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197. From Franchise Burnout to a Meaningful Childcare Business with Jay Shah of Marigold Academy

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In this episode, Neel sits down with Jay Shah, a former Dunkin Donuts franchisee who transitioned into the childcare industry by founding Marigold Academy. Jay shares his journey from the corporate grind to purpose-driven entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education. He discusses the business model of Marigold Academy, the balance between passion and profitability, and the significance of building a supportive culture for teachers. Jay also highlights the ideal franchisee profile and the future growth plans for Marigold Academy.

Takeaways

  • Jay transitioned from Dunkin Donuts to childcare inspired by his daughters.
  • Childcare is a high-demand industry with strong unit economics.
  • Passion should be balanced with profitability in business.
  • Surrounding yourself with mentors is crucial for success.
  • Creating a positive culture helps retain quality teachers.
  • Marigold Academy focuses on advanced curriculum for early education.
  • Childcare can provide predictable recurring revenue.
  • The ideal franchisee often comes from a corporate background.
  • Operational complexity can impact business satisfaction.
  • Jay emphasizes the importance of giving back to aspiring entrepreneurs.

Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like it, leave a comment and subscribe to our podcast for more amazing content.

Want to stay connected?

Follow me on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes insights:

➙ Visit ⁠⁠www.maidthisfranchise.com⁠⁠

➙ Instagram: ⁠⁠@neelbparekh ⁠⁠

➙ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠@neelbparekh

➙ YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@neelbparekh

Find out more about Jay and Marigold Academy:

➙ Website: https://marigoldacademy.com/

➙ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marigold-academy

➙ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marigoldacademyfranchise

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Manage episode 482916250 series 3440552
Content provided by Neel Parekh. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Neel Parekh or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode, Neel sits down with Jay Shah, a former Dunkin Donuts franchisee who transitioned into the childcare industry by founding Marigold Academy. Jay shares his journey from the corporate grind to purpose-driven entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of early childhood education. He discusses the business model of Marigold Academy, the balance between passion and profitability, and the significance of building a supportive culture for teachers. Jay also highlights the ideal franchisee profile and the future growth plans for Marigold Academy.

Takeaways

  • Jay transitioned from Dunkin Donuts to childcare inspired by his daughters.
  • Childcare is a high-demand industry with strong unit economics.
  • Passion should be balanced with profitability in business.
  • Surrounding yourself with mentors is crucial for success.
  • Creating a positive culture helps retain quality teachers.
  • Marigold Academy focuses on advanced curriculum for early education.
  • Childcare can provide predictable recurring revenue.
  • The ideal franchisee often comes from a corporate background.
  • Operational complexity can impact business satisfaction.
  • Jay emphasizes the importance of giving back to aspiring entrepreneurs.

Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to like it, leave a comment and subscribe to our podcast for more amazing content.

Want to stay connected?

Follow me on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes insights:

➙ Visit ⁠⁠www.maidthisfranchise.com⁠⁠

➙ Instagram: ⁠⁠@neelbparekh ⁠⁠

➙ X (Twitter): ⁠⁠@neelbparekh

➙ YouTube Channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@neelbparekh

Find out more about Jay and Marigold Academy:

➙ Website: https://marigoldacademy.com/

➙ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/marigold-academy

➙ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marigoldacademyfranchise

  continue reading

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