I WAITED TOO LONG!

After 25 years in corporate technology, Eric Labourdette made a decision that would change his career: he became a franchise owner. Today, Eric owns Groovy Hues in Scottsdale, Arizona, and his journey into entrepreneurship has taught him lessons he never expected. In this episode of the Franchise Frontier Podcast, Eric joins Dave Kimura to share what it's really like to leave corporate America, build a business from the ground up, and learn to lead in an industry outside your professional background. We discuss: Why Eric chose a home-services franchise after 25 years in tech The reality of the first year of business ownership Why working capital matters more than many new owners realize How he overcame his fear of sales The importance of finding and retaining great crews How builder relationships helped him grow Why scaling requires systems, delegation, and consistency The one thing he wishes he'd done differently Whether you're exploring franchising, considering a career change, or already building your own business, this conversation offers a practical look at entrepreneurship beyond the highlight reel. *Subscribe to Franchise Frontier* for real conversations with the people building businesses every day. #FranchiseFrontier #Franchising #BusinessOwnership #Entrepreneurship #CareerChange