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Franchising specialist Erik Van Horn reveals the secrets he uses as a franchisee, consultant, investor and entrepreneur. Join us every Tuesday to learn tactical and practical tools that will help you buy, grow, and sell franchises like an expert.
Erik Van Horn hosts Franchise Secrets Podcast, a business show with 100 episodes published.
What happens when you walk away from a stable healthcare career to start selling window blinds? In this episode of Franchise Secrets, George Huizinga shares the unexpected journey that led him from managing nursing homes
Most franchise buyers are using AI the wrong way. AI can be a powerful tool for franchise research, FDD breakdowns, Item 19 analysis, Item 20 review, competitive research, and buy-or-pass decision making. But if you're u
Two friends. Two franchise brands. Both blindsided by the same private equity playbook. I break down what happened — the right of first refusal trap, the replacement cost game, the "second bite of the apple" pitch — and
What happens when AI becomes a requirement instead of an advantage? In this episode, Erik Van Horn sits down with Shaina Denny to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming franchising, why most brands are still
The pet care industry is changing fast—and for franchise owners, it may be one of the most overlooked opportunities in business ownership. In this episode, Erik Van Horn sits down with Shaina Denny, founder of Dogdrop, t
What makes a business truly valuable? In this rewind episode, Scott Abbott breaks down the mindset behind building companies that can scale, thrive without the founder, and eventually become valuable acquisition targets.
In this solo episode of the Franchise Secrets Podcast, Erik Van Horn breaks down how he's actually using AI inside his businesses — not for hype, but to create real leverage, save time, and scale expertise. Erik shares:
In this episode, Erik breaks down how the way you operate your franchise today determines what it's worth tomorrow. Whether you're planning to exit in 2 years or 20, buyers are already doing the math on you — and if you'
Most franchises don't fail because the idea is bad… They fail because they scale too early. In this episode, we break down: Why rushing to franchise can lead to long-term problems The importance of battle-testing your co
Most franchisors think raising capital is about having the perfect pitch. It's not. In this episode, we break down what actually happens when you go out to raise money—and why hearing "no" over and over again is not fail
Most founders think raising money is the goal—but what if it's actually the mistake? In this episode, we break down the biggest mistake founders make when raising capital—and how getting it wrong can slow growth, increas
Choosing the right business entity isn't just about LLC vs C-Corp — it's about aligning your structure with the type of investors you want, your risk tolerance, and your long-term goals. In this episode, we break down: H
Most business owners think working harder is the answer. But what if the real problem… is you? In this episode, Tim Roberts, a 21-year franchise owner and multi-unit operator, shares the hard truth behind why even succes
Most founders think scaling means doing more. Hello Sugar did the opposite. In this episode, Brigham shares how partnering with the right franchise system dramatically reduced his time spent on sales and unlocked faster
Most people think franchising is a shortcut to success. It's not. After building 42 locations over 20+ years, I've made mistakes that cost me time, money, and opportunities—and I see other franchisees making the exact sa
Most entrepreneurs approach investing completely differently than seasoned investors. Entrepreneurs often think: "How do I make this work?" Investors think: "How do I avoid losing money?" In this episode of Franchise Sec
What if hiring the right assistant could completely change the way you run your business? In this episode, Erik Van Horn sits down with Kasim Aslam to talk about why most entrepreneurs hire virtual assistants the wrong w
Everyone sees the explosive growth stories. No one sees the infrastructure behind them. Franchise growth isn't luck. It's systems, process, lead flow, speed-to-lead, territory checks, CRM automation, discovery frameworks
Most entrepreneurs think wealth is about making more money. But that's not the real game. In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik and Justin break down: * Why some deals sell for massive multiples * What private equit
At a recent franchise event, two brands presented nearly identical revenue numbers. One claimed 15% EBITDA margins. The other claimed 35% EBITDA margins. That's a massive difference. So who's right? In this episode of Fr
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Franchise Secrets Podcast is hosted by Erik Van Horn. The show is categorised under business (entrepreneurship) and has published 100 episodes.
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