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The Truth About Starting a Hand & Stone Franchise With Kristie Kalinowski | Franchise Focus Podcast | Hosted By Laura Blackmore #FranchiseFocus #Blackmore

33 s · 22 de may de 2026
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The Truth About Starting a Hand & Stone Franchise With Kristie Kalinowski | Franchise Focus Podcast | Hosted By Laura Blackmore #FranchiseFocus #Blackmore 👉Get your personalized Business Builder Profile: https://zorakle.net/assessment-portal/welcome/blackmore-franchise-consulting-llc In this episode of Franchise Focus Podcast, Laura Blackmore welcomes Kristie Kalinowski from Hand & Stone to discuss the importance of building strong foundations in business and franchising. Laura Blackmore and Kristie Kalinowski explore how successful franchise systems are built through leadership, operational consistency, customer experience, and long-term vision. Kristie Kalinowski shares valuable insights into the foundation of the Hand & Stone franchise model, including franchisee support, team culture, training systems, and membership-based growth strategies. Laura Blackmore highlights how entrepreneurs can create sustainable businesses by focusing on systems, customer relationships, and scalable operations from the very beginning. This episode of Franchise Focus Podcast also examines how the wellness industry continues to evolve as consumers prioritize self-care and health-focused services. Laura Blackmore and Kristie Kalinowski explain why building a solid business foundation is critical for long-term success in the spa and wellness franchise space. If you are interested in entrepreneurship, franchise ownership, or learning more about the wellness industry, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiration for future business owners. Subscribe to Franchise Focus Podcast hosted by Laura Blackmore for more conversations with franchise experts, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. 📌 Watch Full Episode: http://www.youtube.com/@FranchiseFocusPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3kVi6iYayFhnLCDUb6QhXf 🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/franchise-focus-podcast/id1805450791 🔗 Connect with Us: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lblackmore Website: https://www.blackmorefranchiseconsulting.com/contact.asp Meeting: https://calendly.com/lblackmore/30min #FranchiseFocusPodcast #LauraBlackmore #KristieKalinowski #HandAndStone #BusinessFoundation #FranchiseSystems #SpaFranchise #WellnessBusiness #Entrepreneur #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #FranchiseOpportunity #SpaOwnership #RecurringRevenue #CustomerExperience #MassageTherapy #SelfCare #BeautyBusiness #Franchise #Franchising #StartupBusiness #BusinessOwner #ScalableBusiness #WellnessIndustry #ServiceBusiness #MassageFranchise #WellnessServices #BusinessPodcast #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #SuccessMindset #HealthAndWellness

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