Free Agent with Meg Schmitz

Inspiring conversations with real people who took the leap into business ownership, franchising, and freedom. Hosted by franchise guru, consultant and trusted small business advisor, Meg Schmitz.

If you're looking to make the next phase of your life the best phase, this podcast is for you.

From corporate refugees and executives tired of the desk job life, to entrepreneurs and investors looking for more support in their business journey, you'll hear from real people who stepped into the unknown, took control of their destiny and became their own boss.

Ep. 6.15 Growing Iconic Brands Across Borders and Cultures 01/09/2025

Ep 6.14 Taking The Leap Again 01/02/2025

Ep 6.14 Battling Burnout and Bankruptcy 12/19/2024

Ep 6.13: Rebuilding After the Breaking Point 12/12/2024

Ep 6.12 Labor Pains to Profit Gains 12/05/2024

Ep 6.11 How I Built a Business Around Family 11/28/2024

Ep 6.10 Integrity, Influence and Intentionality: How to Build a Winning Franchise Team 11/21/2024

Ep. 6.9 Balancing Big Dreams and Daily Reality 11/14/2024

Ep 6.8 Building Generational Wealth Through Franchising: Anirban's Story 11/07/2024

Ep 6.7 Becoming Teflon: How Life Experience Creates Resilience and Toughness 10/31/2024

Ep 6.6 From Corporate to Sugaring: An Accountant's Sweet Journey to Franchise Ownership 10/24/2024

Ep 6.5 Funding Your Franchise Without Fear: Strategies for Smart Investing 10/17/2024

Ep 6.4 Planning for the Silver Tsunami: Preparing to Launch a Senior Care Franchise 10/10/2024

6.2 From Healthcare Exec to Gluten-Free Bakery Owner 09/26/2024

6.1: Escaping Wall Street to Bake with Purpose 09/19/2024

Ep 5.24 From Grassroots to Growth: One Nurse's Journey to Provide Compassionate End-of-Life Care 09/12/2024

Ep 5.23 From Military Spouse to Mompreneur: Overcoming Loneliness and Pivoting to Profit 09/05/2024

6.3 From Camo to CEO: An Army Vet's Journey to Entrepreneurship 09/05/2024

Ep 5.22: Family, Finance, and Frozen Treats: My Calculated Leap Into Milkshake Factory Ownership 08/29/2024

Ep 5.21: Reigniting My Entrepreneurial Flame with an Image Studios Franchise 08/22/2024

Ep 5.20: From Retail Failure to Multi-Business Success w/ Dr. Shakkiah Curtis 08/15/2024

Ep. 5.19: Navigating Risk and Resolving Conflicts in Franchising 08/08/2024

Ep 5.18 From 1 to 35: An Attorney's Journey Into Franchise Investing 08/01/2024

Ep 5.17 The Fine Line Between Brave and Crazy: Stepping Off the Corporate Ladder 07/18/2024

Ep 5.16: How I Took Control of My Financial Future w/ Brad Herda 07/11/2024

Ep 5.15 Business Unchained: The Power of B2b Franchising for Executives 06/27/2024

Ep 5.14: From Scrappy Startup to Pioneering Franchisor 06/20/2024

Ep 5.13: Relationship Rules for Romantic Business Partners 06/13/2024

Ep 5.12: Family, Franchising & Finding Your Tribe 06/06/2024

Ep 5.11: Quitting the Salon Empire for a Suite: How Downsizing Grew My Profits 05/30/2024