• SBA Franchise Registry Deadline December 31, 2025
    Dec 18 2025

    We share an urgent update on the SBA franchise certification deadline and explain how it affects financing for franchisees. We outline who must act, what to submit, and how FranData helps brands stay on the SBA directory.

    The article source is from FranData's website and the direct link is here: https://frandata.com/sba-extends-franchise-certification-deadline-to-december-31-2025/

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    • SBA certification deadline extended to 31 December 2025
    • Directory status determines SBA loan eligibility
    • Brands listed as of May 2023 must certify
    • Risks of removal from the SBA directory
    • Steps to verify status and submit forms
    • Role of FranData in monitoring and submissions
    • Guidance for development and lender conversations

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    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    5 mins
  • Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends December 2025
    Dec 17 2025

    This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on December 12, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.

    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call

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    Links from the episode are here:

    1. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/pmi/turk202511pmi.pdf
    2. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/nmi/sl4yrob202511svcs.pdf
    3. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/unemployment-rate
    4. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/inflation-cpi
    5. https://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/charts.html
    6. https://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/files/chicsr.pdf
    7. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    8. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/small-business-startup-sentiment-index/startup-sentiment-rebounds-in-november/
    9. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-development/franchise-lead-generation/despite-best-practices-spam-is-a-factor-in-your-franchise-lead-generation-results/
    10. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-development/franchise-lead-generation/assessing-the-lifetime-value-of-a-franchise-lead-generation-prospect/
    11. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/top-ten-business-opportunity-categories/

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    25 mins
  • Franchises, AI, And The New Search Reality with Steve Buors
    Dec 5 2025

    Want a front-row look at what’s actually working in digital franchise marketing right now?

    In this webinar, Steve Buors, co-founder of Reshift Media, will break down the most effective strategies they’re seeing franchisors use to drive growth in 2025. He unpacks how AI is reshaping local marketing, media buying, and content at the franchise level, and where it’s overhyped vs. truly useful. You’ll walk away with a clearer view of where digital franchise marketing is headed next.

    This was a live recording on December 5, 2025 at approximately 1 PM Eastern USA.

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    • Learn more about our guest:
      • https://www.reshiftmedia.com/




    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    54 mins
  • November 2025 Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends
    Nov 21 2025

    This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on November 21, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.

    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call

    1. Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/
    2. Subscribe to our Multiply Your Success podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/multiply-your-success-with-dr-tom-dufore/id1518562762
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    4. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bigskyfranchiseteam3523


    Links from the episode are here:

    1. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/pmi/boo202510pmi.pdf
    2. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/nmi/vot3rob202510svcs.pdf
    3. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/unemployment-rate
    4. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/inflation-cpi
    5. https://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/charts.html
    6. https://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/files/chicsr.pdf
    7. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    8. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    9. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-prospects/a-surprising-number-of-franchise-prospects-already-own-businesses/
    10. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-prospects/how-do-the-options-for-ownership-stack-up-in-the-eyes-of-business-buyers/
    11. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/small-business-startup-sentiment-index/startup-sentiment-dips-but-remains-solid-on-business-conditions-for-early-2026/
    12. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/top-ten-business-opportunity-categories/

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    31 mins
  • Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends - October 2025
    Oct 31 2025

    This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on October 31, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.

    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call

    1. Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/
    2. Subscribe to our Multiply Your Success podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/multiply-your-success-with-dr-tom-dufore/id1518562762
    3. Subscribe to our Franchise Your Business podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-your-business/id1578524542
    4. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bigskyfranchiseteam3523


    Links from the episode are here:

    1. https://www.ismworld.org/supply-management-news-and-reports/reports/ism-report-on-business/
    2. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/pmi/de4d202509pmi.pdf
    3. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/nmi/gazarob202509svcs.pdf
    4. https://www.ismworld.org/supply-management-news-and-reports/reports/ism-pmi-reports/hospital/august/
    5. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/inflation-cpi
    6. https://www.sca.isr.umich.edu/files/chicsr.pdf
    7. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    8. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    9. https://www.vistage.com/vistage-ceo-confidence-index/
    10. https://www.uschamber.com/sbindex/summary
    11. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-development/franchise-lead-generation/layoffs-propel-skilled-workers-to-business-ownership/
    12. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-development/texas-florida-and-new-york-gain-the-most-in-franchise-development-interest/
    13. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-prospects/meet-the-new-boss-say-franchise-seekers/
    14. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/top-ten-business-opportunity-categories/
    15. https://www.franchise.org/2025/09/ifa-applauds-introduction-of-landmark-american-franchise-act/

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    25 mins
  • How to Prioritize When Everything is on Friday with Skye Waterson
    Oct 8 2025

    This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we're joined by Skye Waterson, ADHD strategist and coach, as she shares how unconventional brains can thrive in business without burning out. You’ll learn practical strategies to escape distraction loops, prioritize effectively, and create systems that support consistent growth. Discover how to scale your business in a way that feels sustainable while reclaiming your time and energy. This was a live recording on October 3, 2025 at approximately 1 PM Eastern USA.

    • Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call
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    • Learn more about our guest:
      • https://www.unconventionalorganisation.com/

    Skye Waterson is the founder of Unconventional Organisation, an international support service for
    professionals with ADHD. Diagnosed during her PhD after repeated burnout, she’s built a business that
    helps entrepreneurs and executives with ADHD (or suspected ADHD) build sustainable systems, scale their
    companies, and actually enjoy the process. Her approach is science-backed, realistic, and built around how ADHD brains actually work.

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    31 mins
  • Franchise Sales and Marketing Trends - September 2025
    Sep 12 2025

    This is a recording of a live webinar recorded on September 12, 2025, starting at around 1 PM Eastern Time USA.

    Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call

    1. Visit our website: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/
    2. Subscribe to our Multiply Your Success podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/multiply-your-success-with-dr-tom-dufore/id1518562762
    3. Subscribe to our Franchise Your Business podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/franchise-your-business/id1578524542
    4. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bigskyfranchiseteam3523


    Links from the episode are here:

    1. https://www.ismworld.org/supply-management-news-and-reports/reports/ism-report-on-business/
    2. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/pmi/haay202508pmi.pdf
    3. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/nmi/freeparob202508svcs.pdf
    4. https://www.ismworld.org/globalassets/pub/research-and-surveys/rob/hospital/gdbyrob202509hos.pdf
    5. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/unemployment-rate
    6. https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/inflation-cpi
    7. www.sca.isr.umich.edu
    8. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/small-business-startup-sentiment-index/financing-concerns-lowest-in-a-year-among-aspiring-franchisees/
    9. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-development/franchise-lead-generation/lost-opportunity-in-franchise-prospect-initial-contact-attempts/
    10. https://www.franchiseinsights.com/franchise-prospects/aspiring-franchisees-turn-to-personal-savings-sba-and-bank-loans-for-startup-funding/
    11. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    12. https://www.census.gov/econ/bfs/current/index.html
    13. https://www.franchise.org/2025/07/entrepreneur-lawmakers-introduced-a-bill-to-make-current-version-of-joint-employer-rule-permanent/
    14. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/economists-see-fed-rate-cut-100000652.html

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    29 mins
  • 4 Ways Prospects Derail a Sales Call—Jared Lockwood with Sandler
    Sep 6 2025

    You’ve probably been there before: the call is moving along, and suddenly the prospect takes things in a direction you didn’t expect. The agenda slips, time gets away, and you hang up realizing you didn’t get what you needed. It’s not just frustrating—it’s costly.

    This week on the Franchise Your Business webinar series, we're joined by Jared Lockwood, franchise owner of Sandler. He shares the Sandler Sales Methodology to unpack the four most common ways prospects derail a sales call and give you practical strategies to keep conversations productive, professional, and moving toward a decision.

    • Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#call
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    • Learn more about our guest:
      • https://go.sandler.com/rwg/

    Jared Lockwood has spent the past 16 years helping individuals and companies achieve peak sales
    performance. Before joining Sandler, Jared poured his energy into all the wrong sales activities. Although he found some success selling Yellow Pages advertising and later transitioned to selling employee recognition software and points programs, he knew he was falling short of his full potential. Along the way, he racked up plenty of humbling sales lessons—like the time he drove four hours to Evansville, Indiana, for what he thought was a key meeting, only to find himself alone at a cell tower trailer in the middle of a cornfield. The contact never showed, leaving Jared with nothing but an awkward drive home—and the painful realization that he had “happy ears” and a major qualifying problem.

    Today, as an owner of Sandler, Jared is driven by a clear mission: to help others avoid the costly mistakes
    he once made and to transform their sales careers through meaningful connection, mentorship, hands-on
    training, and practical advice. He also empowers organizations to build a winning sales culture by
    developing the right selling skills, people, structure, and strategy. He’s known for his no-nonsense, real

    ABOUT BIG SKY FRANCHISE TEAM:
    This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/ or by calling Big Sky Franchise Team at: 855-824-4759.


    The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly correct it and provide the appropriate acknowledgment."

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    47 mins