May 29, 2025

Jim’s Pool Care: The Family-First Franchise with Real ROI - Interview with Brett Blair

Jim’s Pool Care: The Family-First Franchise with Real ROI - Interview with Brett Blair

Brett has spent 20 years building one of Jim’s Group’s most respected divisions—Jim’s Pool Care.

In this heartfelt and honest conversation, he shares how family motivated his move from IT into franchising, the challenges of growing a national brand, and why Jim’s flat-fee system continues to attract high-performing franchisees.

If you’re considering leaving the corporate grind or curious about running a profitable mobile business, this episode is a must-watch.

Timestamps0:35 – Brett returns to the podcast after 20 years in business1:23 – The emotional story of watching his daughter on stage2:12 – Hitting 100 franchises—and what came next3:24 – The shift to online learning and tech for new franchisees4:45 – Why Jim’s Pool Care’s multiple revenue streams work6:00 – Flexibility, family time, and replacing your wage13:40 – Franchise income vs wages: what’s realistic?21:10 – Breaking down Jim’s franchise fees and ROI36:52 – Why the pool care industry is a hidden gem57:00 – Brett’s personal advice for aspiring entrepreneurs

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