth and depth. And I think what's really interesting about all of these statistics we're going to go through is the amount that they've grown in just a short period of time. Now I do want to disclaim a couple of things here. Number one, these franchise industry statistics come from different sources, including Entrepreneur Magazine and the International Franchise Association. What we’ve seen is th...
2022-09-03
08 min
What's Your Next?
Support Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're continuing on with the questions to ask franchisees during due diligence, and I'm going to ask Stacey three questions. She's going to answer as if she were a franchisee talking to another franchisee, looking at the current franchise that we run today. And she's also going to give you some perspective on why she feels. This is such an important question and maybe some add-on questions. How does the franchisor provide ongoing support?The franchisor actually has some good systems in place. They...
2022-08-27
08 min
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How to Explode Your Profits in Your Franchise Business in Year Two and Beyond
https://NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWhen you invest in a franchise, you'll likely get a lot of support and hand-holding the first year.Call it the honeymoon period.But then . . . .Years 2 and beyond, you start to feel a bit more alone. Things get more complicated. Maybe it's more locations. Maybe it's more staff. Maybe it's cash flow.Let's call it growing pains.How can you assure you're set up for success over the long-term in your franchise business?...
2022-08-21
28 min
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Performance Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are continuing on the questions to ask franchisees during the due diligence phase. Now, these are not all the questions that you can ask, these are just some really important questions we believe that you should not skip. Today we're covering performance questions and we'll probably talk about Item 19 here.What do you think would cause a franchisee to fail?In our franchise concept what would cause a franchisee to fail, I always loop it back to marketing. I would also...
2022-08-13
08 min
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Relationship Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're back again, to continue discussing questions to ask franchisees during your due diligence phase, we've been asking a lot of questions in a lot of different categories. Prior to this check out our previous episodes/posts on this topic. Today, we're gonna be covering some questions to ask regarding relationships.So question number one on relationships. What do you like most and least about the relationship with your franchisor? It's really going to depend at what phase of franchise ownership you ask t...
2022-07-31
07 min
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The Secrets of Running a Successful Business with Your Spouse EXPOSED
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comYou love your spouse/partner so much you say "I do" to marriage. You love your spouse/partner so much you say "We should own a business together."Is it possible to mix love and business? How can you do it successfully? What roadblocks might you come across?If you've been following us for a while, you know that we are a husband-wife team, having worked together for over 20 years and being happily married for over 30 years.There's a trend on the rise...
2022-07-25
36 min
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Marketing Related Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're continuing with the questions you should be asking franchisees during your due diligence phase of evaluating franchises. We've been through some pretty good questions before and a bunch of different categories. If you want to know what those are, you'll have to go back to previous episodes. But today we're covering one of my favorite topics. I know Stacey's going to be super excited about this one today. These questions, because today we're talking about marketing.So there are three questions. We're going to go, we're...
2022-07-25
08 min
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Leadership Validation Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are continuing on with questions to ask franchisees in our previous few episodes, we've covered many categories of questions you should be asking when doing due diligence during your franchise questioning phase. When you're talking to the franchisees of that franchise to do your due diligence … today our category is leadership validation.So we’ve got three questions today. This is such an important question to ask. What do you feel about the leadership of the franchise?So if you're asking me as a pr...
2022-07-13
09 min
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Goal Achievement Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're continuing questions to ask franchisees. Previously, we've covered some other topics in the previous few episodes, history and competency, competitiveness expectations. Today, we're going to be discussing questions regarding goal achievement. As we've done in the other episodes, I'm going to ask Stacey the question. She is going to answer that from our experience and provide you with why she thinks this is such an important question.So here are some tough questions for today.Would you invest in this franchise if...
2022-07-02
05 min
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Competition Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe are continuing on from our last episode where we're talking about the questions that you should be asking during the due diligence phase of talking to other franchisees while evaluating that franchise.In our last episode, we talked about history and competency. We're going to go through competitiveness questions today. Competitiveness is a really crucial topic. We'll give you some firsthand insight into competitiveness in our own franchise. So there are a couple of questions that we think are important here to ask. So I'm going to ask Stacey, she's...
2022-06-24
07 min
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Expectations Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comWe're back again, to talk about the questions you should be asking franchisees. We went through other categories before today's episode. We're going to be covering expectations, and there are a couple of questions in this category that we think is very critical. What we did in our previous episodes: I'm going to ask Stacey to elaborate on each question. Maybe give an example and why we believe this is so important that you get this information during your due diligence phase of evaluating a franchise
2022-06-13
07 min
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History and Competency Questions To Ask Other Franchisees During Due Diligence
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comToday we're going to do something a little different. We're not going to speak on a specific topic, rather we're going to talk about what are some of the most important questions that you should be asking during due diligence with the franchisees of any franchise that you're investigating. I think this is so important and this is actually the "S" in our proprietary franchise roadmap system. And the "S" actually stands for "serious". It's where you're getting serious and you're doing your due diligence and talking to other...
2022-06-03
07 min
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If I Could Do It All Over Again Part 2
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comLast time in part 1 of “If We Had To Do It All Over Again”, it was a jam-packed episode. We focused on just one area that if we had to do it over again what we would've looked at, which was looking at the franchisor’s strengths and weaknesses. And we laid out a framework of some particular questions we would've asked. More things around product, competition, support and marketing. Now, if you missed that jam-packed episode, there is a link below where you can go back and listen.We wou...
2022-05-31
19 min
What's Your Next?
If I Could Do It All Over Again Part 1
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.com/contactWe have a very exciting topic today, which will actually probably be broken into multiple episodes because we are jam-packed full of content today. So we're just going to go ahead and dive in. Now we always like to start with a myth or fact. So the question for you Dave (my husband and franchise business partner), myth or fact, did we know all of the questions we were supposed to ask to help us pick our perfect franchise?After a long laugh, Dave says Myth.M...
2022-04-19
28 min
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Here Come Some Brand New Ideas for Fitness Franchises
Grab your workout gear. Today we're taking a look at fitness franchises. Together we’ll uncover some brand new franchise concepts that are gaining momentum. We'll also look at some of the pros and cons of acquiring and running a fitness franchise. Let’s start with myth or fact as we always do. Myth or fact: you need to be a fitness workout aficionado in order to be a successful fitness franchise owner. The answer is a myth because you do not need to have to have industry experience for most franchises in orde...
2022-03-04
14 min
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The Simplest Way to Find the Best Franchise
You’re here because you’re thinking about or have thought about buying a franchise. Did you know there are over 4000 franchise concepts you can choose from?How do you choose the one that’s a good fit for you?We’re your franchise placement matchmakers here to help you get to your next level. Most people we speak with are in a job or are in transition and they’re looking for their “next”. What are the different paths they can consider?o Jobo Start a biz from scratcho ...
2022-02-14
13 min
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A Foolproof Guide to Buying a Mobile Franchise
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comMYTH OR FACT:Franchises are brick-and-mortar locationsMYTH!There are different business models when it comes to franchising. One model is brick and mortar - where people come to you. Our favorite is the opposite. A mobile model where we go to the people. The reason we like this model so much is that it gives you a lot of flexibility, especially as you’re getting started with a franchise. It may take a long time to find the perfect brick-and-mortar location, as well as the ti...
2022-02-01
28 min
What's Your Next?
How to Build a Real Estate Empire with Real Estate Franchises
https://www.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comAfter searching our database of over 500+ available franchises I was shocked that I got 89 results for the keyword ‘real estate'.There are many different real estate franchise models. Some are owner-operated. Some are passive income opportunities. Some require a license. Most do not.To help you better understand the opportunities available with real estate franchises, this post will lay out 3 types of real estate franchises, and present you with the pros and cons of each to help you build a real estate empire with re...
2022-01-13
23 min
What's Your Next?
How Education Franchises Can Help You Live a Better Life
https://FranQuiz.NextLevelFranchiseGroup.comAsk a parent what they want for their child a quality education will always come to the top of the list. Whether it’s additional support such as tutoring and/or supplemental education, extracurricular activities and/or sports, from pre-school to high school, parents are spending an enormous amount of money to ensure their kids excel. Why not tap into this growing business category and make a good profit from it?Here are some stats that show the growth potential of education franchises:...
2022-01-01
22 min
What's Your Next?
What's Your Next Podcast - Intro - What's It All About?
Meet Dave and Stacey Riska from Next Level Franchise Group. Both are serial entrepreneurs, franchise owners, and Franchise Placement Specialists and are here to help you figure out What's Your Next?Find What Kind of Franchise is Right for You📚 [Resources] 📝 QUIZ: WHAT FRANCHISE CONCEPT IS RIGHT FOR YOU? https://www.nextlevelfranchisegroup.com/whats-your-perfect-franchise-quiz 💰 FREE FRANCHISE INVESTMENT CALCULATOR https://www.nextlevelfranchisegroup.com/franchise-investment-calculator 📖 FREE E-BOOK: THE ROADMAP TO BUYING A FRANCHISE - IN 9 EASY STEPS
2021-12-26
06 min
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Dream Business Radio #451 On this week’s Dream Business Radio Show, I interview serial entrepreneur, Stacey Riska. Stacey has an amazing story that includes multiple successful businesses, as well as overcoming extreme adversity. Do not miss this powerful show! Download MP3 Connect to Stacey on their website: https://smallbizmarketingspecialist.com/
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Dream Business Radio #388 On this week’s show I interview serial entrepreneur and author, Stacey Riska. Stacey is known interna-tionally as ‘Small Business Stacey’ and through her many companies, she helps small business owners in many niches improve their sales and retention. Stacey and her husband, Digital Dave, are also the founders of “Cups to [...]
2020-04-16
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2020-04-16
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On this episode I interview small business marketing expert and author, Stacey Riska.Stacey is an internationally renowned small business marketing expert and serial entrepreneur. She eats, sleeps, and breathes small business and understands exactly what it takes for the small business owner in any niche or industry to not only survive but to thrive and build the business they dream of.You can learn more about Stacey by visiting SmallBizMarketingSpecialist.com.
2020-03-03
31 min
Podcast | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal
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Is your business struggling to get more leads, more customers, clients or patients, more sales, and more money? Can’t find the time to do marketing… and don’t know what to do even if you had the time? Stacey Riska aka “Small Business Stacey” helps small and local business owners skyrocket their business growth by getting their marketing into ACTION! Tips: When people see my book, they say “Can you do it for me?” Your book is a way to give back. When you write your book, you learn about yourself and your ideas. Be vuln...
2019-09-27
29 min
Top Business Leaders | Write Your Book in a Flash Podcast with Dan Janal
#013 – Stacey Riska, Author of Small Business Marketing Made EZ!
Is your business struggling to get more leads, more customers, clients or patients, more sales, and more money? Can’t find the time to do marketing… and don’t know what to do even if you had the time? Stacey Riska aka “Small Business Stacey” helps small and local business owners skyrocket their business growth by getting their marketing into ACTION! Tips: When people see my book, they say “Can you do it for me?” Your book is a way to give back. When you write your book, you learn about yourself and your ideas. Be vuln...
2019-09-27
29 min
Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank
654: Attention, Connect, Transaction, Invest, Ongoing, Nurture: Take Action and Make Money with Small Business Marketing Specialist Stacey Riska
Small Business Stacey Riska knows firsthand what great marketing can accomplish. She has won numerous awards through her career for her marketing efforts. But not all days in her marketing world were bright, sunny and profitable. In her coffee and smoothie business, which she still runs today, at one point she was $500K in debt […] The post 654: Attention, Connect, Transaction, Invest, Ongoing, Nurture: Take Action and Make Money with Small Business Marketing Specialist Stacey Riska first appeared on Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank.
2019-09-02
28 min
Marketer of the Day with Robert Plank: Get Daily Insights from the Top Internet Marketers & Entrepreneurs Around the World
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Small Business Stacey Riska knows firsthand what great marketing can accomplish. She has won numerous awards through her career for her marketing efforts. But not all days in her marketing world were bright, sunny and profitable. In her coffee and smoothie business, which she still runs today, at one point she was $500K in debt and about to lose it all – her house, her family, her sanity. She harnessed her marketing prowess to tap into the power of using daily deal sites like Groupon, which was a key strategy that took her business from $500K in debt to a 7-figure pr...
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28 min
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Stacey Riska is on a mission to save small business one marketing plan at a time. Stacey knows first hand what great marketing can accomplish. She has won numerous awards through her career for her marketing efforts. But not all days in her marketing world were bright, sunny and profitable. In her coffee and smoothie business, which she still runs today, at one point she was $500K in debt and about to lose it all – her house, her family, her sanity. She harnessed her marketing prowess to tap into the power of using daily deal sites like Gro...
2019-06-21
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Small Business Marketing Made EZ, With Stacey Riska
What’s the difference between the confident business owner who leads the growth of their business vs those who can’t get out of survival mode? It all comes down to this: All successful businesses have a clear marketing strategy that makes everything they do more effective. Unfortunately, many busy small business owners get so caught up in tactical daily marketing execution like building a website, sending email, tweeting, advertising, optimizing a landing page, blogging and so on, that they are not taking the time to work on the decisions that’ll improve the performance of their tactic...
2019-06-04
58 min
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What’s the difference between the confident business owner who leads the growth of their business vs those who can’t get out of survival mode? It all comes down to this: All successful businesses have a clear marketing strategy that makes everything they do more effective. Unfortunately, many busy small business owners get so caught up in tactical daily marketing execution like building a website, sending email, tweeting, advertising, optimizing a landing page, blogging and so on, that they are not taking the time to work on the decisions that’ll improve the performance of their tactic...
2019-06-04
58 min
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2019-04-04
29 min
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Dream Business Radio #338 On this week’s show I interview author and serial entrepreneur, Small Business Stacey Riska. Stacey has gone from the brink of collapse (with $500K in debt) to a profitable 7-figure business. This is one powerful and inspiring interview, do not miss it! Download MP3 Connect with Stacey on her website: www.SmallBizMarketingSpecialist.com
2019-04-04
29 min
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Dream Business Radio #305 On this week’s show I interview Stacey Riska, the author of Small Business Marketing Made EZ and creator of the A.C.T.I.O.N. formula for growing small businesses. Stacey has an incredible backstory and shares a ton of golden nuggets on this powerful interview. Download MP3 Connect with Sanna on her website: www.smallbizmarketingspecialist.com
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Dream Business Radio #305 On this week’s show I interview Stacey Riska, the author of Small Business Marketing Made EZ and creator of the A.C.T.I.O.N. formula for growing small businesses. Stacey has an incredible backstory and shares a ton of golden nuggets on this powerful interview. Download MP3 Connect with Sanna on her website: www.smallbizmarketingspecialist.com
2018-07-26
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2018-02-22
33 min
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Dream Business Radio #284 This week’s episode is another ‘special edition’ as I interview a good friend and superstar entrepreneur, Stacey Riska. Known internationally as ‘Small Business’ Stacey, she is a serial entrepreneur who took one of her businesses from $500K in debt to a 7-figure profitable business. Lots of nuggets in this powerful show [...]
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