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AI is changing franchising...but not in the way most people think. In this episode of Franchise Secrets, Erik Van Horn sits down with Brooke Budke to discuss how successful franchise brands are using AI to improve franchise development, strengthen candidate relationships, and build more effective marketing strategies. They cover: -How AI is changing the franchise buying process -Why franchise candidates are showing up more informed than ever -The biggest mistakes franchisors make with AI -Why storytelling and authentic leadership still outperform automation -How founders can use AI without losing the human connection If you're a franchisor, franchise executive, franchise development professional, or entrepreneur, this episode will help you understand where AI fits—and where it doesn't. Timestamps: 00:00 Why AI Is Changing Franchising 05:49 The Biggest AI Mistakes Franchise Brands Make 10:34 Why Storytelling Beats AI 13:51 What Franchise Candidates Really Want 17:57 Why Founders Should Be More Involved 21:44 The Secret to Choosing the Right Franchisees 26:42 Why Brooke Bet Everything on LinkedIn 31:37 The Future of Social Media for Franchise Brands 38:32 Building an Authentic Personal Brand 45:09 Final Advice for Franchise Leaders 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 #Franchising #AI #FranchiseDevelopment