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PODCAST

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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47:41

How a Franchise Saved His Business!

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/04/14

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feapr1426 ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchise? 🔍 Request a Territory Check | Check territory availability here: http://www.franchiseempire.com/checkterritory?utm_source=feapr1426 🔄 Franchise Resales | Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=feapr1426 ------------------ Ready to Build Your Empire? 🚨

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13:59

Is Budget Blinds the Best Franchise Opportunity?

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2026/04/10

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feapr0926 We dive into the latest franchise business sales data, offering a thorough data analysis of 2023 vs. 2024 figures. This segment provides key insights into average and median sales, helping you with your own data interpretation for smarter decisions. Learn how to better understand your sales reports and drive significant business analytics. ------------------ Co...

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33:05

We Tell People Not To Buy a Franchise. Here's Why.

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2026/04/05

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feapr0326 Most people shopping for a franchise are asking the wrong questions, and it's costing them everything. In this episode, Tariq sits down with veteran franchise brokers Marc, and Chris for a brutally honest conversation about who should NOT buy a franchise, the passive income myth that destroys new owners, and what separates the operators who win from the ones who ...

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8:31

Is Great Clips Still Worth Buying in 2026?

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/03/29

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=femar2926 Thinking about buying a Great Clips franchise? Before you invest $187K–$419K, watch this. We break down the real FDD numbers, average sales, operating cash flow, startup costs, and what most owners actually take home each month. If you're evaluating hair salon franchises or comparing Great Clips to other franchise investments, this video gives you the honest bre...

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8:05

Is This $20M Hotel Worth It? ($12K/Day)

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/03/22

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEMar2226 Home2 Suites by Hilton is one of the fastest-growing hotel franchises in the U.S., but it comes with a massive price tag. In this video, I break down the real startup costs, average revenue per hotel, and what owners could be making based on occupancy rates and room pricing. We’ll also look at how this hotel franchise model works, why investors are willing...

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8:48

Is an Ice Cream Truck Still Worth it in 2026? (Kona...

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2026/03/13

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEMarch152026 Interested in learning about Snap-On Tools? Check out this podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1939809/episodes/18719908 The Kona Ice franchise is one of the most recognizable mobile food businesses in the United States, with over 1,800 shaved ice trucks operating across the country. But how much does it actually cost to start a Kona Ice truck, and how much ...

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6:07

Does THIS Cleaning Business REALLY Pull In $2M* a...

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2026/03/08

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEMarch082026 The Maids franchise might be one of the most overlooked “boring businesses” in franchising, but the numbers may surprise you. In this video, I break down the real costs to start a Maids franchise, the franchise fees and royalties owners pay, and the average sales and profits reported in the Franchise Disclosure Document. We’ll also look at how the team-based ...

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12:47

You NEED to Know THIS Before Buying a Franchise

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/02/27

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEMarch012026 Buying a franchise isn’t something you rush into, and it’s definitely not right for everyone. In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, we break down how our team evaluates whether someone is actually a good fit for franchising before they ever invest. We talk about time commitment, personality, coachability, capital, and motivation, plus t...

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11:44

How Much He Lost Owning a Subway Franchise (Its Bad)

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/02/22

Want to own a franchise that makes WAY more than this Subway? Grab my breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJjan242026 What does owning a Subway franchise really look like? In this video, we break down a real store's full financials, sales, labor, rent, royalties, and profit, during a low-performing month when the owner was out of the country. This is a raw look at what it takes to run a food franchise like Subway and...

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10:23

One of the Best Service Businesses Under $250K?

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2026/02/21

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJfeb212026 Is owning a tool truck actually a smart business in 2026? In this video, I break down how the Snap-on Tools business model works, how much it costs to start, what franchisees are making, and the real pros and cons of a mobile tool business. This is not your typical franchise. There are no royalties, no marketing fees, and they even offer in-house financing. But...

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13:59

This “BORING” Business Is Making Millions in 2026

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2026/02/20

Budget Blinds might sound boring, but this home service franchise is quietly generating serious revenue. In this video, we break down how much it costs to start a Budget Blinds franchise, what franchisees are actually making, how the royalty model is changing in 2026, and whether this is truly a good investment. I’ve personally looked into buying a resale myself, and I know multiple owners in the system. If you’re looking for a low-cost franchise that isn’t flashy but has real numbers behind ...

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7:46

5 reasons to NOT BUY a Chick-fil-A

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2026/02/14

Grab my breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJJan102026 Everyone thinks Chick-fil-A is the dream franchise… $10K to start, $9M+ in average sales, and people lining up out the door. But here’s the truth: Owning a Chick-fil-A is nothing like owning a real business. In this video, I’m breaking down 5 reasons why I wouldn’t buy a Chick-fil-A in 2026, even though I eat there 3x a week. This isn’t hate. It’s just what most...

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15:21

Is This the Most PROFITABLE Gym Business Model in 2026?

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/02/13

Crunch Fitness went bankrupt in 2009 and today it’s valued at over $1.5 billion. So what changed? In this video, I break down the real numbers behind the Crunch Fitness franchise model, including startup costs, royalties, membership data, cash operating profit, and what the FDD actually reveals about how much these gyms make. We’ll look at sales by performance tier, rent costs, equipment financing, churn risk, and whether this is truly one of the most profitable gym business models in 2026. I...

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17:39

3 Types of Businesses NOT to Buy in 2026

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2026/02/08

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10:27

Is Baskin-Robbins a Good Investment in 2026?

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/02/06

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEfeb082026 Baskin-Robbins is one of the most recognizable franchise brands in the world, but how much does it actually cost to open one, and do the numbers make sense for franchise owners today? In this video, I break down the Baskin-Robbins franchise startup costs, royalty and marketing fees, and real franchisee sales data so you can see how this brand performs from an inve...

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7:36

Ex-Franchise Owners Expose the Reality of Passive Income

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/28

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=podcast Everyone wants passive income, but most people have no idea what it really takes to make a semi-absentee franchise work. In this episode, we break down exactly how to set up your franchise to succeed if you can’t be full-time from day one. You’ll hear real strategies from our own team, the mistakes we’ve seen others make, and how to think like a top-performing owner. -...

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11:32

Open a Day Care Center | How to Easily Start a Child...

Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast ·

2026/01/21

👉 Want a deeper understanding of franchising? Get our Franchise Buyers Academy mini course (FREE for a limited time): https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=podcast 💰 Prefer low-cost, high-revenue franchises? Download our free guide to 5 Low-Cost Franchises That All Make $1M: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=podcast This is one of the most fascinating (and expensive) franchise models we’ve seen. In this video, we break down everything you need to know about The

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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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