Show Notes

Guest: Bob Gappa, Founder & CEO, Management 2000   The evolution of franchising, lessons learned from decades in the business, and strategies for the future.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

•         How a recession shaped Bob’s entry into franchising.
•         The role of adaptability in long-term business success.
•         Trends and shifts that have redefined the franchise model
•         Bob’s advice for emerging franchise brands.

    Links & Resources:

• Management 2000 website: [www.mgmt2000.com]
• Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-gappa-cfe-62aa6310/]

    Episode Highlights

•     [03:45] How a recession led Bob to offer free consulting — and why it worked.
•     [11:20] The biggest changes in franchising since the 1980s.
•     [18:55] Common mistakes new franchisors make — and how to avoid them.
•     [26:40] Why culture and leadership are the ultimate drivers of franchise success.
•     [34:15] Bob’s predictions for the next 10 years in franchising.