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S6 E11:  Ron Holt on Fun, Franchising, and Disrupting the Moving Industry

S6 E11: Ron Holt on Fun, Franchising, and Disrupting the Moving Industry

FromFranchise Empires


S6 E11: Ron Holt on Fun, Franchising, and Disrupting the Moving Industry

FromFranchise Empires

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Length:
41 minutes
Released:
Sep 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Can your movers put on a dance show? Didn’t think so 
Join The Wolf as he delves into the world of moving franchises with guest Ron Holt, owner of Pink Zebra Moving. 
Discover Ron's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a franchise guru. Starting with a strong marketing strategy, he built his empire, one unit at a time, with the intent to disrupt the moving industry.  
Ron explains how his vision for Pink Zebra Moving changed the industry by creating a whole new category of” happy movers”. With their signature pink vans and commitment to making moving fun, Pink Zebra Moving stands out from the rest with their unique showmanship and penchant for flair. 
He and Wolf dive into the challenges of hiring franchisees who share the passion for the fun moving cause, and how Ron’s on a mission to expand and make a mark across the country. 
 
0:00 Intro/Background
3:40 Building Two Maids and a Mop
5:20 Early Franchising Lessons
9:50 Standardizing Processes
12:30 Selling Two Maids and a Mop
17:07 Seeing Opportunity in Moving
22:40 What’s in a Name? 
26:43 Hiring Franchisees
32:12 Future Pink Zebra Plans
 
Learn More About Pink Zebra: 
Website: https://www.pinkzebramovingfranchise.com

Follow Ron: 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronholtfranchise/

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Released:
Sep 12, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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There’s more than one way to find financial freedom. Most startups are doomed to fail, but there’s an alternative route for hungry entrepreneurs. One that involves far less risk, far more work-life balance and just as much profit. Franchises. This is the podcast that gives aspiring franchise owners the playbook to build a multi-unit franchise empire of their own. Every episode we hear from guests who are building their franchise empire: Franchisees who started with one unit and aren’t stopping until they get to dozens, hundreds, or even thousands more locations. Hosted by The Wolf, you’ll hear exactly how to turn your ambition into tangible actions and take your first steps up the franchise ladder. You’ll get a breakdown on the steps you need to take open your first franchise, your second location, and beyond, along with the pitfalls to avoid. We answer all your questions about owning and running your franchise with relatable guests, sharing their first hand experience. To get started on your franchise owning journey, tune in on March 3rd for our season premiere, with new episodes every Tuesday. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.