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Escape and Empower Podcast | Buy Your First Franchise
Learn everything you need to know about buying your first franchise.
If you are ready to escape the corporate grind and empower your future with franchise ownership, join the top 2 franchise consultants in the USA on the Escape and Empower Podcast.
Join franchise experts Pete Gilfillan and Dave Greenberg on The Escape and Empower Podcast, your definitive guide to successfully transitioning from corporate employee to thriving franchise owner. Each episode provides honest, actionable insights tailored specifically for busy executives eager to achieve financial stability, build lasting wealth, and gain control over their destiny.
Whether you're exploring franchise ownership for the first time or ready to take the next step toward entrepreneurship, Pete and Dave offer straightforward, no-fluff discussions covering essential topics such as:
- Navigating the franchise buying process step-by-step
- Overcoming common fears and barriers
- Strategies for building wealth through franchising
- Insider advice on choosing the right franchise for your lifestyle
- Real stories and practical wisdom from successful franchisees
- Detailed explanations of franchise disclosure documents (FDD)
- Guidance on financing options and understanding investment costs
- Steps to confidently evaluate franchise opportunities
Empower your entrepreneurial journey today—subscribe and begin building your path to financial freedom and personal fulfillment.
Hosted by franchise industry leaders Pete Gilfillan (HireYourself.com) and Dave Greenberg (EmpoweredFranchisee.com).
Escape and Empower Podcast | Buy Your First Franchise
“Work Hard. Hustle Harder.”—Why Every Executive Needs a Side Hustle
Escape and Empower Podcast with David Greenberg and Peter Gilfillan
In this episode of Escape and Empower, Dave and Pete dig into the explosive rise of the side hustle—and why it’s no longer just for Gen Z and gig workers. From rising costs to career uncertainty, executives across all life stages are adding a second (or third) income stream to stay ahead.
The hosts unpack recent insights from The Wall Street Journal and Forbes, share personal stories from their Ford days, and outline how executives can strategically use a side hustle to build wealth—not just offset bills. Whether you’re preparing for a career transition or just looking to diversify your income, this conversation offers a grounded look at how to do it smartly.
In this episode, Dave and Pete discuss:
- Why Side Hustles Are on the Rise
Over 9 million Americans hold multiple jobs—the highest level since 2008. Executives are waking up to the need for income diversification. - It’s Not Just About Extra Cash
Side hustles should go beyond beer money. The right one can build wealth, become an asset, and create long-term financial stability. - How Executives Are Reframing the Hustle
Smart leaders aren’t trading hours for dollars—they’re building leveraged businesses that generate income without constant effort. - The Tech Stack Advantage
From Airbnb to pool cleaning to property maintenance franchises, modern tools make side hustles scalable and manageable—even for busy professionals. - What Dave and Pete Wish They Knew at 30
They both reflect on blind loyalty to corporate life, and how starting a side business earlier could’ve built real freedom faster.
Key Takeaways:
- The side hustle economy is mainstream—and accelerating across all age groups
- Executives need income streams that build, not just buffer
- Today’s tools make managing a business on the side easier than ever
- A well-structured side gig can become a true asset—not just a job
- Planning now means protection later—especially during layoffs or downturns
“We used to think working 7 to 6 with 50% travel was loyalty. Now, we know better. A side hustle isn’t disloyal—it’s smart.” — David Greenberg
CONNECT WITH PETER GILFILLAN
Meet with Pete: https://go.hireyourself.com/gilfillan?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=IR
Website: https://www.hireyourself.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petegilfillan/
CONNECT WITH DAVID GREENBERG
Meet with Dave: https://calendly.com/empoweredfranchisee/virtual-coffee-with-dave-the-empowered-franchiee-web?utm_source=LinkedIn&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=IR
Website: https://empoweredfranchisee.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-greenberg-entrepreneur/