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Britt enjoys writing two separate, distinct blogs. The Dream Maker Blog is full of content that she feels every would-be franchisee deserves access to. Britt’s travel blog allows you insight into who Britt is and how she lives out her own Entrepreneurial Dreams, creating a life by her design. We hope you find enjoyment, inspiration, and value in each blog.

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Dream Maker Blog

WHAT’S NEXT? WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU SIGN?

WHAT’S NEXT? WHAT HAPPENS AFTER YOU SIGN?

Signing your franchise agreement is just the beginning First, take time to celebrate! You have taken a big step, that most people only dream of. Owning a franchise is the pinnacle of the American dream. Congratulations! The hard work is just beginning and you are...

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Do You Have What it Takes?

Do You Have What it Takes?

Everyone who has seriously considered buying a franchise business has at some point wondered if they “have what it takes” to be successful. Waking up from a dead sleep you may find yourself wondering, “Sure, all those other franchisees seem to be doing fine … but will...

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Fear and the Franchise Decision

Fear and the Franchise Decision

Fear kills more dreams than failure ever will. ~Suzy Kassem Why do people go through the whole process of looking for and finding a great franchise opportunity and then back out at the last minute? The answer is “fear”, and it is the one factor most likely to prevent...

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The Franchise Disclosure Document

The Franchise Disclosure Document

What can I learn from the Franchisor’s FDD? Origin of the FDD Prior to the 1960s, there was little franchising momentum in the US. However, after the success of McDonald’s, many other companies began to franchise their concepts and the franchise industry expanded...

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What about a Food Franchise?

What about a Food Franchise?

If you’re thinking about buying a franchise, chances are you’ve considered one or any number of food franchises, and for good reason. Fast food franchises have changed the way America eats and are among the oldest and biggest franchises in the United States. But are...

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Seven Steps to Choosing the Right Franchise

Seven Steps to Choosing the Right Franchise

Franchising is a wonderful way to enter into business. Many things have already been established for your benefit: branding, marketing, processes, products, systems, software, etc. Building businesses through franchising have been so successful that franchised...

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Travel Blog

Santuario de Chimayo

Santuario de Chimayo

Chimayo, NM * 01.22.2023 We wanted to go someplace extra special to pray for some special people. We chose Santuario de Chimayo because of its’ history for healing. The mass there is probably mostly for tourists like us and modern Pilgrims, but no mass this Sunday. So...

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Taos Ski Valley

Taos Ski Valley

* Taos, NM * 01.21.2023 1st day of the season with our IKON Passes. 1st time ever skiing Taos, NM. Blue Bird Day with EPIC conditions!  Mountain was smaller than I imagined. Only 15 lifts. We stuck to the blues today, while getting our ski legs underneath us....

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Meteor Crater Natural Landmark

Meteor Crater Natural Landmark

Winslow, AZ * 01.18.2023 What mark are you leaving on this earth? Here's some inspiration. Meteor Crater. Almost 3/4 of a mile wide and 600 ft deep, this is thought to be the best-preserved meteor crater in the world. Small acts of kindness can have more impact than...

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National Park 22:63

National Park 22:63

Petrified National Forest National Park * Arizona * 01.18.2023 The science behind the phenomenon of petrified wood was fascinating. Why aren’t their petrified trees everywhere? Turns out a rare set of circumstances must come together to freeze time. Everything rots...

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National Park: 21:63

National Park: 21:63

Saguaro National Park * Tucson, AZ * 01.15.23 * Trips like this remind me to stop being complacent. Bill and I have spent ample time in the desert. This was thought of as a stop to "check it off the list." Wow, were we wrong. This park is magical. Never have I seen...

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Flora-Bama

Flora-Bama

* Pensacola, FL * 01.06.2023 Finally made it to Flora-Bama. Life goals. LOL  This legendary bar is in Orange Beach Alabama and Perdido Key Florida line. We went around 5pm and sat on the beach and watched the waves.  Place was sparce. Looked mostly like...

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