In this episode Bryan Finnerty welcomes Jeff Dudan, a former collegiate football player turned entrepreneurial powerhouse. Jeff’s journey spans from working as a dog at Chuck E. Cheese to leading Homefront Brands, a rapidly growing franchise platform that’s reshaping the property services industry. Along the way, Jeff authored Discernment, a playbook for better decision-making and a great life, and even starred on Undercover Boss. Whether you’re an athlete looking to translate your skills into business, a seasoned entrepreneur, or someone just starting out, this episode will inspire you to dream big and move fast.

Key Moments

• 00:00 Focus on Yourself: The Key to Success
• 01:14 From Chuck E. Cheese to Entrepreneurial Success
• 05:49 Decision Making: A Full Contact Sport
• 11:49 The Power of Values in Business
• 18:03 Building a Winning Franchise Team
• 24:03 Strategic Growth: Acquiring Brands for Success
• 30:42 Leveraging Experience Over Opinion
• 33:27 The Risks and Rewards of Undercover Boss
• 39:34 Family Dynamics in Business
• 51:21 Advice for Young Entrepreneurs
• 57:10 Future Vision for Homefront Brands

Connect with Jeff:

• LinkedIn : @jeffdudan
• Instagram: @jeffdudan
• www.homefrontbrands.com
• Jeff Dudan’s Book: Discernment: The Business Athlete’s Regimen for a Great Life through Better Decisions
• Check out Jeff’s Podcast: The Homefront Show

Connect with Bryan:

Check out the website: www.whatsnextpodcast.com
Connect with Bryan on Instagram: @bryanfinnerty22
Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: @bryanfinnerty

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