The Franchise Life

Welcome to The Franchise Life, where we welcome entrepreneurs, dreamers, diversifiers, and anyone looking to make a transition towards freedom and financial success. I’m Stacie Shannon. A true lover of all things “entrepreneurism.” I currently reside in Palm Beach County, Florida, and spent 21 years working in the aviation industry - until I ultimately found my true passion through business ownership! Since then, I have never looked back. I absolutely love what I do. Day in and day out, I work with individuals hoping to explore franchise ownership opportunities. In this show, you will learn more about the franchise discovery process. You’ll hear directly from entrepreneurs themselves about their successes and their struggles. We will also be highlighting some of our favorite, most successful franchise brands for you to learn more about. We’ll raise some questions, find some answers, have some laughs and perhaps even share a drink or two all while inspiring you to perhaps consid...

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Tuesday Dec 17, 2024

In this episode of The Franchise Life Podcast, host Stacie Shannon sits down with Chad Harrison, Franchise Developer for DoodyCalls Pet Waste Management, to explore one of the most unique and profitable franchise opportunities available today. DutyCalls transforms a common chore—scooping pet waste—into a scalable, high-margin business.
With over 25 years in business and 115 locations nationwide, DoodyCalls serves residential and commercial clients, from pet-loving homeowners to property managers, breweries, and golf courses. Chad shares how their simple, low-cost business model, powered by proprietary technology like "Poop Net," helps franchisees optimize routes, track revenue, and scale their operations with ease.
Discover how an initial investment of under $100,000 can lead to revenues exceeding $1.4 million, thanks to the brand’s focus on recurring revenue, low overhead, and essential services. Chad also highlights the growing demand for pet care and how DoodyCalls provides a meaningful, recession-resistant opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs.
If you’re looking for an innovative franchise with real financial potential, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn how DoodyCalls is revolutionizing the pet care industry—one yard at a time!
#franchiselife #DoodyCallsFranchise #PetWasteManagement #FranchiseOpportunities #PetLovers #EssentialServices #BusinessSuccess #SimplifyBusiness #RecessionResistant #PetCareProfessionals
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
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👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Dec 10, 2024

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives deep into the world of franchising with Corey Shanahan of Gatsby Glass, a brand that has transformed the glass industry with sleek, sophisticated solutions. Established in 1985 and franchising since 2022, Gatsby Glass has experienced explosive growth with over 140 locations awarded nationwide. Corey discusses how Gatsby’s unique blend of professionalism, innovation, and cutting-edge technology sets its franchisees apart in the highly underserved glass market.
Explore the core of Gatsby Glass’ success, from their focus on frameless showers to their B2B ventures, and learn about their support systems, including Horsepower Brands’ shared services like recruitment, marketing, and financial management. Corey provides valuable insights into building a referral network, scaling the business, and the essential qualities of a successful franchise owner. Whether you’re an aspiring franchisee or just curious about the world of home service franchises, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration.
#FranchiseLife #GatsbyGlass #HomeServiceFranchise #Entrepreneurship #FranchiseSuccess #SmallBusinessGrowth #HorsepowerBrands #BusinessTips #FranchiseJourney #GlassSolutions
 
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Dec 03, 2024

In this episode of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives into the world of franchising with Kay and Joseph, the passionate co-founders of Musicologie, a brick-and-mortar music studio offering "simply delightful music lessons" for all ages and abilities. Kay and Joseph share their journey from touring musicians to innovative franchise owners, explain their proven business model, and unveil how they’re empowering others to build thriving music studios through franchising.
Discover how Musicologie’s unique approach to teaching music, state-of-the-art tools, and transparent support systems are transforming lives. Learn about their toddler programs, accelerated piano labs, and their seamless membership model that fosters student retention. Plus, Kay and Joseph detail their robust community outreach strategies, financial transparency, and how they’ve built a scalable, approachable franchise model.
Tune in to explore the magic of music and business, and get inspired by the duo’s dedication to making music accessible and enjoyable for everyone.To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
#TheFranchiseLife #Musicologie #FranchiseSuccess #MusicLessons #Entrepreneurship #TeachingMusic #SimplyDelightful #MusicEducation #FranchiseTips #BusinessInspiration
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Nov 19, 2024

#hello #sugar #hellosugar
In this episode of the Franchise Life Podcast, host Stacie Shannon chats with Brigham Dallas, founder of Hello Sugar, a rapidly growing hair removal franchise. From its humble beginnings in 2015 to franchising success with over 100 locations in just three years, Brigham shares the unique business model that combines Brazilian waxing, sugaring, and laser hair removal in a flexible, low-cost environment. Tune in to hear about their innovative approach, membership programs, and the role of AI in streamlining operations. Learn how Hello Sugar is revolutionizing the beauty and wellness industry and discover what it takes to build a thriving franchise from the ground up.
#FranchiseLife #HelloSugar #FranchisingSuccess #HairRemovalBusiness #Sugaring #BrazilianWaxing #LaserHairRemoval #BusinessGrowth #Entrepreneurship #FranchiseOpportunities
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Nov 12, 2024

In this episode of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon sits down with Courtney Reppert from Bumble Bee Blinds and Horsepower Brands to explore how their window treatment franchise is experiencing incredible growth. With over 230 territories sold in just two years, Bumble Bee Blinds combines innovative technology with a strong community-focused business model. Courtney discusses the unique sales process, franchisee support, and the organic opportunities that drive success in this competitive industry. Whether you're interested in window treatments or franchising in general, this episode offers invaluable insights into building a thriving franchise.  
#FranchiseLife #BumblebeeBlinds #FranchiseSuccess #WindowTreatments #FranchiseOpportunities #BusinessGrowth #FranchiseSupport #HorsepowerBrands #DigitalSales #OrganicGrowth
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉   Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com ✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Oct 15, 2024

Join host Stacie Shannon as we take a look back at the best moments from the last 10 episodes of The Franchise Life podcast! From exploring innovative franchise concepts to unlocking the secrets of business success, these highlights feature incredible insights, inspiring stories, and expert advice that every franchisee (or aspiring one!) will love.
🚀 What you'll find in this video: 🔟 The power of restorative sleep and its impact on health and wellness franchises. 9️⃣ How a passion project like Sea Love Candle Bar grew from a garage startup into a nationwide hit. 8️⃣ Insights into medical staffing franchises and the unique opportunities they offer. 7️⃣ Discover how Degree Wellness combines a lean business model with cutting-edge wellness technology. 6️⃣ The story behind Home Stretch, a niche service helping homeowners get ready to sell. 5️⃣ Innovative approaches in custom clothing franchises with Pierce Bespoke. 4️⃣ A look at Back Nine, a franchise combining golf and business in an indoor 24/7 setting. 3️⃣ Senior care services provided by Assisting Hands, going beyond just in-home care. 2️⃣ How Lime Painting brings a fresh coat of innovation to the painting franchise industry. 1️⃣ And more entrepreneurial insights to inspire your franchise journey!
#FranchiseSuccess #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurLife #FranchiseOpportunities #FranchiseTips #PodcastHighlights #SmallBusinessAdvice #FranchiseJourney #BusinessInsights #TopMoments
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Oct 08, 2024

In Episode 83 of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives into the innovative world of Snooze Mattress with Brad Taylor, VP of Franchise Development. This isn't your typical mattress store—Snooze is on a mission to revolutionize sleep hygiene and restorative sleep. Brad shares how Snooze integrates cutting-edge technology like Dream Mapping, trusted by NASA and Mayo Clinic, to personalize the sleep experience for every customer. From the franchise perspective, he explains why Snooze is a high-profit, low-employee investment with an affordable entry point. Discover how Snooze is disrupting the mattress industry and the transformative impact of quality sleep on health and well-being.
#FranchiseLife #SnoozeMattress #RestorativeSleep #SleepHygiene #DreamMapping #FranchiseSuccess #BradTaylor #HealthyLiving #Entrepreneurship #DisruptTheIndustry
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Oct 01, 2024

In episode 82 of The Franchise Life, Stacie Shannon welcomes Barry Miller, COO and co-founder of Sea Love, a candle bar and boutique franchise that blends interior design with personalized, experiential retail. Barry shares the inspiring origin story of Seed Love, how his wife’s passion project grew into a thriving franchise, and the unique experience customers enjoy by creating custom scents in a boutique setting. Discover how this brand stands out with its focus on local products, personal connections, and a hands-on experience that can't be replicated online. Barry also provides insights into what makes an ideal Sea Love franchisee and how the brand’s core values are shaping its future growth. 
#FranchiseLife #SeaLove #CandleBar #ExperientialRetail #FranchiseSuccess #CustomScent #SmallBusinessGrowth #RetailInnovation #FranchiseJourney #Entrepreneurship
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.
 

Tuesday Sep 24, 2024

In Episode 81 of The Franchise Life podcast, host Stacie Shannon welcomes Jason Meyer, founder of Medical Staffing Consultants. In this episode, Jason dives into the unique advantages of his business opportunity model, which focuses on medical staffing without the traditional franchise constraints like royalties and territory restrictions. Jason explains how his model offers a comprehensive solution for investors, covering everything from training to infrastructure, and shares how it’s possible to succeed in the industry without a background in healthcare or staffing. He also explores the revenue streams available, such as permanent placements and staffing, and provides real-world success stories from his 20+ years in the business. If you’ve ever been curious about the medical staffing industry or business opportunities outside of franchising, this episode is a must-listen.
#FranchiseLife #BusinessOpportunity #MedicalStaffing #JasonMeyer #StaffingIndustry #Entrepreneurship #NoRoyalties #HealthcareStaffing #BusinessSuccess #FranchisePodcast
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram:   / fusionfranchising  
👉Linkedin:  / franchiseinvestmentexpert  
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

Tuesday Sep 17, 2024

In Episode 80 of The Franchise Life, host Stacie Shannon dives into the innovative approach behind Degree Wellness, a tech-driven franchise offering cutting-edge services like cryotherapy, red light therapy, infrared saunas, and more. Special guest Kim Moreno breaks down the benefits of this low-investment, high-reward model that’s changing lives and offering substantial profit margins for investors. Learn how Degree Wellness combines top-notch wellness solutions with streamlined tech and in-house financing, all within an accessible investment range, making it a powerful contender in the health and wellness industry.
#FranchiseLife #DegreeWellness #Cryotherapy #WellnessBusiness #FranchiseOpportunities #TechInWellness #HealthInvesting #Entrepreneurship #Profitability #WellnessRevolution
To learn more, reach out to stacie@fusionfranchising.com!
✅ Stay Connected With Me.
👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionfranchising/
👉Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/franchiseinvestmentexpert/
👉Website: https://fusionfranchising.com/
✅ For Business Inquiries: stacie@fusionfranchising.com
✅ About The Franchise Life.

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