Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast
Tariq Johnson from Zero to Profitable Franchise (and YouTube) reveals his strategies (profitable franchise secrets) on buying franchises and getting them profitable FAST, so you can experience the freedom and flexibility with owning a profitable franchise business!
Get access to exclusive interviews with top performing Franchisees, accountants, and business experts so you can learn from their mistakes, and hear real life success stories so you can feel more confident in your franchise journey. Tariq signed onto his first franchise in 2015 after making a (scary) $300,000 investment. He got that location profitable in less than 60 days, and has since gone on to buy and sell numerous franchise locations. He intimately understands the fear, confusion, and overwhelm that comes with trying to make it as a full time entrepreneur.
You’ll learn about FDD’s, franchisee validation calls, how to buy a franchise, the most profitable franchise industries, franchise funding, SBA loans, and marketing strategies so you can thrive as a franchise owner and create your dream life with your family and loved ones. No matter what stage of buying a franchise you are in, this podcast will help you do one thing. Go from Zero to Profitable Franchise! Hit subscribe, and get ready to create your dream life.
Episodes
64 episodes
Is Buying a Franchise in 2025 a HUGE Mistake? (Cons & Pros)
Is buying a franchise in 2025 a HUGE mistake?In this video, I’ll show you exactly why 35% of franchise owners regret their decision, and how to make sure you’re not one of them. The truth is, buying a franchise can either unlock freedom...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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19:55
From Laid Off to Leading 3 Franchise Territories in 6 Months
What would you do if you were laid off just before the holidays… with a toddler at home… and your life savings on the line?In this episode, I sat down with Nina Hunter — a brand new franchise owner who went from being let go in corporat...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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53:07
From Philanthropy to Franchise: Why Patrick Bet Big on Painting
What makes someone leave a secure career, start a franchise, and take that leap just weeks before their second child is born?In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, I sit down with Patrick — a first-time franchisee ...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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51:03
Ex Banker Slams The Door on Corporate America and buys this Franchise
Farris is a client of ours at Franchise Empire.Recently he purchased a cleaning & restoration franchise after 20+ years in corporate.I got the chance to sit down with him and talk about his journey, what he learned, and advi...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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45:58
What life is like AFTER buying a Franchise
Greg and Julie are clients of ours at Franchise Empire.Recently, they officially became business owners!So I wanted to sit down with them and talk about their journey of finding, vetting, and buying a franchise.Sit back,...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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1:11:05
The Feeling After Quitting Your Job and Buying a Franchise
Nancy and Troy are clients of ours at Franchise Empire.Nancy was a nurse for 35 years and finally quit her job and bought her first franchise.I got the chance to sit down with her and talk about their franchise purchase and jour...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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45:24
The Hard Truth About Buying a Food Franchise in 2025
Karriem is a franchisee for Little Caesars and a coach here at Franchise Empire.After working together for a long time, we finally had the chance to meet in person and sit down to do a podcast.We talked about what it's like owni...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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47:16
Why Killing Your Past Self Creates Massive Success?
A little over a year ago I asked Bedros Keuilian to be on my podcast and here we are.I’ve been a fan of Bedros for a long time, invested in his coaching, and have looked up to the empire he’s built.So it was an honor to sit down...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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1:09:04
How Ryan Pineda Went from Flipping Couches to $50 MILLION In Sales
Ryan Pineda is a former pro athlete who went from broke, flipping couches, to building a massive empire of multiple 7-figure businesses.I got the opportunity to sit down with him and talk about how he got started in entrepreneurship, hi...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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1:12:03
Low Cost Franchises, Resale Opportunities, And Why Passive Income Is A LIE
In this episode we cover:- A low cost franchise opportunity showing sales of $2.7 MILLION- A 7-figure resale opportunity in Florida- Why a former finance employee bought this surprising franchise- Can you actually make passi...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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36:09
How The F*ck Does This Franchise Make $16 MILLION?
In this episode we cover...A tech franchise with top franchisee doing $16 million in revenueResale opportunity that showed $2.5M in revenue in 202314 huge mistakes to avoid when buying a franchiseAnd much, much more...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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39:01
This B2B Business Averages $1.37 MILLION In Sales*
In this episode we dive into a BUNCH of franchise opportunities and tactical insights for owning a profitable franchise.We cover...* A B2B business doing an average of $1.37 million in sales* A resale business out of SC ...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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29:31
Weird "Home Repair" Franchise Does $5.8 MILLION In Sales*
In this episode, we have a lot of great franchise opportunities we're breaking down.Including:* A restoration franchise that reports an average of $5.8 million in sales* A resale franchise in NC that does $740k in sales<...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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24:46
This Low Cost Franchise Averages 7-Figures In Sales*
In today's episode we break down a ton of different franchise opportunities.** All sales/numbers mentioned in this video are either pulled directly from the FDD provided by the franchisor or from the resale listingWe're going to...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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34:18
EX Pentagon Employee Explains The Psychology of Billboard Marketing
In business, there’s a phrase that goes something like this…The best marketer wins.It’s typically not the best product that wins, or the smartest business owner.The businesses that make the most money become great at sal...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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46:29
How he Built, Owned AND Sold 13 Five Guys Locations!!
Marc and his business partners accomplished something most entrepreneurs only dream of.They built an empire and exited for life-changing money.In this episode I sit down with Marc and talk about his strategy and how he built thi...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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1:19:27
What You Should Look For Before Buying A Franchise
Looking to buy a franchise in 2025? This is the perfect video for you.We dive into a couple of really lucrative franchise opportunities and break down what you should be looking for in a franchise.** All numbers shown in this vi...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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26:10
Home Service Business Averages $1.4 MILLION In Sales*
In this episode we break down a couple of really unique franchise opportunities PLUS give you an inside look from a brand new franchisee on what it’s really like owning a franchise.** All numbers shown in this video are from the FDD pro...
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Season 2
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Episode 21
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31:58
7-Figure* Franchise Opportunity for 2025
In this episode we break down a few great franchise opportunities.NOTE: All numbers in this video are pulled directly from the FDD provided by the franchisor OR numbers listed by the resale franchise.We talk about an exciting re...
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Season 2
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Episode 20
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26:12
Why This Boring Business Makes A Sh*t Ton of Money
In this episode, we break down a few great franchise opportunities. NOTE: All numbers in this video are pulled directly from the FDD provided by the franchisor OR numbers listed by the resale franchise. We talk about a...
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Season 2
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Episode 19
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32:07
This Franchise Is ALREADY Making Money
In this episode we break down a few great franchise opportunities.NOTE: All numbers in this video are pulled directly from the FDD provided by the franchisor OR numbers listed by the resale franchise.We talk about a senior care ...
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Season 2
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Episode 18
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21:41
This Franchise Does $2.8 MILLION In Sales*
If you're looking for a franchise opportunity in the next 6-12 months, this is the episode for you.Me and Kevin sat down and broke down a few different franchise opportunities.Specifically, we covered:✅ Service Franchise sho...
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Season 2
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Episode 17
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37:52
Franchise Owners of 20 years Tell All!
In this episode, I got to sit down with a business owner with over 20 years of experience. We got to dive deep into the entrepreneurial experience and all the best strategies they've used over the years to find success. Plus, some of the obstac...
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Season 2
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Episode 16
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1:03:39
Low Cost Franchise Earns $270k In PROFIT*
In this episode of the podcast, we’re going to cover…. *For the top 25% of territory owners according to 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document ✅ Pool franchise with average PROFIT of $270k for top 25% (Low start up c...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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36:13
This Business does $11 MILLION In Sales…Here’s How
In today’s episode, we’re going to break down… ✅ Service Franchise showing owner doing over $11M in Sales! ✅ Affordable resale with SUPER strong franchise brand ✅ Franchise Buyers acquire resale with STRONG cash flow ✅ How t...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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31:31
