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Multiply Your Success with Dr. Tom DuFore

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You’ve worked hard to build your business and now it’s time to grow. Join Tom DuFore, CEO of Big Sky Franchise Team, each week as he interviews leading entrepreneurs, executives, and experts who share their misses, makes, and multipliers. If you are a growth-minded entrepreneur, investor, or franchise company, then this is the podcast for you. Big Sky Franchise Team is an award-winning consulting firm and its consultants have advised more than 600 clients, including some of the largest companies in the world. Tom has the unique perspective of the “franchise trifecta,” by being a franchisor, a...

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Jul 6, 2026

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68. How a Friendly Wager Turned Into a National Franchise Brand—Red Boswell, President, IFPG 27.09.2021

Have you ever made a friendly wager before? Did much of anything come of it? If you're like most of us, the answer is probably nothing more than a few good laughs. In today's episode, Red Boswell shares his story about how he turned a friendly wager into an industry-leading franchise company. Red shares how he eventually sold his company and is now the President of the International Fran...

67. Building a StoryBrand—Dr. J.J. Peterson, Chief of Teaching and Facilitation at StoryBand 20.09.2021

Have you ever watched a great movie and weren’t quite sure why it was so great? Or have you ever seen some great advertising or marketing and bought something not even realizing you were doing it? Well, today’s guest, Dr. J.J. Peterson, shares with us about how YOU can build a story brand to share your story with your customers. **DO YOU NEED HELP SELLING MORE FRANCHISES? ATTEND OUR FRANCHISE SALE...

66. Should You Build Profit or Build Wealth?—Ruth King, CEO, Business Ventures Corporation 13.09.2021

We’re sure you have heard people talk about building a profitable business and you have probably also heard about building wealth. But, when have you heard about these topics combined to make sure you are building a profitable and wealth-building company? Our guest today, Ruth King, is a profitability and wealth-building expert! I have had the good fortune of being a guest on Ruth’s Profitability...

65. How to Make a Personal Connection with Your Customers—Patrick Stewart, CEO, Apricot Lane Boutique 06.09.2021

You have probably heard about creating a customer experience and creating a relationship with your customer, but what does it actually mean? And, what does it look like in practice?   Well our guest today, Patrick Stewart, is the CEO of Apricot Lane Boutique, which is a national women's retail franchise with over 80 locations and soon to have well over 100 locations! He shares with us how his...

64. How a Failed Musician Created Two International Music Holidays—Vincent James, Keep Music Alive, Co-Founder 30.08.2021

Have you ever failed at something only to shortly thereafter have a breakthrough moment? Or maybe you keep trying to do accomplish a goal and finally, you have that “AHA” moment? Today’s guest, Vincent James, shares how he went from a failed music teacher to building a national franchise brand, and then to build a national non-profit business. He has an incredible story. Let’s jump right into it....

63. Importance of the Corporate Veil—Nellie Akalp, CEO, CorpNet.com 23.08.2021

Do you know what piercing the corporate veil means? I’m sure you have heard this term, but what does it mean? How do you create the corporate veil and how do you protect it? Our guest today, Nellie Akalp, is a business compliance expert with her company CorpNet and she will be sharing her knowledge on the corporate veil subject. She is also a serial entrepreneur and has built several companies.  I...

62. Who is Your Most Important Employee?—John Briggs, President, Incite Tax 16.08.2021

Do you know who the most important employee is in your company? I bet I know who it is… If you guessed you, then you are correct!  You are the most important employee at your company and today’s guest, John Briggs, shares his thoughts on this subject and more. John is an author and owner of Incite Tax, a company built to support growing entrepreneurs. He is a Profit First expert. If you recall, we...

61. Transparency is the Key to Trust—Landon Eckles, CEO and Co-Founder, Clean Juice and Freecoat Nails 09.08.2021

How do you create trust with your customers? With your staff? With your franchisees? Our guest today, Landon Eckles, shares how he and his wife, Kat, have used transparency as a guiding principle for the growth and success at Clean Juice. **Subscribe to our NEWEST Podcast called: Franchise Your Business. CLICK HERE LINKS: **Learn more about Clean Juice:    https://www.cleanjuice.com/ **Learn more...

60. The Secrets to Automating Your Business—Richard Schnitzel, President, Bow Tie Bots 02.08.2021

Have you heard the buzz and talk about automation? About Marketing automation, sales automation, and how automation might be able to apply to your business?  Well, that is exactly what we are going to talk about today with our guest, Richard Schnitzel, who is an expert at business automation. He talks about the 5 areas of the business to automate and how automation is NOT a people eliminator, rath...

59. What Do You Want to Be Known for and Why It Matters—Perry Gladstone & Ravi Rajcoomar, Co-Founders, The Moonshot Collective 26.07.2021

What is it that you want to be known for? Do you know what you want your legacy to be when it is all said and done? Our guests today, Ravi Rajcoomar and Perry Gladstone talk about creating your Moment of Glory, why having mentors and peer advisors make a difference, and tips from some of their amazing success. Connect with Perry and Ravi: **The Moonshot Collective = https://www.themoonshotcollecti...

58. Why You Need to Vacation—Sarah Groen, President, Bell & Bly Travel 19.07.2021

When is the last time you took a vacation? A real vacation to unplug and get away? If it has been more than a year or two it has been too long. Our guest today, Sarah Groen, shares why you need to make sure you are taking a regular vacation.  **Visit Sarah's travel company Bell & Bly Travel: https://bellandblytravel.com/ **Subscribe to Sarah's Podcast, "Luxury Travel Insider&quo...

57. What Happens to Your Business If You Don't Wake Up Tomorrow—Steve Goodman, CEO, SHG Planning 12.07.2021

What happens if you don't wake up tomorrow? Do you have a plan for your business and what happens to your staff, your assets, and other business interests? Our guest today, Steve Goodman, gives us incite and practical advice on how to be prepared for that worst-case scenario. **Get a FREE copy of Steve's Book, "Business Succession Planing" = https://stevengoodman.biz/ **Learn m...

56. Celebrating Uniqueness—William Benson and Patrick Ductant, Co-Founders, Billionaire's Row 05.07.2021

What would you describe as being unique or different about your business? When is the last time you thought about it or even celebrated it? Today's guests, William Benson and Patrick Ductant are co-Founders of Billionaire's Row and they share their stories about how they differentiate in the highly competitive adult beverage industry. **Check out Billionaire's Row Champagne: https:/...

55. Getting Your Business Ready for Investors—Claire Chandler, President and Founder, Talent Boost 28.06.2021

Do you know the depth and quality of your company's talent? Did you know this may be the very thing to get you a potential partner or to have your business acquired? Today's guest, Claire Chandler, discusses ideas on how to get your business ready for potential acquisition and shares her misses, makes, and multipliers. **Check out Claire's book: http://www.thedecisiondashboard.com/...

54. How to Accept Cryptocurrency Payments From Your Customers—Nicholas Prouten, LODE Project, COO 21.06.2021

Do you know how to accept or use Crypto in your business? And how much do you really know about blockchain and cryptocurrency? Our guest on this week's episode shares how a business leader can use crypto and the looming crypto tsunami may be changing how you accept customer payments.  **Learn more about the LODE Project: https://lode.one/ **Learn more about franchising your business and Big S...

53. The Man Behind the Laughs!—Scott Edwards, Founder, Laughs Unlimited and Serial Entrepreneur 14.06.2021

Have you ever wondered how to make it in show business? What's the magic to get your hidden talent discovered? This week's guest, Scott Edwards, shares stories, and some secrets, behind one of the most successful comedy clubs in the United States. ABOUT OUR GUEST As a Business Entrepreneur, Scott Edwards opened over a dozen companies in his lifetime. From a small construction company to...

52. Have You Overlooked This $500B Market?—Dr. Kizzy Parks, President, KPC, Inc. 07.06.2021

Have you ever thought about adding Government contracts into your business strategy? If you have not you will want to listen to this week's episode. Dr. Kizzy Parks shares her stories about how government contracts should be a part of your business growth strategy.  -P.S. She's a Guinness World Record holder too! -Visit Kizzy's website: https://www.kpcinc.com   -Connect with Kizzy o...

51. Highs and Lows, Lessons from a Self-made Millionaire in the Aviation Industry—Jason Zilberbrand, President, VREF 31.05.2021

Have you ever lost it all? What happened? Were you able to bounce back? Today's guest, Jason Zilberbrand shares his highs and lows in building multiple businesses in the aviation industry. Learn more about Jason's company VREF = CLICK HERE If you are ready to franchise your business or take it to the next level = CLICK HERE. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jason Zilberbrand is the President of VREF Air...

50. The Practical & Sustainable Way to Build a High Performing Culture—David Friedman, CEO, CultureWise 24.05.2021

The topic of culture is certainly a hot topic, but what does it mean and how do you create it? Are your company values enough?  Today's guest, David Friedman answers these questions and more! Learn more about David's company CultureWise = CLICK HERE. Get a copy of David's book, "Culture by Design"  = CLICK HERE. If you are ready to franchise your business or take it to the...

49. When Your Business Partner is Your Spouse—Kristen Deese & Justin Deese, Partners 17.05.2021

Are you in business with your spouse? How is your personal relationship? How about your business relationship? Today's guests, Kristen and Justin Deese are business partners and life partners and have figured out a way to have many successful businesses all the while having a successful marriage. Learn more at: www. BusinessSpouse.com  Listen to Justin's and Kristen's 9 part podcast...

48. Using the Enneagram in Business—Steph Barron Hall, Founder, Nine Types Co. 10.05.2021

Have you heard of the Enneagram? If you have, how can you use it to improve your business? If not, you need to listen to this episode. Our guest today, Steph Barron Hall, is an expert on the Enneagram and its use in teams and business. Take Steph's free Enneagram Assessment Guide = CLICK HERE. Follow Steph on Instagram and join her community of more than 300,000 followers = CLICK HERE. Buy a...

47. How to Keep Fit in Little Time—Walter Vendel, CEO, Fit20 03.05.2021

How is your physical health looking these days? Are you in tip-top shape and ready to head to the beach?   Today's guest, Walter Vendel, shares how he has grown from 1 fitness studio to more than 160 locations worldwide by helping busy people get in shape by working out for just 20 minutes per week! Fit20 website = CLICK HERE Walter's Email = walter@fit20.nl If you are ready to franchise...

46. Recruiting in the Age of Googlization—Ira Wolfe, Chief Googlization Officer of Success Performance Solutions 26.04.2021

How are you using technology in your hiring and recruiting process? Has it changed in the last 5 years? What about the last 10 or 20 years?  Today's guest, Ira Wolfe, is a globally recognized recruiting and HR expert. Success Performance Solutions Website - CLICK HERE Recruiting in the Age of Googlization - BOOK LINK Geezers, Geeks, and Googlization - BOOK LINK Big Sky Franchise Team - Ready...

45. 5 Steps to Start a Podcast—Dr. Jeremy Weisz, Co-Founder, Rise25 19.04.2021

Have you been thinking about starting a podcast, but didn't know where to start? We have the answer this week with our guest. Dr. Jeremy Weisz. Links from today's podcast: Rise25.com Multiply Your Success Podcast Interview with John Rayyan Inspired Insider interview with Nolan Bushnell  Today's 3 Key Takeaways: 1. 5 Steps to start a podcast 2. Stop helping people who don't want...

44. How to Have Fun and Get More Done—Angela Coté, CEO, AC Inc. 12.04.2021

Are you having fun running your business? Is your team having fun? Do you show it? Today's guest, Angela Coté shares how she makes sure her team and clients are having fun while getting things done! Today's 3 Key Takeaways: 1. Have a simple template to enhance your coaching and support. 2. Gain buy-in with your coaching and support. 3. Create a brand foundation by clarifying what your co...

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