Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=bb7ROT1m0lk Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Why we turn down 50% of franchise applicants: companyculture leadershipmindset [orD0rbdIdwa] Health Updated on August 09, 2026 EDT — Published on August 09, 2026 EDT When scaling a business, it’s tempting to say yes to every expansion opportunity. But true growth requires discipline. If a partner doesn't align with our values and standards, bringing them on board hurts our existing operators and misrepresents our brand. We’d rather grow slower with the right leaders than scale quickly with the wrong ones. It’s not just about economics, it’s about integrity. Follow @SteveSchwab1 for more hospitality and leadership insights. 9LwDOPtPL4A oQs12m0ZnY0 wJ2pDicHuC7 IkH7QwYkmKe n6FsitvBJWI 8dZtwGHMmxW
When scaling a business, it’s tempting to say yes to every expansion opportunity. But true growth requires discipline. If a partner doesn't align with our values and standards, bringing them on board hurts our existing operators and misrepresents our brand. We’d rather grow slower with the right leaders than scale quickly with the wrong ones. It’s not just about economics, it’s about integrity. Follow @SteveSchwab1 for more hospitality and leadership insights. 9LwDOPtPL4A oQs12m0ZnY0 wJ2pDicHuC7 IkH7QwYkmKe n6FsitvBJWI 8dZtwGHMmxW