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Sharpening the Saw

Top Franchise Consultants never stop learning and educating themselves on the latest trends, strategies, and best practices in the industry. By attending conferences and trade shows, you will gain valuable opportunities to network with other professionals as well as insights and knowledge. Other ways to gain indispensable knowledge include listening to podcasts hosted by franchising experts and following news sites. Information from these articles and podcasts can inform your recommendations to candidates. Additionally, reading books and industry publications can provide Franchise Consultants with a deeper, more detailed understanding of the business model. Podcasts and news articles can serve as more digestible supplements.

To better understand brands that you can recommend to candidates, reach out to franchisors and franchise owners and ask them specific, open-ended questions. Attending Discovery Days are also beneficial. Keep in mind: Don’t rush the process! Take the time to ask questions and really get to know the story behind a brand. It’ll benefit you and your candidates in the long run.

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Red Boswell, President

“IFPG's mission is to connect franchise professionals. As the world's most trusted Franchise Consultant organization, my team and I will assist you in gaining clarity on whether or not IFPG is the right choice for you. Over 1,500 members have decided to build their businesses with us. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to serve you.”

Red Boswell, President

Franchise Broker Education Will Benefit Your Business

Top Franchise Consultants can sharpen the saw by continually educating themselves. Not only does this benefit you, but your candidates will be better served while on their journey to franchise ownership.  

Utilizing Social Media

Franchise Consultants can follow industry thought leaders and influencers on social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter. Additionally, you can follow franchise associations, industry publications, and other consultants who provide a wealth of information on the latest franchise trends, best practices, and success stories. You can also join groups on these platforms to connect with prospective candidates. 

Staying Updated with Franchising News Sites

Franchising news sites are great sources of information for Franchise Consultants. Sites like FranchiseWire offer the latest news, trends, and expert opinions for franchisors and franchisees in informative articles that you can share with candidates. There are also resources for veterans to provide them with information about how they are valued members of the industry. These sites are important tools for Franchise Consultant learning.

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Franchise Consultant development is at the heart of what IFPG does.

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Benefits of Franchise Broker Education

The best Franchise Consultants never stop learning. Not only does it increase personal and professional development, but it has added benefits for your Franchise Consultant business. 

  • Improved credibility: Further education can help you build credibility and establish yourself as an expert.
  • Better service: By staying updated with the latest trends and best practices, you can provide better service to candidates.
  • Competitive advantage: With advanced industry knowledge, you differentiate yourself from the competition.
  • Increased referrals: Consultants have become a top source of conversions for franchise sales in recent years. Further Franchise Broker education can help you provide better value to candidates and increase the likelihood of referrals.
  • Networking Opportunities: Networking is key for Franchise Consultants, be it in-person or online. With a Franchise Consultant webinar, you can save on travel costs and attend from wherever you can. Organizations like the International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) understand the importance of networking and host annual events as well as offer Franchise Broker courses to ensure you have the tools you need to succeed.  

As a Franchise Consultant, you play an important role in the growth of franchising. To run a successful Franchise Consultant business, keep yourself updated by staying active on social media and visiting franchising news sites. Further Franchise Broker education can improve your credibility, give you a competitive advantage, and increase referrals to help grow your franchise consulting business.

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Benefits of Working with IFPG

The best “career change” jobs are the ones that want you to succeed. IFPG knows what it takes to be a success and they are ready to share their experience and knowledge with you. IFPG provides:

  • Over 150+ Hours of Continuing Education
  • 90 Days of Mentorship
  • Exclusive Agreements with Franchises
  • Over 600+ Franchise Members to Present to Clients
  • Access to Leads and CRM to Close Deals

IFPG also provides you with a CFC Certification that designates you as an expert in your field and grants you the recognition that you deserve.

Another benefit of making your midlife career change with IFPG: you keep 100% of your commission.

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Gain Access to Our Network of Franchisors

AAMCO Franchise
Budget Blinds Franchise
CertaPro Painters Franchise
College Hunks Franchise
Fast Signs Franchise
Great Clips Franchise
Huntington Learning Center Franchise
Liberty Tax Franchise
MAACO Franchise
Molly Maid Franchise
Signarama Franchise
Urban Air Adventure Park Franchise
Five Star Painting
WOW 1 DAY PAINTING
Native Ceuticals Franchise
Valenta
PuroClean
Oxi Fresh Franchise
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Jim Gleason, IFPG Consultant Member

"The IFPG is a great organization; you grow a lot of great contacts and build important relationships. With IFPG’s inventory, there are many opportunities for introductions with franchisors who really understand what they’ve got to offer our clients."

Jim Gleason, IFPG Consultant Member

How to Get Started

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01|Connect with IFPG

Reach out to IFPG and learn more about the benefits, training, and educational resources available for your midlife career change into a franchise consultant.

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02|Become a Member

Once you have learned all that IFPG has to offer and how they are a great fit for your second career goals, you’re ready to become a member.

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03|Start Your Second Career

You’ll have everything that you need to run your successful franchise brokerage business and be your own boss.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How much can I earn as a Franchise Consultant with IFPG?

With IFPG, you keep 100% of your commissions. You can earn these commissions by helping candidates find suitable franchises and by helping entrepreneurs franchise their businesses. You can also earn referral fees from IFPG’s network of vendors. How much you actually earn depends on how many deals you are able to close.

Are there training fees to get started?

IFPG’s consultant training includes online or in-person training, a 90-day mentorship program, a $2,500 credit with Career Transition Leads, a customized website, and so much more. All of this is included in a training investment of $25,000. Consultants keep 100% of their commissions.

How do I find leads as a Franchise Consultant?

There are many great resources, including your own personal network, to find franchise leads. To jump-start your success in your new second career, IFPG provides a $2,500 credit with Career Transition Leads. This gives you access to verified leads that are exclusive to IFPG brokers.

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Our goal is to connect, empower and inspire our members. Here are some of the ways we do it:

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Exclusive to the IFPG, Franchise Consultant Magazine serves all of our members with a high-quality print magazine delivered to their doorsteps. As a Consultant member, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look and a better understanding of the brands in our portfolio.

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IFPG Annual Retreat

At IFPG, we like to mix business with pleasure! Our Annual Retreat offers amazing opportunities for both. From panel discussions to guest speakers to networking sessions, our signature event of the year has it all. This is a great opportunity for IFPG Consultants to build relationships with Franchisor and Vendor members in a fun and relaxed setting.

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IFPG Regional Events

IFPG Regional Events

Our Regional Discovery Mixers offer a unique way to network in an intimate setting. Our team, along with a group of IFPG Consultants, Franchisors and Vendor members have an action-packed day of learning, networking and fun. We start off with presentations from each brand and then move on to our speed networking sessions. We cap it off with fun, team building activities, drinks, and great food.

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“IFPG’s mission is to serve the franchise industry with innovation, growth and opportunity. We do that by constantly improving and adding to the value we bring our members. Find out why more than 1,500 of the industry’s most respected professionals chose IFPG. Schedule a one-on-one virtual tour with a member of our team. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you.”

Red Boswell, President