The New Zealand Franchising Podcast is presented by Franchize Consultants and hosted by Dr Callum Floyd.
Each New Zealand franchising podcast episode explores an important aspect of franchising, from understanding the fundamentals of the franchise business model through to franchise strategy, recruitment, leadership, operations, franchisee performance and long-term network growth.
Whether you’re considering franchising your business, already managing an established franchise system, thinking about buying a franchise, or simply interested in how successful franchise organisations operate, the podcast provides practical, independent insights drawn from decades of franchising experience.
The podcast has been created as a long-term educational resource, with each episode building on previous discussions to develop a comprehensive understanding of franchising and franchise management.
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Episode 5: Buying a Franchise? Build Confidence Through Evidence.
Are you thinking about buying a franchise? In Episode 5 of The New Zealand Franchising Podcast, Dr Callum Floyd provides a practical framework for assessing a franchise opportunity.
Rather than simply focusing on the questions prospective franchisees should ask, the episode also looks at the evidence that can help build confidence in the answers.
This episode explores the practical evidence prospective franchisees can look for, including franchisee experience, financial models and benchmarking, local market information, training and support systems, franchisee satisfaction measures, disclosure information, and independent legal and accounting advice.
A key theme is that buying a franchise is a progressive process. You may not have access to every piece of detailed information at the outset, but as the process develops, your understanding and your confidence should deepen.
Episode 4: Why do people buy franchises?
People come to franchise ownership from very different circumstances and with very different motivations. For some, it is about income and wealth creation. For others, it may be career change, flexibility, greater control, family involvement, or the opportunity to operate under an established brand and proven business system.
In Episode 4 of The New Zealand Franchising Podcast, Dr Callum Floyd explores what attracts people to franchising, why different buyers value different things, the difference between greenfield and established franchise opportunities, and some of the key considerations before buying.
The episode also draws on New Zealand prospective franchisee research and looks at the importance of fit, economics, franchise system strength, the franchisor relationship and proper due diligence.
Episode 3: Why Businesses Franchise: Six Key Drivers Explained.
Why franchise a business? Dr Callum Floyd examines the different pathways that can lead businesses towards franchising and six interconnected drivers that commonly shape the decision. Businesses can approach franchising from very different starting points. Callum also explains why franchising is not automatically the right strategy for every successful business, and why the decision should begin with the organisation’s objectives, economics and circumstances.
Episode 2: Understanding the Franchise Business Model.
What actually makes a business a franchise? This episode explains the fundamentals of franchising, including the roles of franchisors and franchisees, franchise agreements, franchise systems, royalties, support and why successful franchising is built on long-term business relationships.
Episode 1: The Importance of Franchising in New Zealand.
An introduction to franchising in New Zealand. Exploring the size, importance and economic contribution of the sector together with why franchising continues to play such an important role in the New Zealand economy.
About the Presenter Dr Callum Floyd
The podcast is hosted by Dr Callum Floyd, Managing Director of Franchize Consultants.
Callum has specialised in franchising for almost three decades and holds a PhD in franchising. He has worked with franchise organisations across New Zealand and internationally, assisting businesses with franchise development, franchise strategy, franchise management, franchise reviews, manuals, governance, training and franchisee performance.
He has also served in various leadership roles with the Franchise Association of New Zealand (FANZ) and regularly presents at franchising conferences and industry events.
His passion is helping businesses build stronger, more sustainable franchise systems through practical, evidence-based advice.
Considering franchising your business?
Franchize Consultants works with businesses at many different starting points, from a single successful operation through to large company-owned, licensing, dealer, agency and contractor networks. Our work can include franchise feasibility assessment, financial modelling, franchise architecture, franchise development, documentation, manuals, training and implementation support.
Contact Franchize Consultants if you are interested in meeting about franchising your business. Or if you would like help with an established franchise network. We’d be very happy to sit down with you to understand your situation and objectives and explain the supporting services we provide. You can also follow us via LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and Google.
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