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Most people think choosing a franchise starts with picking the right industry. They're wrong. In this episode, Erik Van Horn sits down with George to discuss what experienced franchise buyers actually look for before investing. From evaluating founders and leadership to understanding Item 19, customer experience, recurring relationships, and long-term growth, this conversation will change the way you research franchise opportunities. If you're considering buying a franchise, this episode could save you from making one of the biggest mistakes new buyers make. Timestamps: 00:02:54 Why Leadership Matters More Than the Industry 00:05:14 Inside the Zinga's Business Model 00:06:58 What Makes This Industry Different 00:09:09 Why Happy Customers Matter More Than You Think 00:12:29 The Biggest Challenge in the Business 00:15:11 Why Home Depot Isn't the Real Competition 00:17:57 How COVID Changed the Home Service Industry 00:21:41 How to Read an Item 19 the Right Way 00:28:49 The Lead Generation Strategy Every Franchise Owner Needs 00:31:15 The Relationship-Building Secret to Recurring Revenue Connect with Erik Van Horn: 🌐 Website - https://franchisesecrets.com/ 📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikvanhorn/ 👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erik.v.horn/ 💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhorn/ Best Franchise Starter Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEEithd54kMlgRgsBAo4LWNCMSOthnK0r&si=TD1z25-ie2d23rGm https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEEithd54kMle5_OUXiuLbc_UPBtz1vTE&si=uCOgDya1VnnCarDf https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEEithd54kMk2Kw07KwZGWgF8UTx9N5_T&si=ZldjBOqFanGE-JUL #FranchiseBusiness #FranchiseOpportunities #BusinessOwnership