The Escape & Empower Franchise Podcast | Buying Your First Franchise
The Escape and Empower Podcast
Ready to escape the corporate grind and empower your future?
Join franchise experts Pete Gilfillan and Dave Greenberg on The Escape and Empower Podcast, your definitive guide to successfully transitioning from corporate employee to thriving franchise owner. Each episode provides honest, actionable insights tailored specifically for busy executives eager to achieve financial stability, build lasting wealth, and gain control over their destiny.
Whether you're exploring franchise ownership for the first time or ready to take the next step toward entrepreneurship, Pete and Dave offer straightforward, no-fluff discussions covering essential topics such as:
- Navigating the franchise buying process step-by-step
- Overcoming common fears and barriers
- Strategies for building wealth through franchising
- Insider advice on choosing the right franchise for your lifestyle
- Real stories and practical wisdom from successful franchisees
- Detailed explanations of franchise disclosure documents (FDD)
- Guidance on financing options and understanding investment costs
- Steps to confidently evaluate franchise opportunities
Empower your entrepreneurial journey today—subscribe and begin building your path to financial freedom and personal fulfillment.
Hosted by franchise industry leaders Pete Gilfillan (HireYourself.com) and Dave Greenberg (EmpoweredFranchisee.com).
The Escape & Empower Franchise Podcast | Buying Your First Franchise
The #1 Mistake People Make When Switching Careers
Escape and Empower Podcast with David Greenberg and Peter Gilfillan
Fear of change keeps a lot of people stuck, but transition is inevitable. Whether by choice or circumstance, at some point, you’ll have to pivot. The real question is: Are you ready for it? In this episode, Dave and Pete tackle the mindset, planning, and strategies needed to navigate professional transitions confidently.
In this episode, Dave and Pete discuss:
- Overcoming the Fear of Transition
Many professionals procrastinate big career decisions due to fear of failure or uncertainty. Pete shares a key lesson from Darren Hardy: “Procrastination is just fear disguised as hesitation.” The solution? Step into the change before it overwhelms you.
- Self-Education: Your Most Powerful Tool
Dave and Pete emphasize the importance of educating yourself before making a big move. Whether it’s exploring franchise ownership, consulting, or another career path, the more informed you are, the more confident you’ll feel.
- Cultivating a Positive Mindset
Fear is normal, but positivity is a choice. Pete discusses how daily gratitude practices, affirmations, and self-reflection helped him transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship.
- Realistic Expectations and Smart Planning
Transitions take time. Dave shares insights on:
- Creating a transition plan: What steps should you take before leaving a job?
- Financial preparedness: The importance of having a reserve fund to cover expenses while building a new business.
- Resilience and adaptability: Why expecting obstacles is key to long-term success.
Key Takeaways:
- Transition is inevitable—prepare for it before it happens.
- Fear is normal, but the best way to overcome it is to take action.
- Education builds confidence. The more you know, the more empowered you become.
- A solid plan—including financial preparedness—makes all the difference.
"People talk about risk. How much risk is there? Well, this is a time when you look in the mirror. Risk is really about how hard you're going to work. But if you can't capitalize properly, you're just increasing your risk—and you should think twice." — Pete Gilfillan
CONNECT WITH PETER GILFILLAN:
Website: https://www.hireyourself.com/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/petegilfillan/
CONNECT WITH DAVID GREENBERG:
Website: https://empoweredfranchisee.com/
LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-greenberg-entrepreneur/