Escape and Empower Podcast with David Greenberg and Peter Gilfillan

In this episode, Pete and Dave get real about the modern American Dream—and why franchise ownership may be the most practical path for professionals who want control, flexibility, and long-term wealth. If you're tired of working hard for someone else’s goals, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Dave and Pete discuss:

Control Over Your Calendar
Franchise ownership means no more 6 a.m. meetings unless you want them. You decide when and how you work.

Wealth Through Ownership
Why exchanging time for money in a corporate role keeps you stuck—and how equity, profits, and exit potential change the game.

Support with Autonomy
Franchising offers a proven system, ongoing training, and peer support—so you're never on an island, but you're always in charge.

Unlimited Financial Potential
With no salary cap and no ceiling on effort, your growth depends on your execution, not office politics.

Personal Growth and Community Impact
Business ownership fosters constant learning, deeper local connections, and the ability to create jobs and give back.

Key Takeaways:

• You control the outcome—and the schedule.
• The best franchise owners follow the playbook and bring their A-game.
• Community-driven brands let you lead and serve at the same time.
• Franchising creates more than income—it creates freedom, flexibility, and legacy.
• The American Dream is alive. You just need a vehicle to reach it.
  
  
  

“Being the captain of your own calendar—that’s what the American Dream looks like now.” — David Greenberg

CONNECT WITH PETER GILFILLAN
Website: https://www.hireyourself.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petegilfillan/

CONNECT WITH DAVID GREENBERG
Website: https://empoweredfranchisee.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-greenberg-entrepreneur/

CONNECT WITH PETER GILFILLAN

Meet with Pete: https://www.hireyourself.com/gilfillan/
Website: https://www.hireyourself.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petegilfillan/

CONNECT WITH DAVID GREENBERG

Meet with Dave: https://calendly.com/empoweredfranchisee/virtual-coffee-with-dave-the-empowered-franchiee-web
Website: https://empoweredfranchisee.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-greenberg-entrepreneur/