Week 50 – What I Told a New Franchisee on Their First Day

This week, I had a moment I never expected 11 months ago:

I sat down with a brand-new franchisee. First day. Nervous energy. That mix of excitement and “What the hell did I just sign up for?” written all over their face. And suddenly, I was the one giving advice.

Here’s what I told them:

“Follow the plan. It’s not always glamorous, but it works. Talk to more Realtors than you think you need to. Say the same thing 1,000 times. And be nice to everyone—even when you’re tired, or unsure, or feel like you’re not getting anywhere.”

Then I said the most important thing:

“Call Curt. Call him more than you think you should. You’ll feel like you’re bugging him, but trust me—he wants you to succeed. He’s not just the founder, he’s your coach, your lifeline, your shortcut around 100 dumb mistakes.”

And it was surreal. Because I remember being that person.

I remember wondering if I’d make it. Wondering if I had what it takes. Wondering if all the systems and tools and branding would really work. And now? I’m living proof that it does.

What I wish someone had told me back then:

• It gets easier. But you have to earn the ease through consistency.
• Don’t reinvent the wheel. The road is paved—just walk it.
• Your calendar reflects your future. Fill it with meetings, not just tasks.

What I’ll keep doing:

Passing it forward. Lifting up the next wave of owners. And remembering what it felt like to be new—so I can make someone else’s journey just a little smoother.

→ Almost done: Week 51: Preparing to File Taxes as a Business Owner for the First Time

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Want to launch a home inspection franchise with a proven roadmap and someone in your corner? Start here—and call Curt.