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.
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#1 Misconception About Franchises That Will COST You Everything
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEoct232025Most people think they can buy a franchise and sit back while the money rolls in. But that mindset is ex...
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Is this $500k Tool Truck A Good Investment?
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEoct192025In this episode, I break down the Snap-on Tools franchise, one of the most overlooked mobile business...
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$1M Business Ideas For 2025 (TRUTH)
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=tjoct042025Think a business needs to be sexy to make you rich? Think again. In this video, I react to a list of 6 b...
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When You Should Quit Your Job To Start A Business
If you want to learn more franchise advice join The #1 Community for Owning a Money-Making Franchise: https://www.skool.com/franchiseempirebuilders/aboutMost people dream of quitting their job to start a business. But few ever know when...
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How Much Money Does a Smoothie King Franchise Really Make? (Costs, Sales, & Fees)
Is the Smoothie King franchise really worth the $1.2 million investment? In this video, I break down everything you need to know from startup costs and royalty fees to average sales and profit margins. We dig into Smoothie King’s 2025 FDD to un...
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Buy A Business That Already makes $100,000?!
Most people think buying a business means instant income and freedom, but that’s rarely how it works. In this episode, we break down the misconceptions around franchise resales and why they often lead to frustration. You'll learn the difference...
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Episode 64
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How To Make Passive Income
Can you make passive income owning franchises and if so, how do you do it?Given I operated one of my franchises from the opposite side of the country, I literally was 2,500 miles away from my store that I owned that operated profitabili...
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Episode 63
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Is Investing In a IHOP Worth It?!
🚨 Big Announcement: Want to Buy a Franchise Without Wasting Time or Money? Join the #1 Community Built for Franchise Buyers. Inside: proven systems, exclusive trainings, and real franchise numbers you won’t find anywhere else: https://www.skool...
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Episode 62
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7:10
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Franchise Secrets You NEED to Know!
Starting a business from scratch sounds exciting until you’re buried in building systems, hiring teams, and guessing what works. In this video, I break down why so many entrepreneurs are turning to franchising instead and why it’s not just abou...
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Episode 61
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Should YOU Buy a Franchise? (The Honest Truth)
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEsep282025Starting a business from scratch sounds exciting until you realize how much you have to figure out on yo...
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Episode 60
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4:48
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Pros & Cons of Owning a Franchise
Grab the Franchise Buyers Academy: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBA?utm_source=FEmay042025Is buying a franchise in 2025 a HUGE mistake?In this video, I’ll show you exactly why 35% of franchise owners regret their decision, an...
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Episode 59
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Is Investing in Tropical Smoothie Worth It?! (Costs, Sales, & Fees)
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEsep252025Curious about Tropical Smoothie franchise numbers in 2025?In this breakdown, I walk through thei...
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Episode 58
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Papa John's Franchise: Is $850K Worth It?
Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpfThinking about buying a Papa John’s franchise? In this breakdown, I walk through the real startup costs, profit potential, and whe...
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Episode 57
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How To Find the 1% of Franchises That Actually Win
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEsep192025There are 4,000+ franchises in America… but only a few are actually a fit for you. In this episode, we b...
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Episode 56
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Millions Are Jobless… No One’s Talking About Why
Millions of Americans are stuck. This Washington Post article reveals just how broken the job market is, with long-term unemployment hitting record highs. The systems that used to work are breaking. Hiring is frozen. Hope is fading. And people ...
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Episode 55
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How to Hire Employees For Your Small Business (step-by-step)
Let me know if you like this new style of videos! Here is my gift to you...My FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch: https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=PTJaug022025In this video, I break down the exact ...
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Episode 54
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ServPro Has 2,300+ Locations… Is There Room Left to Profit?
Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpf?utm_source=FEsep142025Is the ServPro franchise still a good investment, or has the window closed? In this video, I break down what...
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Still Scared to Leave Your Job? Listen to This First
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEsep112025Thinking about franchising but afraid to go all-in?In this episode, we talk about the exact mind...
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$5.7M CEO Hires Like THIS...
Watch our FREE Franchising Masterclass to find vet and launch for: https://www.franchiseempire.com/masterclass?utm_source=TJsep10PodcastI spent over 80 hours reviewing 400 applicants just to find the right hire.In this video, I ...
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Pizza Hut Franchise: How Much Do Stores Really Make?
Hey! Download our list of 42 High Performing (and profitable) Franchises: https://www.franchiseempire.com/42hpfThinking about opening a Pizza Hut in 2025? In this financial deep dive, I break down the real startup costs, royalties...
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Why Franchise Buyers Fail (And How to Avoid It)
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEsep0425Most people rush into the wrong brand, ask the wrong questions, and walk away with regret. In this episode...
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Episode 53
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Culver’s vs Chick-fil-A: Which Is the Better Investment in 2025?
Culver’s is making waves in the franchise world with $3.7M in average sales, but is it worth the $8.6M startup cost? In this video, we break down the 2025 Culver’s FDD, covering royalties, fees, and what makes this burger brand a potential gold...
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Episode 55
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7:36
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Why Service Businesses Are Winning in 2025!
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=FEaug2825Service-based businesses are quietly dominating in 2025, and most new franchise buyers don’t even realize ...
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Episode 54
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I just lost $50,000
Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=TJjul2025Most people only share their wins. I’m doing the opposite.Last month, my business lost $50,000, an...
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Episode 53
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Should You Start a Business, Buy a Business, or Buy a Franchise?
Speed up your journey with our step-by-step mini-course: https://www.franchiseempire.com/FBAIf you're trying to decide between starting your own business, buying a franchise, or purchasing a resale, this episode will give you real clari...
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Episode 52
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