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Inspiring conversations with real people who took the leap into business ownership, franchising, and freedom. Hosted by franchise guru, consultant and trusted small business advisor, Meg Schmitz.

If you're looking to make the next phase of your life the best phase, this podcast is for you.

From corporate refugees and executives tired of the desk job life, to entrepreneurs and investors looking for more support in their business journey, you'll hear from real people who stepped into the unknown, took control of their destiny and became their own boss.

Nov 24, 2022

When professional car racer, Emmet O'Brien is introduced to waterless car washing technology, he takes the leap into self-employment and becomes his own boss.


Nov 17, 2022

This week, I interviewed one of my favorite attorneys, Andrew Bleiman. In this episode, Andrew and I have a lively exchange around these topics:

  • Understanding the FDD: it’s just as important what is omitted as what is included
  • War/Horror Stories that are informative and meaningful to your potential investment
  • Red...


Nov 10, 2022

Brian Garrison is significant in the world of franchising as the President and COO of Buzz Franchise Brands.  Of greater importance is that Brian served for more than 22 years in the Navy with an impressive career in leadership, building teams and systems.  He’s also a pilot, and knows the thrill of aviation as well...


Nov 3, 2022

A super dynamo in franchising, my interview with Cary Tober was further proof that once the Entrepreneurial Spirit hits the gene pool, it never goes away. It just gets stronger and more exhilarating!

In this episode, we discuss;

  • Becoming an entrepreneur during adolescence
  • Learning leadership and transparency through...