Ep110 Tom Britt CEO and Founder of Towne Post Network, Inc.

In this episode of the Default Profitable Podcast, host Matt Nettleton interviews Tom Britt, the president and CEO of the Townpost Network. Tom shares his journey as a lifelong entrepreneur, detailing his experiences in publishing and the evolution of his business model. He discusses the importance of community engagement, the challenges of adapting to changes in the publishing industry, and the lessons learned from his early business experiences. Tom emphasizes the significance of passion, adaptability, and the necessity of starting small to prove a business model before scaling up. He also reflects on the role of franchising in his business growth and offers valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs. Tom recommended a single book, Essentialism: The Disciplined Pursuit of Less by Greg McKeown

 

Top Episode Takeaways

• The Townpost Network started as an experiment in local community engagement.
• Adapting to changes in the publishing industry is crucial for success.
• Passion for the business drives innovation and adaptability.
• Early business experiences highlight the importance of financial literacy.
• Planning is essential, but starting small can lead to success.
• Proving the business model is key before scaling up.
• Franchising can provide a path to growth and expansion.
• Entrepreneurs should focus on what they can do themselves.
• Just start your business and figure it out as you go.

You can find more information about Tom on linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/tombritt/  and at http://www.TownePost.com    and franchising.townepost.com

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