Veterans make great entrepreneurs because of their leadership skills, hardworking nature, and results-driven mentality. They are 45% more likely to start their own business and make up 9% of all small businesses in the US. Veterans are able to adapt and plan for challenges, and they have a high success rate in their businesses. They […]

Ned brings up some great points about getting into a franchise, especially if you're a veteran. First, take advantage of the resources available to veterans interested in entrepreneurship, such as seminars and workshops offered by the VA. Second, be financially prepared and have a safety net in place to cover operating costs during slow periods. […]

I had the opportunity to interview Mark Avery, founder and CEO of Puddle Pool Services, discussing the unique aspects of franchising in the pool maintenance industry. Mark shares his journey into franchising, the benefits of the franchise model, and how Puddle differentiates itself from competitors. We also spoke about the revenue model, scalability, marketing strategies, […]