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Unpredicted Entrepreneur

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Franchising
Recoat Revolution
Gorilla Property Services
Artificial Intelligence
Dallas, United States
Hello Sugar
Renew Medic
Fundraising University
Laura Bradburn
The Dog Stop
The Glass Guru
Cascadia Pizza
Human Resources
Networking
Commercial Real Estate
Project Lean Nation
Frannet
Genie Senior Services
Mike Bahun
More Space Place

Your go-to resource for education and insights on franchising and entrepreneurship. Join us as we share valuable advice and interview franchisees, franchisors, investors, and funding partners to uncover insider knowledge that can help YOU thrive as a franchisee. Whether you're exploring business ownership or looking to grow your franchise portfolio, you'll gain actionable tips and expert perspecti... more

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Welcome to Episode 122 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! Hosts Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske sit down with Mark Cunningham, a veteran business owner who left behind a 38-year insurance career to reinvent himself through franchising and entrepreneurship. ... more

Welcome to episode 121 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur. In this episode, you’ll learn how leaving corporate franchise leadership can lead to a successful entrepreneurial journey. Discover the realities of building your own business from the ground up.

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Welcome to Episode 120 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur. In this episode, you’ll hear how our special guest, Joseph Gozlan, approached commercial real estate after leaving a career in software engineering. See the critical factors for business success.

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Entrepreneurship, franchising, and business growth - Welcome to Episode 119 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! Hosts Roxanne Rapske and Sara Waskow sit down with special guest Andrew Edwards, proud president of Gorilla Property Services. Andrew Edwards sha... more

Welcome to episode 118 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! Discover how SCORE mentorship can empower small business owners and entrepreneurs as hosts Roxanne Rapske and Sara Waskow sit down with Bill Little, chapter chair of SCORE Dallas. With over 25 years... more

Welcome to Episode 117 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! Join hosts Roxanne Rapske and Sara Waskow as they sit down with special guest Laura Bradburn, owner of Outdoor Lighting Perspectives South Orange County, and known as Laura the Lighting Lady. After ... more

Welcome to Episode 116 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur!  In this episode of Unpredicted Entrepreneur, hosts Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske sit down with Ryan Junk, CEO of Beam Light Sauna and longtime leader in the health and wellness franchising space. ... more

Welcome to Episode 115 of Unpredicted Entrepreneur! In this episode, we’re excited to have Jesse Coslov, founder and CEO of The Dog Stop, as our special guest. Join Sara Waskow and Roxanne Rapske for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, ... more

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Mark Cunningham
Former State Farm agent with 38-year career; laundromat owner; founder of Black Optix Tint
Black Optix Tint / United Franchise Group
Episode: It's Never Too Late to Build the Life You Want
Craig Jooste
President, Genie Senior Services
Genie Senior Services
Episode: How This Couple Left Corporate America to Build a Life They Love
Kristen Jooste
COO, Genie Senior Services
Genie Senior Services
Episode: How This Couple Left Corporate America to Build a Life They Love
Joseph Gosselin
Principal of Eureka Business Group, commercial real estate broker and investor
Eureka Business Group
Episode: The Real Cost of a Bad Lease
Andrew Edwards
President of Gorilla Property Services, former franchisee
Gorilla Property Services
Episode: From Living in a Shop to Franchise President
Bill Little
Chapter Chair, SCORE Dallas
SCORE Dallas
Episode: Don’t Build a Business Alone
Laura Bradburn
Owner, Outdoor Lighting Perspectives South Orange County; also known as Laura the Lighting Lady
Outdoor Lighting Perspectives (South Orange County)
Episode: From Safe Career to Risky Move (Worth It?)
Ryan Junk
Brand CEO of Beam Light Sauna; franchisee and franchisor
Beam Light Sauna
Episode: Think You Want Passive Income? Watch This First
Jesse Coslov
Founder and CEO of The Dog Stop
The Dog Stop
Episode: One Man's Pet Peeve Resulted in a National Franchise Brand

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Roxanne Rapske
Host of Unpredicted Entrepreneur
Sara Waskow
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How This Couple Left Corporate America to Build a Life They Love
Q: Craig and Kristen, what would be your advice to a prospective franchisee or business owner thinking about taking the leap?
Start by asking yourself if you're truly ready to leave the corporate world, explore your options beyond a single brand, and ensure you have a gut connection to the brand. Look for a rewarding purpose beyond simply earning money and assess whether you can commit to long-term growth and ownership rather than a paycheck job. If the fit feels right, sleep on it and discuss with a partner to gauge excitement and alignment.
How This Couple Pivoted Into a Booming Fence Business
Q: What practical advice would you give to prospective franchisees?
Invest time in learning the product and processes, lean on your supplier network, build relationships in the community for organic leads, and hire key roles early to avoid bottlenecks as you scale.
How This Couple Pivoted Into a Booming Fence Business
Q: How did the initial hesitation about franchising evolve into a rapid expansion?
We saw the value in the support system, the outside work, and the ability to scale; once we test-driven the model and built confidence, we pursued new territories to grow the business quickly.
How This Couple Pivoted Into a Booming Fence Business
Q: What motivated you to transition from mortgages to fencing and franchising?
We wanted a plan B that leveraged our strengths in sales and operations, and franchising offered a structured path with support while letting us work outside in a way we found more fulfilling.
From Home Schooling to FRANCHISE CEO: The 3 Biggest Surprises
Q: How did you decide to move from a home service into franchising?
The idea emerged after realizing the business model could be scaled through partnerships and expert guidance, turning a family project into a system that could help others while maintaining personal values.

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This program centers on franchising and entrepreneurship, frequently featuring franchise founders, operators, lenders, and mentors who share practical guidance for buying into or scaling a franchise. Episodes often explore real-world paths to ownership, from quitting corporate life to building multi-location networks, and delve into topics like site selection, financing, culture, leadership, and systems that sustain growth. A notable strength is its hands-on, founder- and operator-focused perspective, with actionable takeaways on due diligence, partnerships, and building sustainable franchises. The format tends to blend origin stories with concrete advice, making it useful for aspiring franchisees, current owners seeking growth, and investo... more

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1. Mark Cunningham
2. Craig Jooste
3. Kristen Jooste
4. Joseph Gosselin
5. Andrew Edwards
6. Bill Little
7. Laura Bradburn
8. Ryan Junk

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