In the last segment, Restaurant Reality, restaurant broker, Eric and Robin Gagnon discuss the importance of franchise organization in terms of networking and education. Eric Gagnon explains why your competitor is not your enemy. Learn why seminars are an amazing part of the franchise culture. Eric Gagnon shares a story of meeting the CEO of Subway at a franchise association seminar and how the two were able to share ideas and knowledge about their business. Eric Gagnon will also explain why operators should view their franchise as a living and breathing entity. The restaurant brokers will explain the concept of “mailbox money” and why the misconception is often associated with opening a franchise. Stay tuned and learn about the realities of franchises and franchise organizations from the restaurant brokers, Eric and Robin Gagnon