
Case Study: From Overwhelmed to Empowered - Building a Team for Franchise Success

Exciting Announcement: Shannon Wilburn Joins SMB Franchise Advisors as Executive Director and Franchise Coach

The Six Stages of Franchising
This week, I had the opportunity to talk to a friend of mine who is a franchisee in a legacy brand. We scheduled the conversation based on a text that she had sent me, where I knew I needed to talk her off the ledge.

Decoding Franchising and Licensing: Which Path is Right for Your Business?
A couple of weeks ago, I got an email from an entrepreneur I did not know personally but had heard about through colleagues.

Leading with Emotional Intelligence: A Practical Guide for Business Leaders

He said WHAT? Mastering the Art of Receiving Feedback: A Guide for Founders and Entrepreneurs
He said WHAT? Mastering the Art of Receiving Feedback: A Guide for Founders and Entrepreneurs.

Expectation Equals Premeditated Resentment: A Guide for Business Owners, Franchisors, Founders, and Entrepreneurs
Real-Life Story: The Franchisee's Dilemma. Jennifer had always dreamed of running her own business. When she decided to invest in a popular franchise, she was brimming with excitement and high expectations.

The F-Word: Turning Failure into Feedback
The Preparation Process. 10 hours – that’s how much time I spent prepping for my latest speaking engagement.

The Art of Adaptability: Leading Through Unexpected Challenges
I was headed to Nashville to meet up with a “coach” friend, and then we were to travel together to Florida for a coaching retreat.

The Ultimate Guide to Free and Affordable Business Coaching for Entrepreneurs: Part 2
Part 2: This guide explores coaching resources leveraging online courses, webinars, and tapping into the wealth of knowledge that many have shared for free.

The Ultimate Guide to Free and Affordable Business Coaching for Entrepreneurs: Part 1
Part 1: This guide explores coaching resources leveraging online courses, webinars, and tapping into the wealth of knowledge that many have shared for free.

The Profitable Path to Expansion: Is Franchising Your Business the Right Move?
Twenty-five years as an entrepreneur has afforded me some insights that I did not always have.

Unlocking Success: Finding and Growing A Mentorship
From as far back as I can remember, I have learned very specific, impactful things from those that have gone before me.

I Don’t Want to Hear It!
Elevate Your Game: How Feedback Fuels Top Performers

The Hard Truth About Founders – and WHY Our Company Needs a CEO
The Founder Stereotype “Founder” – sadly, in some circles, this title is met with disdain or eye-rolling.

Wow, This Sucks
This is the first thing that comes to mind today. It’s 6:45 pm on a Saturday evening and I have spent the last 3 weeks in what I would describe as chronic pain unless I’m horizontal

Franchise Assessment: How do I know if I can franchise my brand?
Franchise Assessment: How do I know if I’m ready to franchise my brand? Assessing your brand for franchising potential.

9 Steps to Find a Franchise Consultant or Coach
Shine executive coach Shannon Wilburn shares her 9 Steps to Find a Franchise Consultant or Coach.

What should I expect from an executive coach?
What is an executive coach and and what should I expect if I hire one. Here from Shannon as she shares what to expect from an executive coach.

Who/What is Shine Executive Coaching?
Hi, I’m Shannon Wilburn. If you’re reading this, you are either my friend or family member, a new client, curious about me, or looking for a coach. Thank you for stopping by my blog!