In May, we kicked off part one of our three-part series on life-work balance, featuring Alesia Viscont, CEO and President of FranServe, Inc. Visconti shared the inspiration behind the term “life-work balance” and why she made it a core value for FranServe. By Nancy E. Williams
Steve Smeal once worked as a corporate executive, but he admits he was always an entrepreneur at heart. “Even during my corporate years, I owned side businesses,” Smeal said. “In 2019, I transitioned fully into entrepreneurship and currently own several other companies that operate passively.” By Jessica Petrucelli
Knowing and understanding the keys to success in any business can be the difference between triumph and failure. Having worked with, mentored and coached hundreds of FranServe Affiliated Franchise Consultants, Alesia Visconti, President and CEO of FranServe, Inc., shared top strategies to becoming a top franchise consultant and why FranServe has been able to foster so many of them. By Nancy E. Williams
President and CEO of FranServe, Inc., Alesia Visconti, recognizes the importance of setting the tone for a successful year. That’s why, every January, she and her executive leadership team participate in FranForward. Visconti described FranForward as: “A fran-tastic mix of strategy planning, dopey fun, team building and creative brainstorming that keeps FranServe, Inc. rocking!” By Nancy E. Williams
FranServe’s Certified Franchise Consultants help their candidates understand the difference between worry and regret. Worry is focused on the future of which you have no control. Regret is when the future is here and you’re sad and loathing in regret of decisions never made. By Don Clayton
I recently read a statement by one of the industry’s most respected franchise consultants, Jack Johnson, CFC, CAFC: “Fight through the hard to build the easy!” Franchise ownership typically doesn’t start out all rainbows and sunshine. Frequently, one has to fight through difficult challenges to build the empire one desires. By Don Clayton
Responsible franchising is a term being used more and more in 2024. In fact, California adopted a bill to go into effect in 2026 called SB 919 that requires franchise brokers/consultants, franchise organizations and the like to make certain disclosures when working with candidates. By Don Clayton
In today’s world, so many people are trying to find a life-work balance. It can be challenging for sure. One of the areas a Certified Franchise Consultant (CFC) is highly skilled at is helping candidates find that life-work balance. In fact, it’s one of FranServe’s core values. By Don Clayton
Every November, veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces are honored on Veterans Day. President and CEO of FranServe, Inc., Alesia Visconti has a longstanding dedication to supporting veterans, so she was asked to share why the veteran community holds such personal significance. By Nancy E. Williams
Donald M. Cepiel Sr., Principal of FranGPS, LLC, began his journey in franchising at just 16, landing his first job at McDonald’s. Like many teens, Cepiel balanced work with high school sports, even continuing with the company into his first year of college. His career grew rapidly until he was drafted, pausing his budding success to serve in the Army. Proudly fulfilling his service, Cepiel planned to return to McDonald’s once his tour was complete. By Rose Mango