Episode 15: Is Franchising Your Path to Business Ownership? with Leslie Kuban
Guest Spotlight
Leslie Kuban
After a rewarding chapter with Mail Boxes Etc. (now The UPS Store), Leslie and her father launched their franchise consulting business in 1999; they’re well-versed in growing a family business during strong economic times and in recessions. They’ve proudly helped over 500 individuals and families choose the best franchise brand for their needs and goals. Leslie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Vanderbilt University.
Leslie became an Amazon bestselling business author as one of 15 franchise industry thought leaders contributing to More Than Just French Fries, a collaborative work on successful business ownership through franchising. Leslie is featured in Chapter 9: 'Family Ties' where she discusses multi-generational franchise ownership.
How Leslie can help you
How do you determine if business ownership through franchising is right for you? With 4000+ franchise opportunities in the market today, how do you choose? I consult with corporate professionals, investors, and aspiring entrepreneurs to answer these questions.
Work feels quite different when your talent and time is invested in a business that’s your own. As a successful multi-brand franchise owner myself, I am uniquely qualified to guide you through the franchise buying process. I’ll teach you how to choose the best franchise brands in proven, growing industries.
There are many reasons successful people own franchise businesses:
Hedging against employment insecurity
Diversifying income sources to create more wealth
Creating an exit strategy to leave an unsatisfying job
Fulfilling leadership potential and personal growth
Transitioning from a corporate career to a retirement career
Helping family members succeed
Community contribution
Are you willing to take the first step to explore being in business for yourself and in charge of your future?
Questions Leslie Addresses in this Episode
Tell me about your career journey
What’s the best piece of Career advice you’ve ever been given?
Why consider starting a business if you are in job search?
Why consider franchising (specifically) if you are in job search?
What are the obstacles that stop people and how to overcome them?
What types of franchises are good for business ownership newbies to consider?
What are the costs and funding strategies for new business owners?
What are some first steps to exploring it further?