Our process
The franchise discovery process, step by step. Four stages, usually 30 to 90 days from the first call to a decision, and free to you: the franchisor pays Ryan's fee, so his only job is to find the fit.
- 15 to 20 min
- first call with Ryan
- 30 to 90 days
- from first call to a decision
- $0
- cost to you; the franchisor pays the fee
- No obligation
- at any step, including the last one
1Step 1 of 4
Schedule a Call
A 15 to 20 minute introductory call with Ryan. The goal is to learn about each other, hear what your goals are, and see if he can help you.
- Ryan asks about your background, the life you want the business to support, and how hands-on you plan to be.
- You cover the practical side: liquid capital, net worth, timing, and the markets you would consider.
- If franchising is not the right route for you, he says so on this call rather than three months later.
What you walk away with: A clear yes or no on whether it makes sense to keep going, and what Ryan will look for on your behalf.
2Step 2 of 4
Personalized Matching
Ryan gets to work, eliminating options that don't fit your goals, keying in on franchise brands that might be a great fit, and introducing you to the ones that sound most interesting.
- He screens the thousands of franchises out there against your budget, your role in the business, and your goals, and drops the ones that don't fit.
- You review a short list together, brand by brand, with the reasons each one made the cut.
- Ryan introduces you to the franchisors you want to hear from. You are never handed off to a sales team.
What you walk away with: A short list of brands worth your time, and an introduction to each one you choose to explore.
3Step 3 of 4
Discovery
The franchisor invites you to a series of calls and events so you can learn about the business and get a feel for the brand. It's a lot like dating: you're both deciding whether it's a fit.
- You learn how the business runs day to day, what the training and support look like, and what the numbers look like in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
- You talk to existing franchisees, the people who can tell you what the brand is really like to own.
- Ryan stays in the loop throughout: what to ask, what to look for, and what a good answer sounds like.
What you walk away with: First-hand knowledge of each brand, from the franchisor and from its owners, so nothing about the decision is a guess.
4Step 4 of 4
Make a Decision
After you've walked through each step with each brand, you'll be ready to decide whether you want to own it. Most people reach this point 30 to 90 days after the initial call.
- Many brands close discovery with a visit to headquarters to meet the leadership team before anyone signs anything.
- You decide on your own timeline. Ryan's role is to make sure you have what you need to decide, not to push you to a yes.
- If the answer is no, that is a good outcome too. You have learned what you want, and Ryan can keep looking.
What you walk away with: A decision you can stand behind, whichever way it goes.
Real Success Stories
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Ready for step one?
A 15 to 20 minute call, no commitment. If franchising isn't right for you, Ryan will say so on the call.