The most common — and costly — mistakes franchisees make
In this episode, host Cory Mosley sits down with franchise attorney Mark Dady of Dady & Gardner, PA for a candid conversation about the real risks franchisees face—and how to avoid them.
Mark brings a franchisee-first legal perspective, sharing practical insights from representing franchisees and business owners nationwide. This episode is essential viewing for prospective franchisees, current franchise owners, and franchise leaders navigating growth, conflict, and system-wide challenges.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The top mistakes franchisees make before signing a franchise agreement
- Why misunderstanding the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) leads to costly disputes
- How mismatched expectations turn operational problems into legal conflicts
- The role of experienced franchisee legal counsel before and after signing
- Why not every franchise problem is a legal claim—and what to do instead
- How franchisee associations create leverage and healthier franchise systems
- Why a unified franchisee voice, especially through organizations like the AAFD, matter
To learn more about Mark Dady and his work advocating for franchisees, visit dadygardner.com/
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