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The Business Growth Show

The Business Growth Show

By: Ford Saeks
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 Welcome to The Business Growth Show, where each week we bring you in-depth interviews with the leading voices in business success. Hosted by Ford Saeks, the show provides valuable insights and strategies for entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone looking to grow their brand. From top CEOs to experts in sales, marketing, operations, customer experience, entrepreneurship, and success, our guests share their personal experiences, lessons learned, and advice to help you achieve your goals. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, The Business Growth Show offers practical and actionable advice to help you take your business to the next level. Tune in and join Ford as he explores the stories and strategies of the most successful business leaders of our time on The Business Growth Show.2024 Economics Marketing Marketing & Sales
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  • S1Ep230 Simplifying the Franchise Decision Process with Ryan Zink

    S1Ep230 Simplifying the Franchise Decision Process with Ryan Zink
    May 8 2025
    Choosing the right franchise can feel like navigating a maze with no clear path—and high stakes at every turn. With hundreds of opportunities and little transparency, would-be franchisees are often left to rely on sales pitches, outdated directories, or gut instincts. The result? Missed opportunities, mismatched investments, and costly mistakes that could have been avoided. For those serious about franchising, the need for a better way forward is urgent. That’s where Ryan Zink steps in. With over 20 years of experience in the franchise world—including three private equity exits, co-founding Complete Nutrition, Franchise FastLane, and now leading as CEO of Franchise Sidekick—he’s reshaping the franchise decision process from the ground up. His mission is simple: help more people buy the right franchise, reduce risk, and set them up for long-term success. Rather than focusing solely on selling brands, Zink has taken the buyer’s perspective. The goal isn’t just to match people with a franchise—it’s to equip them with the tools, insight, and structure they need to make informed, confident decisions. At Franchise Sidekick, that means vetting brands against a 150-point checklist, assessing everything from leadership and support systems to profitability and scalability. It’s not just about who’s selling; it’s about whether the opportunity is worth buying. This structured approach to the franchise decision process is designed to reduce friction and increase transparency. Zink highlights how most prospective franchisees don’t know what questions to ask—or who to trust. They’re stepping into a world where financials vary widely, support is inconsistent, and expectations are often misaligned. Franchise Sidekick offers a solution: a process that empowers buyers through education, data, and strategic matchmaking. Zink also emphasizes the importance of brand readiness. Not every franchise is built to scale—and many don’t have the systems, leadership, or support to sustain growth. By working closely with franchisors, his team ensures that only brands meeting specific criteria are positioned in front of qualified buyers. That alignment is key: a great candidate with the wrong brand is a recipe for frustration on both sides. The conversation also touches on what makes a great franchisee—not just financially, but mentally. Zink points out that while many people want to be business owners, not everyone is ready to operate within the structure a franchise requires. Success in franchising comes from following the system, trusting the process, and staying accountable. The right candidate has clarity on their role, knows what they’re looking for, and is willing to put in the work. In today’s fast-paced franchise industry, where private equity is accelerating brand growth and more people are entering entrepreneurship than ever before, the need for structure and support has never been greater. Simplifying the franchise decision process is about more than efficiency—it’s about creating lasting success. When people are matched with the right opportunity, backed by the right support, they’re more likely to thrive—and so is the brand. Ryan Zink is doing more than helping people buy franchises. He’s changing how the industry thinks about the decision itself. And for those ready to take the leap, the difference between guessing and knowing can define the entire journey. Watch the full episode on YouTube. Don’t miss future episodes of Fordify LIVE! every Wednesday at 11 AM Central, streaming on your favorite social platforms. Catch new episodes of The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About Ryan Zink Ryan Zink is the Founder and CEO of Franchise Sidekick, where he’s on a mission to simplify the franchise decision process and help more people invest in the right opportunities. With over two decades of experience, Ryan has co-founded and scaled brands like Complete Nutrition and Franchise FastLane, guided three successful private equity exits, and helped award more than 10,000 franchise locations. He brings a buyer-first approach to franchising, focused on transparency, risk reduction, and sustainable growth. Learn more at FranchiseSidekick.com. About Ford Saeks Ford Saeks is a Business Growth Accelerator who has helped generate over a billion dollars in sales for companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500s. As President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group, Inc., he focuses on customer acquisition, brand visibility, and innovation. With over 20 years of experience, Ford has founded more than ten companies, authored five books, and holds three U.S. patents. His expertise also extends into AI-driven content strategy, showcased at the Unleash AI for Business Summit. Learn more at ProfitRichResults.com and watch his TV show at Fordify.tv.
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    44 mins
  • S1Ep229 Redefining Success Through Return on Life with Randy Dyck

    S1Ep229 Redefining Success Through Return on Life with Randy Dyck
    May 1 2025
    Business owners are often told that growth is the ultimate measure of success. Revenue, units sold, hours worked—these metrics dominate boardrooms, coaching programs, and strategy sessions. But what happens when all that growth still leaves you feeling burned out, disconnected, and unfulfilled? What if the real target wasn’t just a return on investment, but a return on life? Randy Dyck, a real estate veteran with more than 7,000 homes sold over the course of 30 years, knows that question all too well. After reaching the pinnacle of professional success, he found himself asking what it all really meant. The numbers were there. The accolades were there. But something was missing. That realization became a turning point, reshaping his entire outlook on business, leadership, and personal fulfillment. Return on life isn’t a rejection of financial success—it’s an expansion of it. It’s a mindset shift that challenges entrepreneurs to pursue not just profit, but purpose. To build businesses that serve their lives, not consume them. For Randy, this means aligning his coaching and leadership around fulfillment, energy, and authenticity. Through his Scientific Scaling Systems, he now helps real estate professionals grow their businesses without sacrificing the things that matter most—time, relationships, health, and meaning. Throughout the conversation, it becomes clear that this shift isn’t just philosophical—it’s strategic. Entrepreneurs often believe they need to choose between success and satisfaction. But Randy argues that when you prioritize alignment, everything improves: clarity, performance, and yes—profit. When you operate in your zone of genius, when your goals are rooted in your deeper why, business growth becomes not just sustainable, but enjoyable. That shift starts with awareness. Randy shares how a personal exercise—what he calls an “energy audit”—can reveal where your time and effort are truly going. By tracking which tasks drain energy and which fuel it, entrepreneurs can begin to design their day, team, and business structure around what gives them life. From there, it becomes easier to delegate, automate, or eliminate the rest. This idea of self-alignment also ties into how Randy views leadership. It’s not about declaring authority; it’s about modeling curiosity, growth, and service. His leadership equation—learner, leverage, legacy—flips the typical script. The goal isn’t just to scale a company, but to elevate others along the way. When leaders focus on being lifelong learners, sharing what they’ve learned, and helping others create their own legacy, they create businesses that thrive with purpose. In a time where burnout is rampant and “busy” is worn like a badge of honor, return on life offers an alternative—a model where success includes health, family, freedom, and fulfillment. Entrepreneurs don’t have to sacrifice everything to grow. They simply need to redefine what growth means. If you're tired of chasing metrics that don’t deliver meaning, if you’re ready to design a business that energizes rather than drains you, Randy’s perspective will resonate. Success is more than just scale—it’s significance. And when you start building for both, the return on life is exponential. Watch the full episode on YouTube. Don’t miss future episodes of Fordify LIVE! every Wednesday at 11 AM Central, streaming on your favorite social platforms. Catch new episodes of The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About Randy Dyck Randy Dyck is the CEO and Founder of Scientific Scaling Systems, a coaching program designed to help real estate professionals grow their businesses with purpose and clarity. With over 30 years of experience and more than 7,000 homes sold, he brings unmatched expertise in sales performance and business leadership. Today, he focuses on helping entrepreneurs shift from chasing return on investment to creating a return on life—building success that’s not just profitable, but personally fulfilling. Learn more at RandyDyck.com. About Ford Saeks Ford Saeks is a Business Growth Accelerator who has helped generate over a billion dollars in sales for companies ranging from startups to Fortune 500s. As President and CEO of Prime Concepts Group, Inc., he focuses on customer acquisition, brand visibility, and innovation. With over 20 years of experience, Ford has founded more than ten companies, authored five books, and holds three U.S. patents. His expertise also extends into AI-driven content strategy, showcased at the Unleash AI for Business Summit. Learn more at ProfitRichResults.com and watch his TV show at Fordify.tv.
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    27 mins
  • S1Ep228 The Power of Entrepreneurship and Longevity with Blair LaCorte

    S1Ep228 The Power of Entrepreneurship and Longevity with Blair LaCorte
    Apr 24 2025
    Entrepreneurship and Longevity aren’t often discussed in the same sentence, but that’s exactly where the future of high-performance leadership is headed. In a time when business moves faster than ever and disruption is the norm, those who sustain success aren’t just building companies—they’re building resilience from the inside out. Blair LaCorte, Managing Director of LaCorte Ventures, brings a rare perspective on what it takes to lead over the long term. His career spans executive roles across aerospace, artificial intelligence, tech, entertainment, defense, and private equity. From startup growth to IPOs and complex mergers, LaCorte has not only built companies—he’s rebuilt them, restructured them, and prepared them for sustainable scalability. It’s this unique lens that positions him as a standout voice in the intersection of entrepreneurship and longevity. LaCorte’s approach to leadership is rooted in operational excellence, but it’s also deeply informed by neuroscience, systems thinking, and human performance. He doesn’t just advise organizations—he helps rewire how leaders think about health, decision-making, and the environments they operate in. The topic of longevity often focuses on lifespan. LaCorte challenges that by shifting the conversation to healthspan—how long a leader can operate at their peak, not just how long they live. For entrepreneurs, executives, and founders constantly managing pressure, stress, and uncertainty, this distinction is critical. Peak performance isn’t about grinding harder. It’s about creating a foundation that allows for clarity, recovery, and sustainability. Throughout his career, LaCorte has worked with over 100 companies as an investor, board member, and adviser. His experience includes leading major transformations and pioneering innovation in fields that rarely cross paths—an advantage he attributes to his curiosity and pattern recognition across industries. From co-founding mastermind networks to helping companies navigate explosive growth, his perspective on entrepreneurship and longevity is not theoretical—it’s hard-earned. What sets LaCorte apart is his commitment to systems-level thinking. He views business as a sport—one that demands preparation, precision, and performance, but also recovery, connection, and alignment. His emphasis on building value-based teams, fostering deep connections, and operating with authenticity isn’t just cultural advice—it’s a competitive edge. This mindset extends into how LaCorte advises leaders to manage themselves. It’s not just about productivity hacks or strategic frameworks. It’s about building internal infrastructure—mental, emotional, and physical—that allows leaders to make better decisions, manage complexity, and stay adaptable over time. Entrepreneurship and longevity, in his view, are inextricably linked. Without personal optimization, professional growth eventually hits a ceiling. LaCorte’s leadership philosophy also underscores the power of community. He’s a firm believer in the role of masterminds, not just as a tool for knowledge exchange, but as a critical piece of human connection. In an age of information overload, it’s not about accessing more data—it’s about curating the right voices, having trusted peers who challenge your assumptions, and staying accountable to continuous growth. His work in launching the Pinnacle Performers Elite Mastermind reflects this belief. By bringing together leaders from diverse industries, LaCorte facilitates a space where pattern recognition, vulnerability, and innovation intersect. These environments are engineered for growth—not just in revenue, but in mindset and mission. The conversation around entrepreneurship and longevity is only becoming more urgent. As business leaders face rising demands and ever-faster innovation cycles, the ones who thrive will be those who build with endurance in mind. It’s no longer enough to scale fast. It’s about scaling with intention, clarity, and care—for your business, your people, and yourself. Blair LaCorte is part of a new wave of business thinkers who recognize that long-term impact doesn’t come from burnout. It comes from balance, recovery, and relentless alignment to purpose. He’s lived it, led it, and continues to guide others to do the same. Watch the full episode on YouTube. Don’t miss future episodes that feature powerful conversations and actionable insights from today’s top business minds. Join Fordify LIVE! Every Wednesday at 11AM Central on your favorite social platforms and catch The Business Growth Show Podcast every Thursday for a weekly dose of business growth wisdom. About Blair LaCorte Blair LaCorte is a transformational leader, entrepreneur, and strategic advisor with a career that spans executive roles across aerospace, AI, tech, defense, entertainment, and private equity. As the Managing Director of LaCorte Ventures, he brings decades of ...
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    49 mins
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