John Hewitt, The Great-Grandaddy of Tax, joins the Positive Polarity Podcast this week. John is the founder of Loyalty Brands, Jackson Hewitt, Liberty Tax, and Zoomin Groomin just to name a few! Dave and John talk about franchising and developing a system of doing business to run a successful franchise. John challenges us to set stretch goals and dream big.
Bio:
John Hewitt is a renowned American entrepreneur who has made a significant impact in the business world through his innovative ideas and strategic thinking. He is best known for his success in the tax preparation industry, having founded two of the largest tax preparation companies in the United States – Jackson Hewitt and Liberty Tax. Both companies represent two of the top 100 largest retail organizations in North America. John Hewitt has:
• Founded and grew two of the largest retail chains in North America
• In 2012, Liberty Tax Service operated over 4,000 locations in the U.S. and Canada
• International Franchise Association Entrepreneur of the Year (2005)
• Accounting Today – Top 100 Most Influential People (2000-2012)
• Best Selling Author – iCompete: How My Extraordinary Strategy For Winning Can Be Yours (2016)
• Inc. Magazine (1992) – Jackson Hewitt ranked 2nd in the tax industry and was one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States
Get In Touch:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-t-hewitt-9917b7149
john@loyaltybrands.com for a copy of his book for free!
Tip of the week:
To be successful in anything, find something you love to do, work hard and persevere.
