This week, I sat down with Chris Raimo, a Connecticut native, visionary entrepreneur, and founder of the Happy Cat Hotel & Spa, one of the most unique and luxurious boarding franchises exclusively for cats.

What started as a local pet care business has now grown into a multi-unit franchise with national reach—and it all began with a bold decision to leave college and follow his curiosity.

In this episode, we talk about:
+ How Chris went from restaurant kitchens to leading a franchise empire
+ The real cost of franchising (and why it’s worth it)
+ Why mindset is the most important asset for any entrepreneur
+ The power of listening to your customers
+ What sparked the Fire In Me community for aspiring entrepreneurs
+ Pricing your high-value offer with confidence
Why failure is necessary for success

Chris doesn’t just talk about building a business—he lives it, breathes it, and now teaches others how to do it too. Whether you're curious about franchising, building a brand from scratch, or turning a niche idea into a profitable business, this episode is for you.

Learn more about Chris:
https://happycatfranchising.com
https://thefireinme.com

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