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In this episode of School for Startups Radio, Tom DuFore shared a practical look at franchising for business owners who are starting to think beyond a single successful location. The conversation covers the core signs of a franchiseable business, including having a profitable prototype, the ability to train someone to run the model, and a…

In a recent episode of Just Chat with Drew, Tom DuFore shared a candid look at the entrepreneurial journey, from his early goal of becoming a management consultant to building a career helping business owners grow through franchising. The conversation touches on the human side of business, the realities that come with entrepreneurship, and why…

In a recent episode of The Amazing Marketing Show, Tom DuFore shared a practical look at what happens when a successful business owner starts asking, “What do I do next?” The conversation covers the real mechanics behind franchising, including what makes a business franchiseable, how franchising differs from licensing, and why it can be a…

In a recent episode of The Unstoppable Podcast with Harry Sardinas, Tom DuFore shared a practical perspective on the shift business owners face when moving from early traction to real scale. The conversation explores why the mindset and habits that help build a first million often become the very things that hold a company back…

Tom DuFore recently joined Disc Media: A Startup Story to talk about the real side of franchising, not just the flashy growth stories, but the strategy, structure, and mindset behind sustainable expansion. Drawing from more than two decades in the franchise space, Tom breaks down the three key tests of franchise viability, explains why home…

Tom DuFore joined Driven: Unscripted Success to talk about what it really takes to franchise a business, from the signs a company may be ready to scale to the mindset shifts that often hold owners back. It’s a practical conversation on growth, systems, and why franchising can create a win for the franchisor, franchisee, and…

In a recent episode of Built to Billions, Tom DuFore shared a practical look at franchising as a growth strategy for business owners who are ready to expand beyond a single successful operation. The conversation covers the fundamentals of franchise readiness, including the importance of a profitable prototype, the ability to serve markets beyond your…

Tom DuFore joined Influencing Entrepreneurs to talk about what franchising looks like right now, plus the “why” behind how Big Sky operates. He shared how his doctorate work focused on virtue in business, and how that thinking shows up in real life through values-driven leadership, culture, and long-term relationships (not just transactions). Tom also broke…

Tom recently joined the Enterprise Podcast Network’s Enterprise Radio to discuss Why Franchising Your Business Is More Relevant in 2026. In the episode, Tom shared actionable insights for growth-minded entrepreneurs. During the episode, he discussed the strategic value of franchising, what makes a business ready for expansion, and common pitfalls to avoid when scaling.