This week on Franchise Today, I welcome John Rotche, afranchise professional with a compelling story of overcoming adversity. John shares his journey from the expectations of beginning a promising college football career, to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the franchising world.

He discusses the importance of mentorship, the lessons learned from his experiences at Domino's and Krispy Kreme, and how he transitioned into the air duct cleaning business, before ultimately founding Franworth.

The conversation highlights the significance of building teams, the impact of mentorship, and the drive to help others succeed in their franchising endeavors.

Takeaways:

· Franchising is about building relationships andteams

· Mentorship plays a crucial role in personal andprofessional growth

· Overcoming adversity can lead to unexpectedopportunities

· Understanding your business's core focus isessential for success

· The importance of consistency and followingstandards in operations

· Giving back to the community can create apositive impact

· Franchising can be a path for those who haven’tplanned for it

· Learning from industry leaders can shape yourcareer

· The journey of entrepreneurship often involvesunexpected pivots

· Creating a legacy involves helping othersachieve their dreams