Erik Van Horn is a franchising specialist, and expert in multi-unit, semi-absentee franchise business ownership. From entrepreneur to regional developer, and investor to consultant, Erik has worn many hats over the last two decades, which has provided him unique insight into complex aspects of the industry. If you're a franchisee, a franchisor, or one aspiring to be, subscribe to the Franchise Secrets channel and visit www.FranchiseSecrets.com for even more tactical and practical tools to help you buy, grow, and sell franchises like an expert
A franchise discovery day can be daunting to someone just diving into the industry. So what is it all about? What should you expect? What does the process look like leading into discovery day? If you’re trying to prepare and don’t know where to turn, I answer some of your burning questions in this episode of Franchise Secrets.
Jori Hayes turns the tables and asks me some of the need-to-know questions when prepping for discovery day. Jori is a multi-unit franchisee and co-owner of STUSS consulting. She has extensive experience in helping launch franchises and improving sales and operations, and I’m excited to have her as co-host of this episode.
Outline of This Episode
[0:35] Jori Hayes on Discovery Day
[1:20] Jori’s background
[6:45] When you go to discovery day?
[9:50] Item 19: What are some red flags?
[14:20] The validation process
[18:00] The questions you ask at Discovery Day
[25:00] Learn the values of the franchise
[31:20] What if your gut is screaming no?
[38:40] Find a mentor or consultant
Resources & People Mentioned
Orangetheory Fitness - [ Ссылка ]
Connect with Jori Hayes
LinkedIn - [ Ссылка ]
Connect With Erik
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