Nick Shankland - FranNet Franchise Consultant

06/09/2026

FlyteCo beer keeps showing up in more places around Colorado.

Brewpubs. Beer gardens. Restaurants you wouldn't expect.

Distribution growing!

Quiet kudos to Eric, Jason, and Morgan.

Way back when they were home brewers and throwing house parties, they had a clear idea of what they wanted to build. I catered some of those early parties as their unofficial chef.

We've all gone down our own paths since. But every time I see a FlyteCo beer on an unexpected menu, I'm reminded how clear they were on the vision long before any of this existed.

Cheers.

The beer is great!
The journey is better.

https://flytecotower.com/

06/08/2026

Here’s an opportunity that truly shines!

Join us for a live event on Wednesday, June 10th at 2:00 pm ET to discover a window cleaning franchise model built for multiple revenue streams and scalable growth.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3317679822056/WN_K2kqG2gyTBy_z4vpEa8Peg

Here’s what you’ll take away as an attendee:
-How these proven systems allow you to manage a high-demand service business efficiently.
-Insights into why the residential and commercial exterior maintenance industry continues to thrive.
-The training and support this franchise has in place to help owners succeed from day one.

Whether you're looking to leave the corporate world behind or you're an investor looking to diversify with a resilient service brand, this is your chance to see your future in a new light!

06/08/2026

If you've been feeling stuck, overlooked, or just ready for something more - this one's for you.

Franchise ownership isn't for everyone. But for the right person, it can completely change the trajectory of your life.

Swipe through to see what I mean. 👉

06/05/2026

Hammer & Nails is one of those models where the math makes the case.

Most men visit 3-4 different places to maintain their grooming.
Hair.
Beard.
Skin.
Maybe nails.

Multiple businesses, multiple schedules.

Hammer & Nails puts it all under one roof with a membership.

The men's grooming market is around $40 billion, and millennial and Gen Z men are the fastest-growing customers in premium care.

A category most people don't think about until someone reorganizes it for them.

Luxury Barbershop for Guys. Manicures and Pedicures for Men, Haircuts, Beard Shaves, and Face Care. Hammer & Nails is more than an extraordinary barber shop. Schedule an appointment today!

06/03/2026

Most of the people I sit down with don't actually have a business question.

They have a life question dressed up as a business question.

What do I want my time to look like?
Who do I want to spend it with?
What kind of work makes me feel like myself again?

The business is just the vehicle for the answer.

Which is why "what business should I buy?" so often misses.

The better question is underneath.

06/03/2026

Did you know that two-thirds of Millennial and Gen Z are considering a career change this year?

These days, young professionals aren't just leaving their unfulfilling jobs and finding new ones - they're looking for ways to build something better. They want ownership, autonomy, flexibility, and a direct line between their effort and their results. Something meaningful that provides opportunities for growth.

Franchising offers exactly that. An established system, real support, and a path to build wealth.

If you're ready to bet on yourself, let’s talk!

Franchising offers a combination of independence that young professionals desire with the structure they need when starting a business

06/02/2026

Ever feel like you're working hard but not really getting anywhere?
It's not just you. The rules of wealth creation are changing.

For a long time, the formula felt pretty clear: get a good job, work hard, stay loyal, retire with a pension. But somewhere along the way, that stopped being enough. Instead, today's economy rewards asset ownership, adaptability, and multiple income streams, not just a steady paycheck.

Working hard will always get you places, but working smart is where the real leverage is! I'm hearing lots of people ask things like: "How do I create more flexibility in my life?" and "How do I build assets, not just income?" These are the right questions to be asking.

Job security in 2026 looks very different than it used to, and maybe it's time we update what "real security" actually means.

I'd love to hear your thoughts! Let's discuss in the comments.

06/01/2026

When most people picture a franchise, they don't picture a fashion design studio for kids.

The Fashion Class is one of those models that surprised me.

It's not just sewing - it's fashion design, illustration, merchandising, history, the business side.
Ages two through seventeen, plus adult classes.

Kids design clothing and walk it down a custom runway with their families watching.

Screen-free. Skill-building. Membership-based.

Most franchise conversations default to home services, food, fitness. Brands like this widen the picture.

If you have a kid or know someone who does, this one is worth a look.

Classes, Camps, Workshops, Birthday Parties, and Group & Private Lessons are available for kids ages 2-17 and adults of all ages, at any skill level. Whether you’ve always wanted to make custom-made clothing that fits perfectly, have a kid who’s crazy for sketching imaginative outfits, or just l...

06/01/2026

Fear is a dream-killer. When buying a business, having second thoughts can stop you in your tracks…but fear can be overcome with guidance and solid data.

Here, I break down the 5 biggest lies fear tells future business owners and how to overcome them.