Courtside Conversations with Emile

In this video, I host a live operational Q&A session with franchise owners across the Little Boomers Basketball network. Franchisees ask practical questions around the rollout of the RMS system, coaching clinic schedules, and upcoming initiatives like the MVP referral program. We clarify key operational details such as session attendance requirements, event scheduling, and how to manage overla...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ The hidden fees beyond the upfront franchise cost — why the real expenses come after signing and what most buyers overlook ✅ The key ongoing fees that impact your profits — including royalty fees, field visit fees, and other recurring costs that add up fast ✅ Why doing your due diligence is critical — asking...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ How AI is transforming franchise systems across lead handling, operations, and training—impacting speed, margins, and efficiency ✅ The key ways AI is reshaping franchising in 2026 and how to properly evaluate a franchise system before buying in ✅ Why franchise brands that ignore AI will fall behind—and how t...

In this video, I host a live operational Q&A session with franchise owners across the Little Boomers Basketball network. Franchisees ask practical questions around client retention, program structure, payments, and day-to-day operations. We discuss real challenges such as keeping kids engaged, managing parent expectations, handling system limitations, and improving the overall customer experie...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why every franchise agreement has a different exit process—and why you must review it before buying ✅ The crucial difference between selling your franchise vs being terminated (and the financial risks involved) ✅ How the franchise resale process really works—from valuation and fees to franchisor approval of...

In this video, I host a live operational Q&A session with franchise owners across the Little Boomers Basketball network. Franchisees ask practical questions about lead generation and follow-ups, including how to improve conversion rates, manage outreach effectively, and build better systems for consistent growth. We also discuss real-world strategies to handle leads, structure follow-ups, and...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Scaling takes time — real growth isn’t overnight, it requires patience and consistent input over time ✅ The reality behind growth — pressure, mistakes, and tough decisions are part of building a scalable franchise ✅ Focus on controllables — success comes from mastering inputs (systems, effort, execution), no...

In this video, I host a live operational Q&A session with franchise owners across the Little Boomers Basketball network. Franchisees ask practical questions about growing their programs, including when to expand classes, how to improve coach training, using systems and automation, and managing day-to-day operations more effectively. These sessions allow the network to share knowledge, solve re...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ The 5 biggest myths people believe about franchising—and why they create false expectations from day one ✅ Why franchising is NOT a “set-and-forget” or passive income model, and the real work required to make it succeed ✅ The truth behind franchisor support, marketing promises, and why success ultimately dep...

In this video, I host a live operational Q&A session with franchise owners across the Little Boomers Basketball network. Franchisees ask practical questions about running their businesses, including venues, class structure, programs, and day-to-day operations. These sessions allow the network to share knowledge, solve real challenges, and learn from each other’s experiences. It’s a behind-the-...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ What happens immediately after signing a franchise agreement — meeting the head office team and connecting with the franchise network for support. ✅ The structured 90-day success roadmap — including business setup, systems, compliance, and preparing the foundation of your franchise. ✅ The training and launch...

Why do some franchise owners make far more profit than others — even when they have the exact same number of customers? In this video I explain one of the most important business lessons I teach our franchisees at Little Boomers Basketball. It all comes down to a simple concept: How full your classes are. Think of it like a bus. If the bus has 20 seats and only 10 kids on it… you're still payi...

Most franchisees do not have a revenue problem. They have a quoting problem. In this live workshop, I break down how to quote school programs, daycare programs, and vacation care the right way so you do not burn time, lock in low-profit work, and kill your margins without realising it. Inside this session, I cover: • The most common mistake franchisees make when quoting • Why you must know the num...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why franchisees need to reach out to Head Office early when things start going off track ✅ How to build a clear recovery plan by identifying the biggest problem in the business first ✅ What ongoing support, accountability, and worst-case exit options look like in a franchise system 💡 Whether you're a sports...

In this week’s Live Franchise Q&A, I answer real questions from our Little Boomers Basketball franchise owners. We talk about how to introduce major changes in a growing business without overwhelming your team, why rolling out new systems too fast can create problems, and how to support franchisees properly during growth. This session gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how we think about le...

On so many franchise discovery calls, I hear the same sentence: “I’ll run it after work and on weekends.” But can you really run a franchise part-time? In this live episode of Courtside Conversations, I break down the real time commitment of owning a franchise. We’ll look at what happens during the startup phase, what changes during stabilisation, and how your role evolves if you scale. Because fr...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ The key things franchise owners DON’T control (and why that’s actually a good thing) ✅ How pricing, systems, and brand standards protect franchisees across the entire network ✅ The biggest mistake new franchisees make when they expect franchise ownership to feel like running their own business 💡 Whether you...

Most people ask, “How much support do I get in a franchise?” Wrong question. The better question is: What does real support actually look like — and what does it require from you? In this episode of Franchise Breakdown Live , I break down what franchise support really means, what it doesn’t mean, and why so many franchise buyers misunderstand it. We cover: • What support is NOT (and the dangerous...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is the most important document before buying a franchise — and how it protects you from costly mistakes ✅ The key sections inside the FDD explained in simple terms, including fees, obligations, territories, and franchise risks ✅ How understanding what you’re actual...

Franchise failure is more common than people think — but it’s rarely random. If you're researching franchising, this is what you need to understand before investing. In this episode of Franchise Breakdown Live , I break down the real reasons new franchises fail and how to avoid becoming one of them. We cover:• Misaligned expectations around time and earning capacity • The employee mindset vs b...

In this live episode, I break down the real costs involved in starting a kids’ basketball franchise. We walk through setup costs, ongoing fees, and the practical realities franchise buyers need to understand before making a decision. This session is educational, straightforward, and based on real-world franchising experience . No hype. No sales pitch. Just clear explanations to help you assess whe...

🎙️ Welcome to Courtside Conversations with Emile Koorey 🚀 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Franchisors who prioritise selling franchises over building successful franchisees ✅ Warning signs in franchisee validation — what existing operators really say (and what they don’t) ✅ Lack of operational systems, real support, and proven processes after you signThinking about owning a business, but don’t wa...

How a franchise actually makes money is one of the biggest questions franchise buyers have. In this live episode, I break down a simple franchise P&L so you can understand how the numbers work in practice. In this Franchise Breakdown Live session, I walk through a realistic example of how a Little Boomers Basketball franchise generates revenue, what the main costs look like, and how profit is...

Buying a franchise isn’t just about price. New franchise vs existing franchise decisions affect risk, setup time, and long-term outcomes. In this live breakdown, I explain how franchise buyers should think about starting fresh versus buying an established franchise. This episode covers the real differences between new and existing franchises, including investment structure, goodwill, brand presenc...

What to look for in a franchise before you buy. Franchise due diligence explained clearly and honestly. In this live episode of Franchise Breakdown Live, I break down the key things most people overlook when researching a franchise. This session is designed for people actively considering franchising who want practical, real-world guidance before making a decision. We cover:• Who you should speak...