Geek It Out! Join Jack Monson and the top digital marketing thought leaders every Tuesday for a discussion on using social media and new technologies for your business, brand, or franchise. If you enjoy digital marketing as much as you do relationships, this show is for you!
Social Geek Radio is an exceptional podcast that caters to individuals interested in franchise marketing. The show consistently features leaders in the franchising industry, providing listeners with valuable insights and a finger on the pulse of the latest trends. Each episode is thoughtfully crafted, engaging, and most importantly, helps listeners better serve their own clients. The diversity of guests and the wealth of knowledge showcased by host Jack Monson and his guests make this podcast a must-listen for anyone looking for insights on marketing, advertising, and beyond.
One of the best aspects of Social Geek Radio is the caliber of guests featured on each episode. From top leaders in franchising to experts in digital marketing, every guest brings unique perspectives and practical advice that can be directly applied to business strategies. The conversations are authentic and informative, offering actionable insights that can help businesses grow. Additionally, Jack's interviewing style creates a comfortable environment for guests to share their expertise and engage in real conversations.
While it's challenging to find any flaws in this podcast, one possible drawback is that it primarily focuses on franchise marketing rather than covering a broader range of topics. However, given that Social Geek Radio excels at delivering valuable content within its niche, this limitation may not be a significant concern for its target audience.
In conclusion, Social Geek Radio is an outstanding podcast for individuals seeking to stay updated on digital trends in franchising and gain actionable insights for their businesses. Jack Monson's dynamic hosting skills combined with the expertise of his diverse guests create compelling conversations that educate and inspire listeners. Whether you're new to franchising or an experienced professional looking to stay ahead of industry developments, Social Geek Radio should be at the top of your podcast playlist.
“The are two types of businesses in the future: those who are closed and those who are using AI.” The AI Sherpa, Robert Mitchell, takes a brief look back at 2024 and a big look ahead to 2025 for Franchise systems adopting AI. The quick wins for franchisors implementing AI in their day to day operations are occurring more and more. As brands see more efficiencies and more team members are doubling down using AI, and therefore creating even more efficiencies, we will start seeing the true impact on our businesses. Robert also gives advice on proving ROI for your CEO, Board, and Private Equity. Thanks to WSI!
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for December 11, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Promotex!
Sunglasses on. The Franchise Rock Stars are back. Mission Statements: Are they Necessary or Nonsense? Do we need them? If so, can they be improved? Or do we send them to the corporate lingo dumpster of the past Our Rock Star panel is back! Ali Kraus, Danielle Wright, Derrick Ableman, Kristen Pechacek, and Scott Greenberg share their views and examples of good and bad mission statements. Thanks to Northeast Color, Hughes, Citrin Cooperman, and Tsource!
Welcome to Just Jania, the podcast hosted by Jania Bailey and powered by FranNet. “If you're achieving your goals by yourself, you're not thinking BIG enough.” Ryan Parsons is the CEO of Evive Brands, a franchisor that includes services such as Executive Home Care, Assisted Living Locators, Grasons Co., and Brothers That Just Do Gutters. Ryan shares stories about the evolution from working in the trades, to starting a home services franchise, to expanding into a multi-brand platform. Jania and Ryan also have advice for aspiring entrepreneurs!
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for December 4, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Promotex!
Why Franchising? We spoke with many entrepreneurs and franchisors LIVE at this year's Franchise Expo Austin about why they decided to franchise their concept. And, why are franchisee partners finding success with their brand? What's in it for them? In part 2, you'll hear from these extraordinary Franchisors: Alex Wright, Pups Pub Natalie Hansen, Perkins Ken Baker, Sun Stoppers Jorge Campos, Movita Juice Bar Jack Hall, Cici's Pizza JJ and Traci, Get A Haircut And then we'll wrap this year's MVF Podcast Zone shows with a special conversation with Rafael Alvarez, CEO of The Latino Franchise Association. Rafael shares some challenges potential franchisees are currently facing, how the LFA can help, and trends with franchise brands from Latin America. Thanks Northeast Color, Source, Citrin Cooperman, and Hughes!
Why Franchising? We spoke with many entrepreneurs and franchisors LIVE at this year's Franchise Expo Austin about why they decided to franchise their concept. And, why are franchisee partners finding success with their brand? What's in it for them? Today you'll hear from these extraordinary Franchisors: Ken Phipps, Eggs Up Grill Brandon Wilhem, Hangry Joe's Lauri White, Pizza Drop James Carey, Preservan Kerri Da Silva, Rapid Hose Dan Bish, Eat Gather Love But first, we start with a conversation with SMB Franchise Advisers' Dawn Abbamondi and Shannon Wilburn about the state of franching! #itsallabouttherelationship And then we'll wrap the show with an update from Dr John Hayes, who teaches The A to Zs at the Expos and is once again hosting the Selling Franchises Summit, coming up January 23-24 in West Palm Beach with the Titus Center for Franchising. Thanks to Citrin Cooperman, Hughes, Northeast Color, and Tsource. And thank YOU for listening and staying connected on the Social Geek Radio Network!
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for November 20, 2024 #thoughtleadershipawards #franchisethoughtleadership Thanks to Text Request and Promotex!
Welcome to Just Jania, the podcast hosted by Jania Bailey and powered by FranNet. Lance Freeman, President of Franchise Development at Xpontential Fitness joins Jania today. Lance shares his perspective on competition in the franchise space, how great brands are actually “sales & marketing engines,” and why consumers are engaging more with health & wellness brands.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for November 13, 2024 #thoughtleadershipawards #franchisethoughtleadership Thanks to Text Request and Promotex!
We've heard from the political pundits and experts on what the 2024 Election results will mean for Americans. But what about for the Franchise Community? Michael Layman is the Sr Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs at the IFA and joins me for the first in a new series of Thought Leader One-On-One conversations on Social Geek. Mike jumps in with his expertise on navigating the waters of Washington, DC on behalf of the franchise community. We'll discuss key issues for which all franchisors, franchisees, and suppliers will be advocating in 2025 and beyond! * What can we expect in a new Trump Administration? * Will a common-sense Joint Employer standard be preserved and perhaps codified? * Will we see an end of the over-regulation of small businesses and the franchise relationship by The FTC? * Will the tax cuts of 2017 be extended at the end of 2025? * How could a radical realignment and reformation of federal agencies under President Trump (and maybe Elon Musk!) affect Franchising? The possibilities are fascinating. Thanks to Hughes, Northeast Color, and Tsource!
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for November 6, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Promotex!
It's the 3rd part in our ongoing series, The AI Sherpa with Robert Mitchell, Chief AI Officer at WSI, and the leading voice on reimagining franchise systems using AI technology. Today we discuss aligning AI with your business strategy. How important is it for franchisors to align AI initiatives with their overall business strategy? And what steps can be taken to ensure that AI adoption drives value and supports business goals? We'll also cover "who is on notice" and how brands should decide what that means. And, are you employing the smartest person in the room?
“There's no data behind a shiny object.” It's the Marketing and Innovation update on Social Geek. Today: avoiding Shiny Object Syndrome! First, Brandi Kloostra, VP of Digital Marketing at Franworth, shares the five data points in digital marketing that she is watching closely for each of her brands and for all of her franchisees. How have the most critical data points changed over the past five years? How has the use of AI changed the way we assess marketing data? And, what are our favorite memes? Next up, Rebecca Wright, President of franchise marketing platform JBecca, joins the podcast to discuss the biggest data challenges franchise systems are facing right now. How can upfront assessment of data improve your return on ad spend and positively impact your SEO & organic marketing? How can data lead a system's franchise development success as driving brand marketing and local franchisee marketing? And what if … it works?!? And thanks for your support Northeast Color, Hughes, Citrin Cooperman, and Tsource.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for October 30, 2024. Thanks to Text Request and Promotex!
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for October 23, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Promotex.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for October 16, 2024 #thoughtleadershipawards Thanks to Text Request and Promotex.
As many organizations are remote but maybe returning to office, we're wondering … What do YOU love most about being remote? And what do you really dislike? As franchising is the original remote structure, our Franchise Rock Stars are here to weigh in! Kristen Pechacek, Derrick Ableman, and Scott Greenberg share stories about how they and their teams are doing with working remotely or in a hybrid situation. How do they keep their own energy up while maintaining the emotional well-being, culture, and relationships with their teams and partners? How has the return to office affected conference and conventions in the franchise space? AND we have a big announcement about the 2024 Franchise Thought Leadership Awards at the beginning of today's show... Shout out to Rock Stars Ali Kraus and Danielle Wright. Thanks Tsource, Northeast Color, and Hughes.
Welcome to Just Jania, the podcast hosted by Jania Bailey and powered by FranNet. Eric Martin of Happinest Brands shares an overview of the state of the $600+ Million home service industry. Eric and Jania discuss how to decide if franchise brand is a good fit for you!
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for October 9, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Promotex! #franchise #news #podcast
Over the summer, some friends and I who are involved in the IFA Marketing & Innovation Committee were kicking around some new ideas. How could we get today's top franchise leaders to give valuable advice in-between IFA events? What's the best way for them to share best practices on topics that IFA members want to hear? So, on a monthly basis, The Social Geek Podcast will present The Marketing & Innovation Update featuring leaders doing truly innovative new things in the areas of franchising, marketing, and more. Today we will hear from Joe Sieve, Chief Restaurant and Global Development Officer at Papa John's, as well as the Chair of The 2024 Franchise Leadership and Development Conference. Joe shares a preview of FLDC, the opening session, and his panel about Leading Through Challenging Times. Joining Joe on stage will be franchisor CEOs Paul Macaluso, Heather Neary, and Scott Williams. Next, Lou Gammal joins us to talk SWAG! As the CEO of Promotex, Lou has the latest trends on merch and promotional items that make franchisors and supplier stand out at franchise trade shows and events. We're all looking forward to FLDC next week! Thanks International Franchise Association and Franchise Update Media for always putting together the best show of the year. And thanks for your support Northeast Color, Hughes, Citrin Cooperman, and Tsource!
It's part 2 in our ongoing series: The AI Sherpa with Robert Mitchell. Robert is the Chief AI Officer at WSI, and the leading voice on reimagining franchise systems using AI technology. Today he shares advice on how to get started with AI in your organization with both the top-down and bottom-upapproach. And, it's another edition of our favorite segment: “who's on notice?” ... Call centers and lead qualifiers may be the next areas of franchising that will be drastically changing soon. Thanks to WSI! #upskilling
Welcome to Just Jania, the podcast hosted by Jania Bailey and powered by FranNet. Grant Bullington, FranNet consultant from Vancouver, BC joins Jania to share his take on why brands and candidates need a focused, engaged, and efficient network of consultants.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for September 25, 2024 Thanks to Text Request https://www.textrequest.com/
We're LIVE again at Franchise Expo South for Part 2 of our conversations in the Podcast Zone! Today: Why Franchising? Why did you and your brand decide to franchise your concept? And, why do your franchisees partner with you and your brand? What's in it for them? We spoke with many entrepreneurs and franchisors at this year's Franchise Expo South earlier this month in Ft Lauderdale. Today you'll hear from: Suzanne Bernal, Orlando Cat Café Mike Riley, Ziebart Brian Robinson, AFC Sevag Kourjakia, Shoppers Drapes & Blinds Ron Bender, The Shutter House Amber Burke, Burn Boot Camp Thanks Citrin Cooperman, Hughes, Northeast Color, and Tsource.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for September 18, 2024 Thanks to Text Request https://www.textrequest.com/
Were LIVE at Live at Franchise Expo South! In Part One, we'll chat with: Eric Brown, Donatos Pizza Rosalee Hernandez, Del Toro Insurance Alex and Sheila, Pup's Pub Tom Peska, SPB Hospitality Ethan Albrecht-Carrié, Lime Fresh James Carrey, Presevan Derek Newbold, The Grand Port Authority Thanks to Citrin Cooperman, Hughes, Northeast Color, and Tsource.
Welcome to the Fran-Tastic Franchising Podcast – with conversations about entrepreneurs exploring franchise ownership and finding a business opportunity that's a perfect fit. The next generation continues to explore business ownership like never before as a different path to success. Don Clayton, Chief Talent Officer at FranServe shares what he's seeing as far as the return on investment in a franchise versus the ROI of a four-year college degree. With a new mindset and a new group of influencers showing young entrepreneurs alternatives, those with the right attitude are more likely to be successful within a franchise system. Check out FranServe at https://franserve.com - The world's largest franchise consulting & expansion organization.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for September 11, 2024 Thanks to Text Request https://www.textrequest.com/
It's the Marketing and Innovation Update for September on Social Geek. This month, we're looking at trends in Leadership and Development. First up today, Franchise Update Media's Diane Phibbs shares a preview of next month's Franchise Leadership & Development Conference. The IFA and Franchise Update have big plans for what is most franchise professionals' all-time favorite event of the year. We'll discuss a new agenda, the speakers already lined up, the Star Awards, and the always-anticipated Annual Franchise Development Report. Then Michael Iannuzzi of Citrin-Cooperman returns the podcast to dicuss some current challeges with emerging brands, legacy brands, and multi-unit owners. Michael shares what he's seeing in the space as far as deal flow and other trends for the rest of 2024 and 2025. Thanks for your ongoing support Northeast Color, AnswerConnect, CareerPlug, and Hughes. And thank YOU for listening and staying connected on the Social Geek Radio Network. https://offers.careerplug.com/howtohire https://www.northeastcolor.com/ https://www.answerconnect.com/franchise https://www.hughes.com/franchise
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for September 4, 2024 Thanks to Text Request https://www.textrequest.com/
Welcome to September and the start of the fall franchise event season. Today's Franchise Rock Star panel: Ali Kraus, Danielle Wright, and Scott Greenberg share their favorite events. We'll also get some new travel tips from these traveling pros! Plus, what makes a great show over a good how? And what shows do these Rock Stars love the most? Shout-outs to: IFA Women's Franchise Committee, Red Boswell, The FLDC Star Awards, Clayton Kendall, and lots of reviews on Ali's luggage situation. And hey to Rock Stars Derrick Ableman and Kristen Pechacek – see you soon! Thanks for your ongoing support Northeast Color, AnswerConnect, CareerPlug, and Hughes. And thank YOU for listening and staying connected on the Social Geek Radio Network. https://www.northeastcolor.com/ | https://www.answerconnect.com/franchise | https://offers.careerplug.com/howtohire | https://www.hughes.com/franchise
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for August 28, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Hughes. https://www.textrequest.com/ https://www.hughes.com/franchise
Welcome to the Fran-Tastic Franchising Podcast – with conversations about entrepreneurs exploring franchise ownership and finding a business opportunity that's a perfect fit. Today, Don Clayton, FranServe's Chief Talent Officer, discusses the organization's successful consultants, their mindset, and their learning processes. Check out FranServe at https://franserve.com - The world's largest franchise consulting & expansion organization.
It's the first in our ongoing series, The AI Sherpa with Robert Mitchell! Robert is the Chief AI Officer at WSI, and the leading voice on reimagining franchise systems using AI technology. We'll dive in with an overview of where the Franchise space is now with AI adoption and how you can be a leader for your brand. Thanks to WSI! #bethesqueekywheel
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for August 21, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Hughes. https://www.textrequest.com/ https://www.hughes.com/franchise
Welcome to Just Jania, the podcast hosted by Jania Bailey and powered by FranNet. Pete First, Chief Development Officer with BrightStar Care joins Jania to discuss diversifying revenue streams, multi-unit expansion, and franchising in the healthcare focused field.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for August 14, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Hughes. https://www.textrequest.com/ https://www.hughes.com/franchise
It's the Marketing & Innovation Update on Social Geek. CEOs Clarissa Bradstock from Any Lab Test Now and Jania Bailey of FranNet share how they've solved some recent technology challenges for their franchise systems. Thanks also to David Wheeler and Ira Shapiro of Tsource.
Welcome to the Fran-Tastic Franchising Podcast – with conversations about entrepreneurs exploring franchise ownership and finding a business opportunity that's a perfect fit. FranServe's CEO Alesia Visconti discusses her upcoming book, The Pink Tsunami, Women's Rise in Franchising. Alesia's book covers the recent rise of women in positions of power in the Franchise business model. It's interesting to me that she's digging to areas beyond business ownership such as growing franchise brands in areas like sales, legal, operations, marketing, and more.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for August 7, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Hughes. https://www.textrequest.com/ https://www.hughes.com/franchise
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for July 31, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Hughes. https://www.textrequest.com/ https://www.hughes.com/franchise
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Welcome to Just Jania, the podcast hosted by Jania Bailey and powered by FranNet. Brian Garrison, President and COO of Buzz Franchise Brands, is Jania's guest on this edition of Just Jania. Brian and Jania discuss the opportunities and benefits in Franchising for Veterans. Buzz is known for its values and mission that align very well with many Veterans.
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for July 17, 2024 Thanks to Text Request ///// https://www.textrequest.com/
Everybody is jumping on the Responsible Franchising bandwagon. Even irresponsible and sketchy characters in the space are going all-in on that phrase. Today we're pointing out some IRRESPONSIBLE franchising practices by franchisors, brokers, FSOs, and suppliers. The Franchise Rock Star panel is back: Ali Kraus, Derrick Ableman, Kristen Pechacek, and Scott Greenberg. Thanks for your ongoing support Northeast Color, AnswerConnect, and Hughes. And thank YOU for listening and staying connected on the Social Geek Radio Network. https://www.northeastcolor.com/ https://www.answerconnect.com/franchise https://www.hughes.com/franchise
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for July 10, 2024 Thanks to Text Request and Hughes. ///// https://www.textrequest.com/ https://www.hughes.com/franchise
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Record live in New York City at the International Franchise Expo, it's finale of our 4 part series of Franchise Thought Leaders discussing…franchise thought leaders. Joining us in the Podcast Zone at IFE: Adam Ferracane, Refresh Sebastian Aguirre, NiceJob Dennis Cieri, Fitness Factory Aaron Allison, Learning Experience Kelli Schroeder, WellBiz Brands Chris Medhurst, District Taco Thanks for your ongoing support Northeast Color, AnswerConnect, CareerPlug, and Hughes. And thank YOU for listening and staying connected on the Social Geek Radio Network. https://www.northeastcolor.com/ https://www.answerconnect.com/franchise https://www.hughes.com/franchise https://offers.careerplug.com/howtohire
The Franchise News Podcast with Jack Monson for June 19, 2024 Thanks to Text Request https://www.textrequest.com/
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