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The Franchise Insiders "Inside Scoop" Podcast

The Franchise Insiders
Franchising
Franchise Insiders
Gorilla Property Services
Wet Fuel
Floor Coverings International
HB Protein Smoothies
Marketing
Glo30
Skin Wellness
Renew Medic
Crumbl Cookies
Home Helpers
Recurring Revenue
Puddle Pools
Pink's Window Cleaning
GYMGUYZ
Sharkey's Cuts For Kids
Franchise Growth
Heights Wellness Retreat
Home Care

Jack and Jill Johnson are two of the most experienced franchise experts in the industry, and their podcast The Inside Scoop is a must-listen for anyone considering investing in a franchise. Here are five reasons why:1. Jack and Jill have over 20 years of experience in the franchise industry. 2. They sell franchises, so they know which ones are actually making money. 3. They're not afraid to tell i... more

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Fuel costs get all the attention, but the bigger leak for many fleets is the daily grind of getting fuel. Franchise owner consultants Kathryn and Morgan sit down with Corey Albertson, founder of Wet Fuel, to unpack a modern mobile d... more

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One of Gorilla's franchisees runs his entire business from a cruise ship in Greece — nine vans, all from his phone. That's not a gimmick. It's the model. 

This week the team sits down with Andrew Edwards, owner of Gorilla Property ... more

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Most people exploring franchise ownership are looking in the same places: 

HVAC. Plumbing. Restaurants. 

The problem?

 That’s where everyone else is looking too. 

Meanwhile, there’s a $146 billion industry hiding in plain sight—f... more

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What if a federal prison sentence was the beginning of your best chapter?

That's exactly where Tim Doherty's story starts. He joins Jack and Jill Johnson on We Bought a Franchise to share how fitness became his lifeline behind bars... more

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Recent Guests

Corey Albertson
Founder of Wet Fuel
Wet Fuel
Episode: Every job site runs on diesel. The all new Wet Fuel franchise delivers it.
Andrew Edwards
Founder of Gorilla Property Services
Gorilla Property Services
Episode: The Home Services Franchise You Run Entirely From Your Phone | Gorilla Property Services
Chris Schaeffer
Senior Director of Franchise Development
Floor Coverings International
Episode: The $146B ‘Boring’ Business Nobody Talks About: Why This Mobile Showroom Franchise Is Growing Fast
Tim Doherty
Founder of Project Lean Nation
Project Lean Nation
Episode: From Federal Prison to Franchise Owner: The Project Lean Nation Story
Dr. Arleen Lamba
Founder of Glo30 skincare
Glo30
Episode: Why GLO30 Franchisees Keep Buying More Units
Shane Evans
Founder of Massage Heights, now Heights Wellness Retreat
Heights Wellness Retreat / Heights Wellness
Episode: Heights Wellness Retreat CEO Shane Evans on Building a Wellness Empire
Daniel Boone
Co-founder, HB Protein Smoothies
HB Protein Smoothies
Episode: This Protein Smoothie Franchise Is Coming for Smoothie King & Tropical Smoothie — 250 Calories, 35g Protein
Ethan Boone
Co-founder, HB Protein Smoothies
HB Protein Smoothies
Episode: This Protein Smoothie Franchise Is Coming for Smoothie King & Tropical Smoothie — 250 Calories, 35g Protein
Jen Cain
Chief Sales Officer at Sequel Brands
Sequel Brands
Episode: Gary Brecka is Launching a Franchise — Here's What You Need to Know

Hosts

Jack Johnson
Host with deep franchise experience, guiding interviews and questions.
Jill Johnson
Co-host and franchise expert, contributing questions and industry context.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Excellent franchise information!

    Thank you Jack and Jill! Great information and fun listen!

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    United States6 years ago

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The episodes balance storytelling with data-driven guidance—very practical.
Great guests that bring real-world leverage to franchising decisions.
Excellent franchise information!
Love the actionable insights for prospective franchisees and investors.
Thank you Jack and Jill! Great information and fun listen!

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How Low-Cost Franchises Scale with Thomas Scott
Q: What traits do top performers have in your system?
Top performers consistently hit a clear math-based target (sales hires, appointment volumes, and a defined marketing spend). They follow the proven systems and avoid reinventing the wheel, focusing on executing the plan rather than chasing personal preferences.
Building a Children's Salon Empire with Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Owner Lacy Altenhofen
Q: What has the first year or two of ownership taught you about scaling a franchise?
The early months required strong marketing, community engagement, and careful staffing; Covid forced quick adaptations, but by leveraging local partnerships and scalable processes, growth could continue without sacrificing the customer experience.
Building a Children's Salon Empire with Sharkey's Cuts for Kids Owner Lacy Altenhofen
Q: What drew you to Sharkey's for Kids and how did you get started?
I wanted to open a business in Midland and Odessa and felt drawn to the children's industry; after a referral from a franchise consultant and a direct email from the founder, Sharkey's seemed like a perfect fit for our community.
Chuck Runyon: CEO of Anytime Fitness on how technology and empathy helped build Anytime Fitness
Q: Katherine Allen: What KPIs do you recommend franchisees track to stay ahead of the curve?
Typical KPIs include personal training penetration, average member value, close rate, and the ability to manage and benchmark these across the network to drive action and improvement.
Chuck Runyon: CEO of Anytime Fitness on how technology and empathy helped build Anytime Fitness
Q: Morgan Noller: How does Purpose Brands assess scalability and which data points matter most for expansion?
The company looks for brands with clear proof of concept, a minimum scale (around 100+ units), growth potential, portability internationally, and alignment with 'purpose' to ensure sustainable expansion.

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A practical, data-driven show that focuses on franchising opportunities across service-oriented industries. Episodes feature seasoned hosts who dissect business models, unit economics, growth strategies, and operational playbooks, often anchored by real-world guest insights from founders, executives, and franchise developers. The format tends to blend storytelling with actionable metrics—from cash flow and KPIs to territory design and launch timelines—making it valuable for potential operators, investors, and channel partners evaluating franchise opportunities. Notable is the emphasis on culture, recurring revenue models, and scalable systems, with several episodes signaling a bias toward lean operations, franchise development, and tech-ena... more

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2. Andrew Edwards
3. Chris Schaeffer
4. Tim Doherty
5. Dr. Arleen Lamba
6. Shane Evans
7. Daniel Boone
8. Ethan Boone

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