I’m proud of my clients’ success.

After I left my long-term employer end of last year and was in a phase of re-orientation, Michael contacted me and introduced me to the world if Franchise, which was not something I had really on my radar. He was very thorough in understanding and exploring my professional background, skill sets and preferences and suggested a number of interesting opportunities, which I researched further and, with his support, narrowed down to a fantastic new opportunity, which I just have signed up to and will start shortly.
Throughout this whole process, Michael was very pleasant to work with, never pushed to “quickly close the deal”, but made it always clear that his priority was to help me to find a solution that is right for me. He provided a lot of guidance and insight into the franchise world and I can only recommend him to anyone who wants to explore new professional avenues, be it that one is not happy in their current job or because they are looking for a new career.

Mathias Hemberger – Princeton, New Jersey

Michael helped me through the process of exploring new business opportunities. I never imagined myself embarking on such an adventure! However, Michael was so clear and focused, and explained things so well that it gave me the comfort and courage to go ahead with “owning my own business”. I’m happy I met Michael as he has probably changed my life forever.

Begona Inurritegui – Riverside, Connecticut

I met Michael when I was in process of a career shift and deciding to change industries. It was a big move for me, and Michael helped me over a four-month period offering opportunities as well as coaching me through the franchise process. In the end, the guidance he provided ultimately resulted in being awarded a B-2-B coaching opportunity which will take me through the “back-nine” of my career on my own terms. I highly recommend working with Michael. Deane G.

Deane Gyllenhaal – Beverly, Massachusetts

Michael is wonderful to work with! He is very insightful, and a great listener. I have enjoyed working with him. I highly recommend Michael to anyone considering career ownership. Michael patiently walks you through the process and helps you pursue your interests.

Karine Ernest – Milton, Massachusetts

Michael was very patient and helpful through the whole process of finding a good franchise fit for our needs and personalities. He is genuine and wants to see his clients succeed in their journey. Michael walked through the process with no urgency and let us evaluate at our pace. I appreciate his partnership and kindness. If you are looking to take a journey of investigating franchises Micheal is the right person to help you.

Darin Smith, MBA, PMP, CSA – Zionsville, Indiana

I’m writing this as a 30 year sales professional of technical products that met with a career stopping layoff due to CV19. My very first phone call from Michael caught me in a highly indecisive and directionless moment in time, however Michael had the tact and listening skills to slow me down and just think about where I was and where I wanted to go. My “what will this cost me’ skepticism at first was quickly dashed and Michael, who was reaching out for $0, engaged me in a very comfortable and non-confrontational discussion, often soliciting my thoughts and opinions on my situation as well as direction. What I immediately liked was Michael’s professional empathy for one, but more importantly his skilled sense of reading between the lines and supporting with experiences he shared as well. The first conversation lasted about 30 minutes and was so casual yet structured, I began to think outside of the anxiety and stress of unemployment and the potentially directionless career hunt. Based on the success of our first call, Michael asked if we may speak again which we did a few times over the next several weeks. Michael was spot on time every call and as we developed trust Michael then introduced me to his passion of Franchising. Well, all the bells and whistles went off, skepticism jumped in, and Michael took this all in stride, in fact he welcomed it and encouraged me to think hard about it, again absolutely no pressure. Over the course of the next 2-3 calls, Michael introduced me to the immensely diverse world of Franchise ownership, something I had never ever thought was within reach. Michael is highly skilled not only in his extensive Franchise knowledge but also his adept ability to guide one through this initial consideration and approach to owning one’s own business. Michael has walked the walk and talked the talk, his background is fascinating. I will conclude by saying that I am the proud owner of an exciting new Franchise business and I owe all of my thanks to Michael for being by my side throughout the process, I even invited him to the Signing! If you are in a similar position to me, almost 60, and just want to explore options outside of Corporate America and along side a true professional and mentoring personality, I would strongly encourage you to contact Michael, introduce yourself and I promise you that you will be thoroughly satisfied, inspired and by the end, highly motivated to embrace change and make it happen for yourself. Best of luck to you and as I mentioned to Michael, he’s now considered a friend and that I would welcome speaking with anyone he sends my way to discuss my experience further.

Bruce J. Baltz

I worked with Michael as I was searching for the next move in my career. Michael was very patient while we searched for the right industry for my talents. Along the way, there were a couple of detours as I searched for the opportunity that I desired. During this time, Michael stayed in touch, mentored, advised and created the space to explore and to feel comfortable with the decision I made. I highly recommend Michael. He is very professional and willing to take the time to work with his clients.

Carol E. – Kansas City, Missouri

I worked with Michael as a client and mentee in the process of examining business ownership. Mike was a consummate professional, and a thorough and patient guru in guiding me through the exploration of this path. His methodical steps were invaluable in helping me explore my income and lifestyle goals, and they opened my mind to business options that would help me meet those goals but I hadn’t ever considered. There was no question I came up with about various industries and processes for which he didn’t have an answer, which put me at ease during my time working with him. I highly recommend Mike as a coach and a resource for those who would like to explore a path other than being a cog in the wheel of corporate America.

Sean Salo – New York, New York

I am very pleased to recommend the consulting work of Mike Harrington. I began working with Mike in April 2020. It was the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. We met about once a week by phone and Mike guided me through the various aspects of exploring business ownership and franchising opportunities, including narrowing my focus based on my personal strengths and weaknesses, and finding financing options. Now, in August of 2020, I have just launched my business and feel for the first time I am in control of my own career. Throughout the process, Mike patiently coached, encouraged, and instructed – I always knew he was in my corner as an clear-headed, objective third-party. I would recommend him to anyone who needs a little help understanding how to get started as a small business owner.

Matthew Wagner – Atlanta Metropolitan Area

Working with Michael over the past 5 months has been an absolute pleasure! He is an outstanding industry professional who really cares about finding the right match between candidates and opportunities. I was impressed with his depth of knowledge and expertise, as well as the time he dedicated to understanding my interests, experience and providing me with a broad range of exciting business opportunities. His support started with our first call and stayed constant even after I made my decision. I highly recommend Michael to anyone looking to venture into the world of franchising! With Michael I found a valued business partner.

Nicole L. Durocher – Greater Boston

I found my experience working with Michael over several months to be a very beneficial exploration of professional possibilities!
Not pushy, very professional, exploratory dialog and supportive to discovering new potential possibilities.
Michael takes the time to get to know the individual involved.

Mike Spirdione – Greater Boston