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Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast

Tariq Johnson & Franchise Empire

Tariq Johnson from Zero to Profitable Franchise (and YouTube) reveals his strategies (profitable franchise secrets) on buying franchises and getting them profitable FAST, so you can experience the freedom and flexibility with owning a profitable franchise business!Get access to exclusive interviews with top performing Franchisees, accountants, and business experts so you can learn from their mistakes, and hear real life success stories so you can feel more confident in your franchise journey. Tariq

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10:39

One of The Richest Automotive Businesses To Start in...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/16

Ever wondered how much money those Valvoline quick lube locations actually make? In this video, we break down everything, from startup costs to royalty fees to what the top-performing stores are doing in sales. We’ll look at average tickets, oil changes per day, and whether owning one of these shops could be a smart investment or a money pit. We also walk through the fascinating history of the Valvoline brand and what they’re doing to stay ahead in the age of electric vehicles. If you're thin...

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25:00

Fear of Failure Is Costing You More Than You Think

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/10

Fear of failure holds more people back from entrepreneurship than anything else, and most don’t even realize it. In this episode, I break down how fear shows up in business decisions, how to reframe failure, and what it actually costs you to delay taking action. Whether you’re thinking about buying a franchise, starting a business, or expanding one you already own, this episode will shift your mindset and help you identify what’s really keeping you stuck. Because at the end of the day, failur...

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11:45

Is this Pet Store Worth the Investment in 2026?...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/08

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan112026 Pet Supplies Plus is one of the largest pet store franchises in the U.S, but is it actually a smart investment in 2026? In this video, we break down everything you need to know before buying: the real startup costs, how much their stores make on average, what franchisees are paying in royalties and marketing fees, and whether the sales-to-investment ratio actua...

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10:57

One of the Top "BORING" Businesses to Start in 2026

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/04

👉 Want more franchises like this? Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEJan42026 If you're interested in this specific business or any franchise at all, make sure to watch our video breaking down what you NEED to be looking at before investing: https://youtu.be/ELOkNzeIgJE Stratus Building Solutions isn’t flashy, but this commercial cleaning franchise has built a multi-million dollar empire using a unique

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4:34

Happy New Year - Starting 2026

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/04

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21:13

Should You Buy a Franchise in 2026? Pros & Cons

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/29

Make sure to grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=TJDec272025 Join my list to receive Top Resale Franchises every week: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resalelist?utm_source=TJDec272025 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=TJDec272025 Now that you found out more about franchising, don't forget to watch my

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7:31

Is a Culver’s Franchise a Good Investment in 2026?...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/26

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJJan032025 If you liked this video, but want to learn about franchises with higher profit margins check out this video next: https://youtu.be/voDIBiM58aw Thinking about investing in a Culver’s franchise? In this breakdown, I cover startup costs, royalty fees, average sales, and why it might not be as profitable as it looks. We’ll also talk about scalability, margins, and ...

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25:11

The Numbers You Should Look at Before Buying a Franchise

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/23

Make sure to grab & understand the 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FE And if you enjoyed this episode make sure to check out If you're serious about buying a franchise, this video will walk you through the exact due diligence steps, from reviewing the FDD to asking the right questions on discovery day. Learn what most buyers overlook, how to handle fear and indecision, and what franchisors expect befo...

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4:43

Is this Low-Cost Franchise WORTH the Investment?

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/21

Grab my breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJDec202025 If you liked this video and want to find out the real revenue some of these low-cost franchises are making, then check out this video next: https://youtu.be/voDIBiM58aw Thinking about investing in a Kumon franchise? In this video, we break down the real startup costs, royalty model, and one major red flag buried in their Franchise Disclosure Document. We’ll cove...

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40:28

Franchise Experts Explain Franchise Profits Margins

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/19

Make sure to grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEdec212025 If you liked this video and want to find out which businesses might actually be worth the investment, make sure to check out this video: https://youtu.be/G9Ka84_6NZM Before you invest in a franchise, there are two conversations you have to get right: the one with your spouse and the one with yourself. In this episode, we talk openly about what most...

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5:52

How Much Can you Make With an Arby's? (Costs, Sales,...

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2025/12/13

Make sure you don't miss out on my Most Incredible Franchise Gift Ever: https://www.franchiseempire.com/mifge?utm_source=TJdec132025 If you liked this video, but want to find out about franchises with lower start up costs, check out this video: https://youtu.be/voDIBiM58aw Arby’s is one of the most recognizable fast food franchises, but is it actually a good investment? In this video, we break down the full numbers behind owning an Arby’s in 2025, including startup costs, royalty fees, avera...

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6:44

Passive Income With Franchises 101

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/12

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEdec142025 Most people think they can buy a franchise, hire a GM, and the business will just run itself, but that’s rarely how it works. In this episode, we break down the truth about passive and semi-absentee franchise ownership, when it actually works, and why most brands don’t allow it out of the gate. You’ll learn what franchisors expect from new owners and the mindset sh...

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12:09

How Much Can You Make with a 7-Eleven? (Costs, Sales,...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/06

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEdec072025 If you liked this video, make sure to check out our full playlist of franchise 500 breakdowns: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVT5EmknU3t5Nb5FtfowMdkNTLN1Hre9A&si=NHSb4Yvs6Gb7f_ls Ever wonder how much a 7-Eleven franchise really makes? In this video, we break down the startup costs, royalty structure, earnings, and whether owning a 7-Eleven is worth the in...

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13:49

4 Businesses That Make A Sh*t Load of Money in 2026

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/05

💰 Download the full list of 5 Low cost franchises making $1M+: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJdec062025 🔗 Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=TJdec062025 If you’re thinking about starting a business or buying a franchise, this video breaks down 4 real franchise businesses that are making millions, with full data pulled from their latest Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs). I'll share how much franchise owners are...

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9:11

How Much Does McDonald’s Make?

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/12/01

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FENov302025 Also, if you liked this video, but don't think the food industry is for you, check out this tool shop business breakdown: https://youtu.be/5jqCWyUq8cc If you liked this video, but think a food franchise is too expensive, check out this video to find a better opportunity for you: Ever wondered how much money McDonald’s franchise owners actually make? In this vid...

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68:04

Franchise Experts Break Down The Reality of Franchising

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/11/27

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJnov252025 If you like this video and want to learn how to fund your business, check out this video: https://youtu.be/VQhnGLuHDTs Thinking about buying a franchise in 2025? Wondering if you can keep your job and still make passive income from a semi-absentee franchise? In this video, we reveal the hard truth about passive franchise ownership and break down the biggest mistak...

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9:08

Should You Buy this $250K business in 2025?

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/11/26

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJnov252025 If you like this video and want to learn how to fund your business, check out this video: https://youtu.be/VQhnGLuHDTs ServPro might not be the first franchise that comes to mind, but with over 2,300 locations and a 22-year streak as the top restoration brand, it should be. In this video, I break down the real startup costs, franchise fees, and the surprising lack...

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10:33

How Much Does It Cost To Open a Pizza Hut? (Costs,...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/11/23

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJnov222025 Pizza Hut might bring back memories, but does it still deliver when it comes to making money? In this breakdown, I cover the startup costs, royalties, and average sales for each type of Pizza Hut location. I also unpack whether the investment makes sense based on real numbers from their latest FDD, and throw in a few wild facts (like what topping went to space). I...

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9:00

How Much to Open a Fast Food Franchise? (KFC costs,...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/11/22

Is opening a KFC franchise still a smart move in 2025? In this video, we break down the numbers behind one of the most iconic fast-food brands in the world. You’ll learn the startup costs, average sales per unit, royalty fees, and whether it’s worth the $1.8M+ investment. We also dive into the untold story behind Colonel Sanders’ rise and explore why KFC has 3X more stores in China than in the U.S. If you're even thinking about food franchising, don’t skip this. Considering Investing In A Fra...

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6:08

How To Easily Buy a Franchise (step-by-step)

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2025/11/21

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEnov202025 Anyone can Google a franchise. But what you don’t get from a search is the real strategy, emotional support, and industry respect that comes with going through the process with a broker. Franchise buyers don’t always realize how much strategy and support go into making the right choice. In this episode, we talk about what really happens behind the scenes, from ...

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