Nancy Friedman – The Telephone Doctor

Nancy Friedman is in the house. The Telephone Doctor and customer service expert talks with Rebecca Monet and Tracy Kawa about the importance of kindness and humor in life and business.   A friendly argument breaks out when Nancy and Rebecca disagree if a sense of humor can be learned. Listen in to this lively conversation, … Read More “Nancy Friedman – The Telephone Doctor”

Sharon Mettra – Press Waffle Co.

Sharon Mettra became the first woman to own a Big O Tire franchise in Northern California. The year was 1999. Her children gave her a hard time because she didn’t even know how to change a tire; but fellow franchisees and the men she worked with did not give her grief. Instead, she found they were … Read More “Sharon Mettra – Press Waffle Co.”

Emily George – Franchise Business Review

Emily George, a Whisky Wednesday star, talks about the attributes of a great bartender and how her bartending skills have transferred into a successful career in franchising. In fact, it is Emily’s belief that everyone should work in the hospitality business at least once in their lifetime. Those skills will come in handy no matter … Read More “Emily George – Franchise Business Review”

Jenny Young – Brooklyn Robot Foundry

Jenny Young, founder of Brooklyn Robot Foundry, had an atypical upbringing. Hers was a childhood filled with exotic, behind the scenes ‘how’s it done or made’ adventures. Failure was encouraged, applauded and even fun for Jenny. It was all about the process of exploration, building and making rather than perfection. Seems seeing failure as fun … Read More “Jenny Young – Brooklyn Robot Foundry”

Holly Stewart – Two Men And A Truck

‘Moving Forward’ is not just the motto of Two Men and a Truck franchise it is something Holly Stewart has lived by her entire adult life. Her one foot in front of the other and learn as you go approach to life has served her well in business. Holly now owns 3 franchises, has 5 … Read More “Holly Stewart – Two Men And A Truck”

Anna Phillips – The Lash Lounge

Anna Phillips in my mind is a ‘real’ entrepreneur. Anna, the Founder and Chief Innovations Officer of The Lash Lounge, possesses these 4 attributes of a true entrepreneur:   Creator – she came up with a bright idea and brought it into existence  Risk-Taker – she was willing to take great risk in order to achieve … Read More “Anna Phillips – The Lash Lounge”

Coree’ Rivers – Pillar to Post

Coree’ Rivers shares her journey from oldest of five siblings to executive assistant to Pillar to Post franchisee. I’m not sure why it always amazes me how our childhood and early work experiences bring forth our true character. But Coree’ is a beautiful example of that.   In this interview Coree’ shares why character, consistency and … Read More “Coree’ Rivers – Pillar to Post”

Brittany Driscoll – Squeeze Massage

Come with us on a ‘Chase the Discomfort’ journey guided by Brittany Driscoll. Brittany is the Co-founder and CEO of Squeeze and Okay Human and The Feel Good Company all dedicated to bettering the mind, body, and soul of individuals.   Growth is just outside our comfort zones, yet we find a million ways to avoid … Read More “Brittany Driscoll – Squeeze Massage”

Edith Wiseman – FRANData

In every village there is a wise woman. In the Village of Franchising, her name is Edith.   Edith Wiseman is the President of FranData, a leading franchise market research firm.   Listen in as Edith takes off her ‘hard data’ hat and reveals her warm fuzzy heart in today’s episode of Franchise Woman podcast: Where … Read More “Edith Wiseman – FRANData”