Is your SEO ready for AI? Learn how to build an AI search strategy that keeps your business cited, visible, and winning in the new AI-first rankings.
AI Is Disrupting The Workplace. Generation X and Millennials on edge have a solid option to exit on their own terms. This franchise sector is AI proof, low cost and can start home based.
Discover 6 smart ways to fund your first franchise in 2025. Learn about SBA loans, veteran programs, 401(k) rollovers, franchisor financing, and more to make franchise ownership a reality.
So your high school child is about to graduate. Would your investment in a 4 year college degree or in a low cost franchise provide a better ROI. 5 Real World Options to Consider.
Close The Deal Podcast - #1 to # 100 (w/ special Your First Franchise)
Most business owners don’t have a revenue problem—they have a cash flow problem. Learn how to fix it and take control of your money.
Learn why three phone calls per day can increase sales by 30% and strengthen business relationships with Scotty Baudoin
Learn how entrepreneurs can escape commodity markets and position products or services as luxury offerings.- Kathryn Porritt
Discover the LinkedIn outreach strategy Jack Hayes uses to start real B2B conversations and win clie
The famous 1999 Monster Super Bowl ad looks very different today. A closer look at why many Gen X professionals are rethinking corporate careers and exploring franchising and business ownership.
Saul Marquez shares why most businesses fail and how to build product demand using owned, earned, and paid marketing frameworks that convert.
Angie Weidel breaks down networking fundamentals that drive referrals, relationships, and real deal flow for professionals and operators.
How CEOs use LinkedIn to drive real demand, authority, and sales in just one hour a month without hiring a marketing team.
Why belief is the foundation of leadership, mentorship, and personal growth, featuring insights and stories from Chris Widener.
Victor Antonio explains how AI is reshaping buyer behavior and why human confidence still closes deals.
Cold calling still works. Sheikha Al-Otaibi explains why recording cold calls live builds real sales skill, confidence, and trust with buyers.
Discover how mentorship drives faster franchise success at Painter1. Mentor Keith and new owners share how systems and coaching pull time forward.
Learn how veteran music producer Steve Scaffidi used AI to create 50 songs in 90 days and what creators can learn about momentum creativity, marketing and AI
Sam Caruso explains why working on the business not in it leads to clearer leadership decisions stronger teams and fewer blind spots for owners and executives
Ari Galper shares the One Call Trust Method that helps you build trust quickly, uncover the real issues behind buyer hesitation, reduce ghosting, and close deals.
Learn how emotions drive buying decisions and how Corey Cousins helps sales teams close more deals by connecting benefits to feelings customers truly care about.
Learn how to stand out with podcasting and build authority in the age of AI Search. Discover why long form conversations create trust, visibility and momentum.
Learn Dominic Caminata’s master presentation formula for in-home sales. Discover how to slow down, build trust, price-condition, and close more deals with confidence.
Avoid costly billboard ad mistakes. Eric Murr reveals 11 pitfalls that burn your budget and how to fix them. A must-watch for advertisers and business owners.
Discover the three sales gaps that quietly stall business growth. Nicole Vorkapic shares how to expose and fix these gaps fast to unlock more sales and momentum.
If rejection is holding back your sales, this guide shows how courage can change everything. Angie Weidel shares how to push past fear, build confidence, and close more deals.
Discover how Russell Richardson (@RussFlipsWhips) turned social media into a 24/7 sales engine. Learn how great marketing attracts customers, builds trust, and closes deals faster.
Is SEO dead? This article breaks down how AI search is reshaping rankings, traffic, and content strategy. Lonnie Jones explains what’s changing—and how businesses can adapt.
Discover how Henry Hayes of Disrupt Ready helps sales pros embrace AI to work smarter, serve better, and stay ahead in the fast-changing world of sales.
Seafood leader Harlon Pierce shares lessons on change, crisis recovery, pricing, and mentorship in the 100th Close The Deal Podcast with Ewell Smith
Discover how to protect your property and win insurance claims with expert strategies from Forefront 360 founder Jonathan Frazier. Be storm-ready this season.
Tiger Adjusters fights back when insurance companies fail you. Learn how this franchise helps homeowners - and how you can even be part of it.
Discover how Zach Butler is transforming teen driver’s ed with Jungle Driving franchise, a fun, effective, and life-saving franchise opportunity.
Julio Melara, CEO of Baton Rouge Business Report, sets the stage talking mindset going into 2025.
Discover why investing in the Diesel Barbershop franchise is a bold move- scalable, in-demand, and built for hands-on owners in the booming grooming market. Shayne Brown breaks it down...
Feeling overwhelmed by stress? Discover how daily meditation helps regulate your nervous system, improve focus, and reduce anxiety—backed by neuroscience and real-life experience.
Franchise CEO Tony Holbert shares how Horsepower Brands uses franchise stacking, AI-driven sales tools, and strong leadership to scale over 400 territories across nine home service brands.
Learn how to close more deals without using high-pressure sales tactics. Sean Lyden shares proven strategies to build trust, reduce friction, and win more business.
The Roof Resource franchise disrupts roofing with cost transparency, upfront pricing, and a hassle-free process. Homeowners save big, and franchisees win with a low-cost model.
Discover how to invest in a franchise with Ewell Smith, author of Your First Franchise Roadmap and founder of CloseTheDeal.com, as he joins Newell Normand on WWL Radio.
Discover how Hole in the Wall Franchise is transforming drywall repair into a profitable, scalable business. Learn about its strong branding, training, and franchise success strategies.
Discover why Marufuku Ramen in San Francisco’s Japantown has long lines every day! Learn the secrets behind its franchise success, quality, and customer loyalty.
Discover how Michelle Henry built the Face Foundry Franchise, overcame fear, and scaled a thriving beauty business. Learn key insights on franchising, mindset, and success in this inspiring episode!
Learn how to develop a force multiplier mindset, master self-awareness, and lead with purpose. Eric Thompson shares insights on personal growth, leadership, and success.
Dr. Kate Lund, clinical psychologist and resilience expert, shares insights on managing stress, balancing career and parenting, and building a strong mindset for success. Learn practical strategies to stay grounded and thrive in today's fast-paced world.
Discover The Shutter House Franchise: A low-investment, high-margin business opportunity in the home improvement industry. Join a niche brand transforming homes with less than $100k investment!
Learn how to command BIG attention and develop a success-driven mindset with Josh York's powerful strategies for achieving your goals and standing out! (CEO - GYMGUYZ)
Ewell Smith is interviewed by Brian O'Neill, host of the W2 Prison Break Show. If you feel stuck in the corporate grind, learn how to invest in your first franchise in 2025
Meridith Powell, Chair of the National Speakers Association, shares proven strategies from her new book Thrive to help leaders turn uncertainty into a competitive advantage.
Bio-One Franchise: Quick startup, low investment, and life-changing impact. Stephanie Ruby reveals how this unique franchise stands out in the industry in a significant way.
Painter1 Franchise disrupts the painting industry with large territories fueling franchisee growth. Co-Founder Jason Leber shares two more game-changing differentiators on on this episode of Close The Deal podcast.
Jeff Tomaszewski, the Founder and CEO of Max Strength Fitness shares how his "Anti-Gym" franchise model caters to executives providing a high ROI.
Alex Little shares 5 common money mistakes home service contractors make that cost them dearly. He also shows you how to fix them increasing cash flow. To mporve your cash flow, take a listen
Close The Deal Mindset
Fear shows up before every meaningful decision. These overcoming fear quotes plus real-world insight and data help you move forward when it matters most.
Discover 40 powerful Simon Sinek quotes on leadership, trust, purpose, and starting with why to build teams and organizations that last.
Explore 40 powerful Seth Godin quotes on marketing, creativity, leadership, and doing work that truly matters.
Discover powerful overcoming failure quotes that help you reframe setbacks, learn from mistakes, and keep moving forward in business and life.
A curated list of the best Alex Hormozi quotes on discipline, sales, mindset, and entrepreneurship to help you take action and grow stronger in 2026.
Build discipline and unstoppable momentum with the top Atomic Habits quotes by James Clear. Use these powerful insights to level up your habits in 2026.
Learn how to close the deal faster with seven proven steps that boost confidence, create clarity, and help you win more sales without pressure or stress.
Master ten proven closing techniques taught by world-class sales trainers and learn how to use each method to seal more deals with confidence.
Discover timeless Dale Carnegie quotes that inspire relationship-based selling, authentic communication, and leadership. Insights by Ewell Smith of Close The Deal.