When you're a serial entrepreneur, you can take the skills you've built and apply them to different industries. Matt Goebel, a serial entrepreneur and founder of multiple technology-enabled companies, discusses his journey as an entrepreneur and his current venture, Woven, a platform that helps unify multi-unit franchise frontline systems.
He shares his perspective on entrepreneurship, the differences between PE funding and bootstrap funding, and the importance of problem-solving in business. Matt also talks about the support system he relies on and how he handles failures. He explains the concept of responsible franchising and how Woven aims to help franchisors and franchisees collaborate and drive success.
We also explore the challenges of operationalizing franchise systems and the need to bridge the gap between franchisors and franchisees. It discusses the limitations of traditional methods, such as lengthy operations manuals and standalone learning management systems (LMS), and the importance of effectively communicating and executing brand standards at the frontline level.
The conversation also highlights the need for streamlined and accessible tools that can support franchisees in their day-to-day operations. The guest, Matt, shares his vision for Woven, a software platform that aims to bridge the gap between franchisors and franchisees and provide operational accountability and efficiencies.
Takeaways:
Entrepreneurship is about solving problems and taking on challenges.
There are different paths to funding a business, and the choice depends on the founder's desired outcomes and what they want to achieve.
Having a support system is crucial for entrepreneurs to navigate failures and challenges.
Responsible franchising focuses on the success of franchisees and involves collaboration and accountability between franchisors and franchisees.
Woven helps operationalize franchise businesses and supports franchisees in achieving profitability and success. Operationalizing franchise systems is a challenge that requires bridging the gap between franchisors and franchisees.
Traditional methods, such as lengthy operations manuals and standalone learning management systems, are often ineffective in communicating and executing brand standards at the frontline level.
Streamlined and accessible tools are needed to support franchisees in their day-to-day operations.
Woven is a software platform that aims to bridge the gap between franchisors and franchisees and provide operational accountability and efficiencies.
More from Matt:
Matt Goebel, CEO of Woven, leveraged 15+ years of franchising experience as a franchisor, franchisee, and supplier to address significant industry challenges, including disjointed communication, fragmented operations, and underperforming software solutions. In 2017, he founded Woven to streamline operations, empower frontline employees, and enhance collaboration across the franchising ecosystem. Motivated by the struggles of “mom and pop” franchisees overwhelmed by daily operations, Matt aimed to create a solution that alleviates these burdens, enabling franchisees and franchisors to focus on their core passions and business goals.
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More from Woven:
Woven is a best-in-class business management platform tailored to streamline operations and drive growth uniquely built for gym & fitness and salon & spa franchise businesses. With 30+ powerful features, including scheduling, staff training, team communication, and facility maintenance, Woven enables owners and managers to focus on what truly matters—their team and clients. Designed with these industries in mind, Woven’s seamless platform helps franchisees deliver exceptional experiences while efficiently managing day-to-day operations. Backed by exceptional customer satisfaction and a committed partnership approach, Woven is trusted by a growing community of loyal users. Propel your franchise to new heights—book a consultation call at www.startwoven.com.
Woven Website: https://startwoven.com/
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