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Exploring Entrepreneurial Success: Insights from My Thriving Candidates

By Ryan Perry, (updated November 13, 2025)

The franchise industry offers countless opportunities in today's economy. However, not all franchises are created equal. Some offer recession-resistant brands with low start-up costs and overhead, while others provide the freedom to make your own decisions and work on your own schedule, potentially improving your quality of life.

Meet Geoff, one of my thriving franchisees. He shares his thoughts and experiences that have contributed to his success.

Question: What were the top three things (characteristics) you were looking in a business?
Answer: Profitability, In the Fitness/Wellness area, Ability to affect the lives of my customer Question: Did you experience fear/hesitation/anxiety at some point?
Answer: Constantly Question: When?
Answer: Daily Question: How did you deal with it?
Answer: I told myself that this is the right move for me and my family's future Question: How valuable did you find talking with franchise owners?
Answer: Very valuable Question: Anything especially surprising or interesting?
Answer: That the time to profitability does not seem to be close to what Franchisors promote Question: Did you find them or change to something else?
Answer: Yes I found mine with the help of Ryan Question: Did you feel well equipped at the start of the validation process?
Answer: Not really but you were a huge help Question: If not, what could you have known before?
Answer: More about the business model and the key players Question: When did you know that this was the right franchise for you?
Answer: Discovery Day Question: Do you think you would have found this business without my help/guidance?
Answer: Absolutely Not Question: What did you think about the unique perspective I gave to you being an experienced multiple unit franchisee?
Answer: You gave me sound and reasonable advice, walked me through the landscape, pros/cons, allowed me to expand my lense Question: Now that you have gone thru my process, What advice would you have for someone that is thinking about owning a franchise?
Answer: Call Ryan

Contact me today to discuss your goals and explore the opportunities available to you. Let's work together to help you achieve the success you deserve!

Ryan Perry

Ryan Perry

Franchise consultant and coach

With over 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, franchising, and business coaching, I’ve opened multiple locations for franchise brands I’ve owned. My goal is not to persuade you to buy a franchise but to help you decide whether franchising is right for you and, if so, to find a brand that matches your goals.

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