Level Up with Nick Lopez

Welcome to your new favorite corner of franchising. Hosted by Nick Lopez, Founder of LIME Painting and creator of the Empire Model, The Level Up Show is where emerging leaders, top franchise buyers, and gritty ...more

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August 18, 2025 00:39:04
Process Over Emotion: The Smarter Way to Choose a Franchise

Process Over Emotion: The Smarter Way to Choose a Franchise

Franchise success starts with clarity, not emotion. Nick Lopez sits down with Mark Schnurman, founder of The Perfect Franchise, to explore why the smartest...

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August 11, 2025 00:52:26
Faith First: Building Just Between Friends

Faith First: Building Just Between Friends

From living room sales to a nationally recognized children’s consignment franchise, Shannon Wilburn’s journey is rooted in faith, grit, and community. She followed divine...

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August 04, 2025 01:35:52
Mindset Over Hype: TJ Corey’s Approach to Franchise Freedom

Mindset Over Hype: TJ Corey’s Approach to Franchise Freedom

Franchise matchmaker TJ Corey of ZnZ Franchising joins host Nick Lopez to unpack what it really means to find the right business fit. Drawing...

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July 28, 2025 00:48:15
Grinding Into Greatness: How 'That Franchise Guy' Built a Business Brand

Grinding Into Greatness: How 'That Franchise Guy' Built a Business Brand

John Anderson, known as That Franchise Guy, is a multi-unit franchise owner and seasoned consultant who built his brand from the ground up. In...

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July 21, 2025 00:50:50
From Risk to Reward: What Really Determines Franchise Success

From Risk to Reward: What Really Determines Franchise Success

Lance Graulich uncovers what drives real success in franchising. From helping scale Wingstop in its early days to matching today’s entrepreneurs with the right...

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November 08, 2024 00:43:10
E-Commerce Empire: Mastering Brand Growth And Amazon Success With  Neil Twa

E-Commerce Empire: Mastering Brand Growth And Amazon Success With Neil Twa

Uncover the secrets of E-Commerce Growth in this episode of The Level Up Show. Join Neil Twa, CEO of Voltage Holdings, as he shares...

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