Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEdec072025 If you liked this video, make sure to check out our full playlist of franchise 500 breakdowns: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVT5EmknU3t5Nb5FtfowMdkNTLN1Hre9A&si=NHSb4Yvs6Gb7f_ls Ever wonder how much a 7-Eleven franchise really makes? In this video, we break do...

💰 Download the full list of 5 Low cost franchises making $1M+: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJdec062025 🔗  Find existing businesses for sale: https://www.franchiseempire.com/resales?utm_source=TJdec062025 If you’re thinking about starting a business or buying a franchise, this video breaks down 4 real franchise businesses that are making millions, with full data pulled from...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FENov302025 Also, if you liked this video, but don't think the food industry is for you, check out this tool shop business breakdown: https://youtu.be/5jqCWyUq8cc If you liked this video, but think a food franchise is too expensive, check out this video to find a better opp...

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJnov252025 If you like this video and want to learn how to fund your business, check out this video: https://youtu.be/VQhnGLuHDTs Thinking about buying a franchise in 2025? Wondering if you can keep your job and still make passive income from a semi-absentee franchise? In this vid...

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJnov252025 If you like this video and want to learn how to fund your business, check out this video: https://youtu.be/VQhnGLuHDTs ServPro might not be the first franchise that comes to mind, but with over 2,300 locations and a 22-year streak as the top restoration brand, it should...

Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=TJnov222025 Pizza Hut might bring back memories, but does it still deliver when it comes to making money? In this breakdown, I cover the startup costs, royalties, and average sales for each type of Pizza Hut location. I also unpack whether the investment makes sense based on real n...

Is opening a KFC franchise still a smart move in 2025? In this video, we break down the numbers behind one of the most iconic fast-food brands in the world. You’ll learn the startup costs, average sales per unit, royalty fees, and whether it’s worth the $1.8M+ investment. We also dive into the untold story behind Colonel Sanders’ rise and explore why KFC has 3X more stores in China than in the U.S...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEnov202025 Anyone can Google a franchise. But what you don’t get from a search is the real strategy, emotional support, and industry respect that comes with going through the process with a broker. Franchise buyers don’t always realize how much strategy and support go into maki...

Grab my breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJnov152025 And if you're interested in franchising but don't know which ones are worth the cost, make sure to check out my 5 Franchises that Make Big Money: https://youtu.be/MPks09QnNcU Ever thought about owning a hotel franchise? In this video, I break down one of the...

Thinking about buying a Dunkin’ franchise? In this video, we break down everything you need to know from their 2024 FDD. You’ll learn how much it actually costs to open a Dunkin’ in different formats, what regions perform best, and whether this high-traffic brand still delivers strong margins. If you’re considering investing in food or coffee franchises, this breakdown will give you key numbers an...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FENov132025 Buying a franchise is a life investment, but most people never ask the questions that actually protect them. In this episode, we break down the critical questions you must ask a franchisor before signing, how to spot red flags early, and what separates smart franchis...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEnov092025 In this episode of The Franchise Empire Show , I sit down with Mark, a former Five Guys franchise owner who built and sold 13 locations before exiting for life-changing money. We break down exactly how he and his partners reverse-engineered their success, from starti...

Ever seen a Snap-On Tools truck and wondered how that business actually works? In this video, we break down the Snap-On Tools franchise model in detail, from its 100-year history and unique mobile store concept to startup costs, in-house financing options, and what franchisees are really earning. You’ll learn how Snap-On makes money without traditional royalties, what the startup investment looks...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=nov062025 This episode breaks down how we narrow 4,000+ franchise brands down to 4-6 best-fit options for each buyer. It dives into questions buyers should be asking themselves, how to filter by business type, how personal preferences and finances shape the options, and how Fran...

Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=TJnov12025 Thinking about investing in a UPS Store franchise? In this video, I break down everything you need to know before making a decision, including startup costs, royalties, real franchisee sales numbers, and why the margins might not be as strong as they se...

Grab & understand 14 Franchise Buying Mistakes that could destroy your investment: https://www.franchiseempire.com/14fbm?utm_source=FEoct302025 Thinking about buying a franchise? Before you write a check or jump on a discovery call, there’s one question that could make or break your success: Can you actually follow the system? In this episode, we break down why some candidates get rejected, ho...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEoct262025 What does it really cost to open a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel? In this breakdown, I reveal the startup costs, franchise fees, and royalties for one of Hilton’s most well-known hotel brands and why some investors might want to think twice. You’ll learn the true cost t...

I interviewed Ryan Pineda before most people knew him. He shares his business insight and how he has overcome his failed business decisions to build his net worth. He shares key mindsets to be successful in business, no matter what industry you're in. He has a broad background, but will show you how going deeper is harder but lucrative. Considering Investing In A Franchise? Discover Available...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEoct232025 Most people think they can buy a franchise and sit back while the money rolls in. But that mindset is exactly what leads to failure. In this episode, we reveal the biggest misconception about franchise ownership and why it’s costing people everything. If you’re not w...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEoct192025 In this episode, I break down the Snap-on Tools franchise, one of the most overlooked mobile businesses in America. I cover how the business model works, what it costs to start, how franchisees make money without traditional royalties, and what the real sales numbers...

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=tjoct042025 Think a business needs to be sexy to make you rich? Think again. In this video, I react to a list of 6 businesses they claim consistently create millionaires and explain if they are truly a good investment in this economy. Watch to find out my insight on which boring...

If you want to learn more franchise advice join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/about Most people dream of quitting their job to start a business. But few ever know when the timing is actually right, and even fewer are truly ready for what comes next. In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, Tariq Johnson break...

Is the Smoothie King franchise really worth the $1.2 million investment? In this video, I break down everything you need to know from startup costs and royalty fees to average sales and profit margins. We dig into Smoothie King’s 2025 FDD to uncover what franchise owners are actually making and whether this is a smart play or a costly mistake. ------------------ Considering Investing In A Franchis...

Most people think buying a business means instant income and freedom, but that’s rarely how it works. In this episode, we break down the misconceptions around franchise resales and why they often lead to frustration. You'll learn the difference between starting fresh vs. buying an existing business. We also unpack the fear of starting from zero and why that mindset might be holding you back....

Can you make passive income owning franchises and if so, how do you do it? Given I operated one of my franchises from the opposite side of the country, I literally was 2,500 miles away from my store that I owned that operated profitability for years- so I have strong opinions on this. Then I owned a second franchise location that was about 150 miles away from where I lived. So let’s break down mak...