How I Built a Multi-Unit Franchise Operation Without Leaving My Day Job

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I’ve spent decades as a business and management speaker, presenting to leaders about performance, leadership and building strong teams. But early in my career, I started to feel a little uneasy.

I was offering advice to audiences filled with managers and experienced business owners, many of whom had far more hands-on experience than I did. I didn’t want to be perceived as another speaker who talks theory but lacks real-world credibility. I wanted my insights to be grounded in experience, not just inspiration.

Then one day, flipping through an airline magazine, I saw an ad for Edible Arrangements. Something clicked. Franchising intrigued

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