In this episode of the Realistic CEO Podcast, host Mikey sits down with Tucker Bartone, a multi-franchise owner of Crumble and PLAYA Bowls. Tucker shares his incredible journey from a high school dream of becoming a CEO to managing multiple successful franchises. Hear about his unique path through a major in graphic design, psychology, dropping out of college, and making game changing decisions like pursuing full commission sales and diving into meditation. Tucker also discusses the importance of choosing the right locations, nurturing key relationships, and maintaining operational success. Plus, get an insider look at the factors that play into picking the perfect franchise locations and maintaining high-performing stores. If you're interested in franchising, business management, or entrepreneurship, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and inspiration.

00:00 The Dream of Becoming a CEO

00:23 Welcome to the Realistic CEO Podcast

00:55 Understanding Franchising with Tucker

02:08 Tucker's Journey: From Graphic Design to Franchising

04:06 The Impact of Sales Experience

06:40 Meditation and Transition to Franchise Management

09:18 Building Relationships and Business Partnerships

11:10 The Crumble Franchise Success Story

14:15 Navigating Franchise Challenges and Decisions

20:02 The Importance of Location in Franchising

21:16 Choosing the Right Location

24:01 Managing Multiple Franchises

24:21 The Importance of People and Systems

31:31 Scaling Up Quickly

35:46 The Long, Lonely, Boring Work

38:25 A Fun Fact About Me

39:26 Conclusion and Thanks