The Tai Lopez Show

#747 - Why 90% of Startups Fail (But Franchises Win) with Alex Smereczniak of Franzy

January 13, 2026·58 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Discover why 90% of new businesses fail but 90% of franchises succeed. In this episode, Tai Lopez sits down with Alex Smereczniak, CEO of Franzy, a platform valued at $16M in just six months, that’s transforming how entrepreneurs buy and sell franchises. They break down: Why franchises often outperform startups How one entrepreneur turned 30 McDonald’s into $50M+ a year The role of AI in the future of business and franchising Paths for entrepreneurs facing a changing economy Radical transformation: how to reinvent yourself today Whether you’re considering launching a business, buying a franchise, or betting on yourself in the new AI economy, this conversation is packed with insights. 📲 Franzy: https://franzy.com📲 Follow Alex on Instagram: https://instagram.com/alexfromfranzy 👇 Stay connected with Tai Lopez:WhatsApp/Text: +1 (786) 730-8374iOS app: https://www.tailopez.com/iphoneytAndroid app: https://www.tailopez.com/androidytSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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