Andres Barcenas's guest appearances

Andres Barcenas

The Franchise Story Podcast

Brian Scudamore

Peter Hansen

Bobby Williams

Bedros Keuilian

Kevin Dubois

Dave Thomas

Cameron Herold

Ron Holt

Brian Holmes

Josh Cohen

Ed Cunningham

Lance Farrell

Nigel Travis

James Williams

Alejandra Font

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Stories from Franchisees &amp; Founders In this episode, Brian is joined by Andres Barcenas, a multi-location franchisee of Smoothie King in Austin, Texas. Andres talks about his journey starting out as a manager for a Smoothie King location to becoming a multi-unit franchisee for the brand in a short period of time. He shares with us the first steps you can take in a turnaround situation, and some of the most essential lessons he has learned throughout his business journey. Tune in and learn more wisdom that will equip you for success! What we talk about:  Andres Barcenas’ background and how he got started with Smoothie King Getting in as a manager with the possibility of growth Lessons learned as a manager for a larger organization  The opportunity to own a location The level of preparedness taking on the business The importance of having a positive and strong support system Getting from one location to multi-location The first steps you do in a turnaround Wisely investing in the business especially at the beginning Navigating through a tough employment market like Austin How has the pandemic situation changed Andres’ perspective of the future Andres’ long term vision for the organization How Smoothie King become a dominant brand Knowing your limits, know your strengths, and be resourceful  What we mention:  Smoothie King 

Stories from Franchisees &amp; Founders In this episode, Brian is joined by Andres Barcenas, a multi-location franchisee of Smoothie King in Austin, Texas. Andres talks about his journey starting out as a manager for a Smoothie King location to becoming a multi-unit franchisee for the brand in a short period of time. He shares with us the first steps you can take in a turnaround situation, and some of the most essential lessons he has learned throughout his business journey. Tune in and learn more wisdom that will equip you for success! What we talk about: <ul> <li>Andres Barcenas’ background and how he got started with Smoothie King</li> <li>Getting in as a manager with the possibility of growth</li> <li>Lessons learned as a manager for a larger organization </li> <li>The opportunity to own a location</li> <li>The level of preparedness taking on the business</li> <li>The importance of having a positive and strong support system</li> <li>Getting from one location to multi-location</li> <li>The first steps you do in a turnaround</li> <li>Wisely investing in the business especially at the beginning</li> <li>Navigating through a tough employment market like Austin</li> <li>How has the pandemic situation changed Andres’ perspective of the future</li> <li>Andres’ long term vision for the organization</li> <li>How Smoothie King become a dominant brand</li> <li>Knowing your limits, know your strengths, and be resourceful</li> </ul> What we mention: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.smoothieking.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Smoothie King</a></li> </ul>

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