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Meg Schmitz
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Inspiring conversations with real people who took the leap into business ownership, franchising, and freedom. Hosted by franchise guru, consultant and trusted small business advisor, Meg Schmitz.If you're looking to make the next phase of your life the best phase, this podcast is for you.From corporate refugees and executives tired of the desk job life, to entrepreneurs and investors looking for m... more

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For years, people were taught that success meant pushing harder, carrying more, and never letting anything drop. But in this conversation, Gary Nelson offers something different: permission to rethink what a meaningful life and career can actually lo... more

Most business owners don't realize they're building a job they can never leave. Jane Tereba explains why planning your exit starts long before you're ready to sell—and how creating a business that can thrive without you is the ultimate measure of suc... more

Stacy Harris did everything she was supposed to do. She built a career in education, followed the responsible path, and checked all the right boxes—until life forced her to start over.

In this conversation, Stacy shares how divorce, health challeng... more

Owning a business can create opportunity, freedom, and wealth—but it can also expose every weakness in your thinking. Zac Jennings shares what he's learned about leadership, ownership, and the realities that don't show up in the sales brochure. If yo... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Nelson
Franchise professional and resume writer; guest on the episode
Episode: Ep. 8.20 Gary Nelson Saw The Shift Before Most Leaders Did
Jane Tereba
President of Capital Valuation Group, valuation expert
Capital Valuation Group
Episode: Ep 8.25 Building a Business That Doesn't Trap You
Stacy Harris
Entrepreneur, former teacher and franchise owner turned consultant
Episode: Ep 8.24 The Career Was Safe. The Life Wasn't.
Zac Jennings
Entrepreneur and exit advisory practitioner
Southern Exits
Episode: Ep 8.23 The Freedom Trap: What Happens After You Buy the Business
Bob Dalton
Founder of Sackcloth and Ashes, Local app founder
Sackcloth and Ashes, Local
Episode: Ep 8.22 The Long Bet
Jeannie Dougherty
Money whisperer, financial expert
Independent money coaching expert
Episode: Ep 8.21 The Money Conversation Most Families Never Have
Sara Bell
Founder of Strive to Thrive Coaching and Consulting; Hot Works franchise owner
Strive to Thrive Coaching and Consulting; Hot Works
Episode: Ep 8.19 She Had The Title But Lost Herself
Kate Lewis
Entrepreneur who exited corporate IT to start multiple ventures
Founder/CEO (Connections, Fractional Talent, Strait)
Episode: Ep 8.18 Burnout Woke Her Up
Barb Provost
Dr. Barb Provost, advocate and educator focused on financial empowerment for women
Per Strings (organization discussed in episode)
Episode: Ep 8.17 Women, Money, and What's Changing

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Amazing and Informative

    Love listening to this podcast! I learn so much every time I listen in and use the tips in my own career

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Richard F. Kelley
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing information

    All the episodes are great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James N. Castro
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    Entertaining, easy to listen to, and contains lots of useful information that helps me improve as an investor. A truly wonderful resource. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brian C. Andress
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic

    This is a really excellent podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Albert L. Simpson
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this podcast

    This is a really informative podcast on investing that I would highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Albert M. Cochran
    United States2 years ago

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Fans note engaging interviews and strong guest chemistry.
Listeners praise actionable, practical advice for entrepreneurship and franchising.
Shows highlight the host's ability to translate complex concepts into doable steps.
Audiences value the focus on mentorship, networking, and mindset shifts for ownership.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 8.24 The Career Was Safe. The Life Wasn't.
Q: What's the key mindset shift you recommend for effective networking?
Enter conversations focused on how you can help others, prepare specific asks, and build visible credibility first; only then should you seek something in return, ensuring relationships go beyond a single transaction.
Ep 8.24 The Career Was Safe. The Life Wasn't.
Q: Did the franchise experience teach you new skills that helped you create your networking system?
Yes. Running franchises helped me see how to curate a mix of members, identify valuable referral partners, and design a repeatable system that translates networking into measurable opportunities regardless of industry.
Ep. 7.16 Anthony Geisler and Bob McQuillan on Building Sequel—Franchising's Next Major Force
Q: Bob, what are the benefits you immediately recognize and what changes are going into effect for Body20 owners and others in the network?
Bob highlights the shift toward leveraging Sequel's infrastructure—development, real estate, marketing, and finance—while maintaining ownership control and building a unified evangelism and support system that helps franchisees scale more confidently.
Ep. 7.16 Anthony Geisler and Bob McQuillan on Building Sequel—Franchising's Next Major Force
Q: If you'd like to summarize where you've been and where you're going with Sequel Brands for my audience, that would be a tremendous way to kick this off.
Anthony describes a two-decade ascent from LA Boxing through UFC Gym to Club Pilates, culminating in the creation of Sequel, a platform designed to bring the maturity of large, established brands to multi-unit franchising while maintaining agility, control, and capital efficiency.
Ep 8.25 Building a Business That Doesn't Trap You
Q: How should owners approach due diligence when considering a buyer or private equity?
Sellers should actively evaluate buyers, request references, and assess how the buyer would handle people and culture post-transition, not just the financial terms.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Free Agent

What is Free Agent about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on real people who chose entrepreneurship, franchising, or freelance paths to gain freedom and control over their work lives. Episodes often center on career pivots from corporate roles, practical franchising journeys, leadership development, and strategies for building sustainable businesses. Guests describe practical steps for starting or scaling, the importance of systems, mentorship, networking, and planning for exits or transitions. A distinguishing aspect is the blend of personal storytelling with actionable frameworks—covering topics from franchise ownership, back-office support, and AI's role in small business to money mindset and work-life balance—making it a likely resource for aspiring owners and corporate refug... more

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