Author: TimKatsch
TimKatsch
Tim Katsch is a former EVP of a national franchisor, where he led operations, real estate, construction, and marketing. He now runs Franchise Hire, a recruiting and executive search firm that helps franchise brands build exceptional teams, and publishes Franchise Brief, a platform covering trends and insights shaping franchising today. Tim is also the author of Coach Up: A Manager’s Quick-Start Guide to Workplace Coaching, a practical guide that helps general managers and new leaders become confident workplace coaches who bring out the best in their teams.
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