If you’ve reached the stage of selecting a franchise brand that aligns with your values,…
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Fear is a master of disguise like Loki from Norse mythology. It creeps into our…
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The first and second parts covered establishing a solid foundation and creating efficient systems. Now,…
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As you transition into franchise ownership, the first 90 days are pivotal. They set the…
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Congratulations! You're transitioning from corporate employment to franchise ownership. The first 90 days of your…
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Feeling trapped in your corporate job? Imagine owning a business where you call the shots…
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Time is both a precious commodity and a formidable adversary. Effective time management isn't just…
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In the streets of Ephesus, in the early Christian community A.D. 60-65, Paul mentors young…
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Franchise ownership success is not a destination but a continuous evolution. As leaders in franchising,…
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The business world is chaotic and unpredictable. However, there exists a silent yet powerful force…
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There are currently over 3000 unique franchise brands in the US today. Each has a…
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Intentional leaders are authentic in everything, including their purpose-driven mission, vision, and values for themselves…
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When I became the first franchisee of ImageFIRST, I was young (33), full of energy,…
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“Life has no rules. That is its mystery and unknown laws. What you call knowledge…
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Fear of the unknown is a natural safeguard for survival and isn’t easy to admit.…
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When you immerse yourself in the present moment, you focus on what you control. Projecting…
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The leaders at the helm—both the franchisor and the franchisee—play a crucial role, independently and…
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Franchise ownership is a life-changing decision that demands careful consideration. The International Franchising Association reports…
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Last August, I hosted a workshop at 36N in Tulsa titled "Buy, Franchise, or Start-up:…
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Congratulations! You've made it through the franchise matching and franchisor due diligence processes, and you're…
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Franchise ownership is a path for investing in yourself. You want to own a business…
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Imagine the business you've created that owns a franchise or multiple units, adding value to…
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Self-awareness isn't a destination; like professional development, it’s the journey of effective leadership. Let's dive…
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Imagine you're highly successful in the corporate world. You made your way up the ladder…
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Are you feeling overwhelmed with your to-do list? You're not alone. During a recent conversation,…
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Meaningful conversations are the lifeblood of effective leadership. Whether they teach, inspire, or develop a…
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As a franchise owner, the journey to success hinges on more than the right location…
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"Know thyself." - Socrates As a franchise owner, your self-awareness is the compass guiding your…
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How does any experience change when approached from the mindset of "I get to" instead…
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Actively participating in the community and engaging in philanthropic efforts demonstrates a commitment to service…
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We explored Portia's success story, highlighting the power of discovering one's core genius and embracing…
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Meet Portia, a hardworking franchise owner passionate about her business and driven to succeed. Her…
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A constant challenge looms in franchise ownership - finding and retaining employees. This challenge isn't…
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In a quiet small town, nestled among antique shops, and decked out in festive Christmas…
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I want to share a personal story that reflects the essence the recent articles about…
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We often find ourselves inspired by those who have achieved greatness – geniuses, innovators, and…
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Effort counts as a double multiplier in one formula for success. One's effort over time…
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Susan B. Anthony challenged the belief in women's inferiority and lack of suffrage rights during…
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Every journey begins with a vision; for Carol, that vision was to be a successful…
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On a stormy summer evening, 30 firefighters worked in the pouring rain, facing a formidable…
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Within the 4 core tenets of leadership lies the key to unlocking your business's boundless…
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The transition from an owner-operator, where we are deeply involved in the day-to-day operations, to…
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A leader needs to regularly reset, evaluate, and recharge to keep their core genius sharp.…
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A long time ago, in the bustling city of North Winnington, there were three ambitious…
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As the business landscape evolves, franchise owners recognize the immense potential of integrating artificial intelligence…
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In the dynamic business world, where extroversion is often celebrated (rightfully so), it's time to…
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According to a Stanford Graduate School of Business Advisory Council survey, self-awareness is the most…
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It's true that experience is the best teacher and that successful leaders can anticipate obstacles,…
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According to a report by the Corporate Leadership Council, organizations that use 360-degree feedback for…
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Every organization has a culture. Successful companies create their culture instead of letting it happen…
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Selling is hard. Whether selling hamburgers or satellites, selling is hard. And yet, when you…
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Roberto was doing well helping the new work pants associates get up and running. Red…
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A long time ago, the Rainbow Ridge Fire Department faced a significant problem. Despite its…
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M&K Frey Plumbing was a plumbing company in business from 1960 to 1985. They focused…
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– Bella Vista Executive Advisors Founder’s Story What a great day! Mom was casually sipping…
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In 1989, Stephen R. Covey published the famous book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective…
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4 Pillars Set Your “Perfect” Foundation Justin Thomas strives for a perfect round of golf…
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What is it? The Franchisee Advanced Leadership Center is a select group of high-performing franchisees…
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A Leader's Not So Blurry Line “When does influence become manipulation?” That question was part…
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Starting a new business is risky. Starting your franchise as one of the 1st franchisees…
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Franchise owners toiling in the operations of their businesses daily are highly susceptible to tunnel…
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Effective communication for franchise owners and their team is critical for success. You, franchise owner,…
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A Fire Chief’s Method to Identify and Minimize Inherent Risks Business is risky. More than…
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Great leaders possess passion and keep it fresh. Defined by Webster’s as “a strong liking…
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The results you achieve daily with your franchise accumulate and increase the total value of…
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Why are some franchisees successful and others aren’t? They all have the same operations manual…
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Good decision making in business and life is a learned skill and can be practiced…
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What IT is Service excellence, the IT factor, is a positive by-product of a High-Performance…
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There are 4 reasons this blog is written: Bella Vista Executive Advisors exists to help…
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The generation gap concerning the term “hard work” is real and can affect your business…
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