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FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs, franchise leaders, and business executives who want practical strategies to accelerate growth, boost sales, and harness the power of AI innovation. Hosted by Ford Saeks—Hall of Fame keynote speaker, business growth accelerator, and author of Accelerate, AI Mindshift, and AI Alchemy—this podcast delivers real-world insights you can implement immediately. Ford has helped organizations generate over $1

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27:26

S1Ep224 Dual-Branded Franchise Strategy with Dine...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/02/27

Restaurant franchising has always been a game of margins, efficiency, and maximizing customer demand. But with rising real estate costs, shifting consumer expectations, and an increasingly competitive market, franchise operators face a critical challenge—how to drive profitability while delivering an exceptional dining experience. For decades, the industry has relied on single-brand locations, but a bold strategy is reshaping the landscape. The dual-branded franchise model is emerging as a

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28:14

S1Ep219 Franchise Development with Dan Glaser

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/02/20

Is franchising the right path to business growth? Entrepreneurs seeking to expand their brands often face a critical decision—how to scale effectively while maintaining consistency and profitability. Franchise development provides a structured pathway, but success in franchising requires more than just a great business model. It demands a strategic approach, a deep understanding of market positioning, and the ability to attract and support the right franchise partners. Franchise development is not

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35:35

S1Ep218 Scaling Franchise Businesses & Company...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/02/13

Scaling franchise businesses is a challenge that many entrepreneurs face. Growth requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and the right systems to support expansion. But rapid growth can also create problems, especially if the culture that made the brand successful starts to break down. Without a strong foundation of leadership and support, franchisees may struggle, employee engagement can decline, and customer experience can suffer. The key to long-term success isn’t just expansion—it’s

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34:56

S1Ep217 Franchise Business Growth with Charles Bonfiglio

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/02/06

Franchise business growth is an exciting yet complex process that requires more than just a strong business concept. Scaling a franchise takes a combination of the right mindset, effective leadership, and strategic systems that support expansion. Entrepreneurs entering the franchise space often believe that purchasing a franchise automatically guarantees success, but the reality is that growth depends on how well the business model is executed. One of the most overlooked aspects of franchise success

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21:38

S1Ep216 Franchise Ownership Success with D’Wayne Tanner

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/01/30

Franchise ownership success is the goal of every entrepreneur looking to step into a proven business model, but getting there requires the right mindset, strategy, and execution. For many, the idea of investing in a franchise is appealing, but questions about risk, operational structure, and market competition can create hesitation. While franchising offers a built-in support system, navigating the transition from aspiring business owner to successful franchisee requires commitment to the process

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46:03

S1Ep215 Gamifying Entrepreneurship for Business...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/01/23

How can entrepreneurship for business growth be transformed into an engaging, gamified experience? Entrepreneurs often face a challenging journey filled with high-stakes decisions, financial management, and unexpected setbacks. In the latest episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show, we explore how Igor Vainshtein, bestselling author and creator of EntrepreneurOpoly, has redefined how entrepreneurs can approach these challenges through the power of gamification. Entrepreneurship for business

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50:12

S1Ep214 Overcoming Stage Fright for Leadership...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/01/16

How can overcoming stage fright help you use storytelling to elevate your leadership and communication skills? For many entrepreneurs, professionals, and aspiring leaders, the fear of speaking in front of an audience can be a significant roadblock to achieving their goals. In the latest episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show, I sat down with Success Story Strategist Brigham Blackham to explore how storytelling and overcoming stage fright can help unlock new levels of confidence and

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46:20

S1Ep213 Scaling a Service-Based Franchise with Ryan...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2025/01/09

What does it take to scale a service-based franchise while maintaining the passion and purpose that inspired it in the first place? For entrepreneurs and business owners, this is often a critical question as they seek to expand their ventures. In the latest episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show, Ford Saeks dives into this topic with Ryan Wimpey, CEO of Tip Top K9, who has built a thriving dog training franchise from the ground up. Scaling a service-based franchise presents unique

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27:48

S1Ep212 Franchise Growth Strategies with Ted Speers

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/12/19

Franchise growth can feel like a balancing act between expanding operations and maintaining quality. Many franchise systems face challenges such as scaling effectively, fostering collaboration among franchisees, and navigating a competitive market. Understanding the strategies that contribute to sustainable growth is crucial for long-term success. A thriving franchise requires more than just adding locations; it demands systems that empower franchisees and create consistency across the brand. For

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33:18

S1Ep211 Building Supportive Franchise Partnerships...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/12/12

In the competitive world of franchising, success relies on more than just great products or services—it’s about building supportive franchise partnerships. These partnerships form the foundation for sustainable growth, ensuring that both franchisors and franchisees have the resources and collaboration needed to thrive. On this week’s episode of Fordify LIVE!, host Ford Saeks welcomes digital marketing expert Joe Mohay to explore how collaboration between franchisors and franchisees drives franchise

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41:16

S1 Ep210 Personal Branding for Business Growth with...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/12/05

Are you struggling to grow your business and wondering how to stand out in a crowded marketplace? In today’s competitive environment, building a strong personal brand has become an essential tool for entrepreneurs, leaders, and business owners to differentiate themselves and drive growth. Personal branding goes beyond having a logo or a website—it’s about building a reputation that resonates with your audience and establishes trust. In this episode of Fordify LIVE, Rory Vaden, co-founder of Brand

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S1Ep209 Leadership Through Connection with Julie Lee

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/11/28

Are you struggling to build trust and foster authentic relationships within your team? Many leaders find it difficult to inspire their teams beyond basic task management, but true leadership is built on creating meaningful connections that motivate people to perform at their best. Julie Lee, an expert on leadership and human connection, champions an approach that goes beyond traditional leadership tactics, focusing on leadership through connection as the key to long-term success. Leadership today is

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28:50

S1Ep208 Mastering Multi-Unit Franchising Success with...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/11/21

Are you facing the challenges of scaling your franchise while maintaining consistency and growth? Many business owners struggle with the delicate balance of managing multiple franchise locations without sacrificing quality or profitability. Jerry Akers, a multi-brand franchisee and co-author of Live It to Own It, offers a unique perspective on franchise success and sustainable growth. Through his experience building and managing over 34 Great Clips locations, Jerry provides a blueprint for achieving

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30:08

S1Ep207 Franchise Business Growth and Scaling Success...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/11/14

Are you struggling to figure out how to scale your franchise business while maintaining its core mission? Many entrepreneurs face the challenge of expanding without sacrificing the quality and purpose that drive their business. In an interview with Ford Saeks, Jeff Gartner, co-founder and CEO of Hudson Valley Swim, shared his journey through the world of franchise business growth, offering insights into how he transformed a simple swim lesson into a thriving franchise operation. Jeff’s story began

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38:16

S1Ep206 Leveraging AI Tools for Business Growth and...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/11/07

Are you struggling to figure out how to use AI tools to grow your business effectively? Many entrepreneurs are unsure how to harness AI's power to boost productivity and profitability without losing the human touch in their operations. In this weeks episode of Fordify LIVE, Terry Brock, a Hall of Fame keynote speaker, shares his expertise on how AI tools for business are transforming the landscape for companies that are ready to embrace them. If you’ve been searching for practical ways to integrate

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43:27

S1Ep204 Progress Over Perfection with Matthew McReynolds

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/10/31

Are you struggling with self-doubt or feel stuck on the path to business growth? It’s easy to get overwhelmed by perfectionism and let fears hold you back from taking that next step. In this week's episode of Fordify LIVE, Ford is joined by Matthew McReynolds, The Streetwise Franchisee, who shares his journey of embracing progress over perfection as a multi-brand franchise owner and mentor. If you’re aiming to level up your business, overcome setbacks, and create meaningful growth, this conversation

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S1Ep204 Franchise Development Marketing Insights with...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/10/24

Are you struggling to navigate the complexities of franchise development marketing in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape? For franchise brands, staying ahead of marketing trends and connecting with the right franchisees can feel like a moving target. In the latest episode of Fordify LIVE! The Business Growth Show, Ford Saeks sits down with Jack Monson, President of Brand Journalists, to explore the strategies that are helping franchise brands stand out in a crowded marketplace and attract

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42:36

S1Ep203 How AI Sales Training is Transforming Sales...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/10/17

Are you struggling to find the best way to train your sales team and improve customer service? The challenge of ensuring that your team consistently performs at a high level, responds effectively to customer needs, and closes more deals can be overwhelming. In the latest episode of Fordify LIVE!, Ford Saeks is joined by Chase Meredith, founder of Replay.Sale, to discuss how AI sales training is transforming the way businesses approach training for sales and customer service teams. AI sales training

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44:56

S1Ep202 How to Properly Evaluate a Franchise with...

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/10/10

When evaluating a franchise, many entrepreneurs struggle to figure out where to begin. Selecting the right opportunity isn’t just about brand recognition or financial potential—it’s about understanding the key factors that can make or break your success as a franchisee. Franchise ownership can be a lucrative path, but making an informed choice requires insight into how different franchise systems work, what support structures are in place, and how those align with your personal and financial goals

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S1Ep201 Franchise Leadership Insights with Matt Haller

FORDIFY LIVE: The Business Growth Show with Ford Saeks ·

2024/10/03

Franchise leadership is essential in shaping the future of global entrepreneurship, and few understand this better than Matt Haller, the President and CEO of the International Franchise Association (IFA). With over a decade at the IFA, Haller has played a pivotal role in advocating for the franchising industry, helping it navigate through challenges and seize opportunities. Haller’s leadership at the IFA has been marked by a strong focus on advocacy, particularly in the face of legislative

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