The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise

Own The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise

The Entrepreneur’s Source® (TES), is a pioneer in the coaching space. TES became the first virtual coaching franchise when Visionary & Founder Terry Powell established it in 1998 to fulfill a need in the market, and over the last 23 years, has helped tens of thousands of individuals achieve their dreams of self-sufficiency. TES has assisted individuals looking to take back ownership of their careers, but aren’t sure where to start. TES’ Career Ownership Coaches provide education, awareness and discovery to their clients, helping them see how a franchise can be the vehicle that helps them achieve their personal income, lifestyle, wealth and equity goals.

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Download The Entrepreneur's Source Franchisee Satisfaction Report

Only the brands that exceed FBR’s franchisee satisfaction benchmark are displayed on our website. Here’s how The Entrepreneur’s Source franchise owners rated their franchise.

Highlights include:

  • 98% of franchisees agree that their fellow franchisees are supportive of each other
  • 93% of franchisees agree that their fellow franchisees are supportive of the brand
  • 96% of franchisees agree that their fellow franchisees actively participate in company programs and events
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The Entrepreneur's Source
Franchise Owner Satisfaction Report
Review completed: February 2025
0-49 Below average
50-69 Average
70-100 Best
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  • Training & Support
  • Core Values
  • Franchise System
  • Franchise Community
  • Leadership
  • Self-Evaluation

Not all franchise systems share their results publicly. The Entrepreneur’s Source does. Download the franchisee satisfaction report on The Entrepreneur’s Source for free.

The Entrepreneur's Source Awards from Franchise Business Review

2025 FBR Top
2025 Womens
2024 Veterans
2024 Most Innovative
2024 Top Recession Proof
2024 Top Womens
2024 FBR Top
2024 Best Culture
2023 Most Innovative
2023 Top Veterans
2023 Best Culture
2023 Recession Proof
2023 Top Franchise
2022 Most Innovative
2022 Top Veterans
2022 Rock Star
2022 Top 200
2021 Recession Proof
2021 Top Low Cost
2021 Top Veterans

The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise Information

Business Model

The Entrepreneur’s Source franchise model is a proven system for driving strong results, developed from Terry Powell’s personal experience as the first TES Coach for fourteen years before franchising, and has since seen over three decades of franchise success. TES Career Ownership Coaches focus on their client’s “why,” guiding them through a Discovery Experience to help them see how taking ownership of their careers is possible in ways they’d maybe never considered before. Career Ownership Coaches come from a variety of backgrounds and industries, but all of them have a strong desire to help others.

Key Benefits
  • Excellent Earning Potential
  • Work from Anywhere
  • Meaningful and Satisfying
  • Low Investment and Low Overhead
  • Flexible Hours
  • The Industry’s Best Training and Support
  • No Inventory
  • No Employees
  • Powerful Marketing and Brand Awareness Tools
  • IT Support
Marketing Support

Marketing and Support Programs

  • Brand Building Digital Marketing
  • Social Media Automation
  • Client Engagement Center
  • Local Marketing Best Practices
Training Programs

The Industry’s Best Training and Support

  • No experience required. TES Coaches come from many different backgrounds.
  • Assigned Performance Enhancement Coach
  • Twelve Week Training Program
  • Weekly Curriculum and Check-ins
  • Peer Performance Group Calls for best practices
  • Weekly Franchisor Spotlight Calls
  • Annual Conference
Franchise Contact Information

Phone: (203) 405-2135
Email: [email protected]
Corporate Address: 464 Heritage Rd, Suite 3, Southbury, CT 06488

The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise Survey Results

The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise Reviews & Testimonials

Actual owner reviews from our third party, independent surveys.

  • I love the TES franchise family! Truly a differentiator compared to being in business on my own. I highly value the coaching community, am glad to be a part of it, and honored to give back to it whenever I can.

    Amy, The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise Owner

    Overall Brand Rating:

    FSI
  • Marissa and team have made great improvements in strengthening the company culture and values and communicating them to the Coaches along with continually striving to use technology more innovatively to bring efficiency and value to our investment.

    Michael, The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise Owner

    Overall Brand Rating:

    FSI
  • I really appreciate the culture and leadership of TES. It came as advertised. I know my first year would be a challenge but my confidence is increasing with each passing call. Helping professionals through challenging times is what I’m wired to do at this point in my career and knowing I have an opportunity to positively impact that is meaningful to me.

    Anonymous, The Entrepreneur's Source Franchise Owner

    Overall Brand Rating:

    FSI

The Entrepreneur’s Source (TES) is a network of Career Transition Coaches that provide consulting, education, and guidance to people exploring self-employment through franchise opportunities. The goal is to ultimately help clients move confidently into their new career as a business owner.

Request Information
  • Min. Cash Required: $100,000
  • Net Worth Required: $199,000
  • Total Startup Investment: $114,350 - $125,950
  • Franchising Since: 1998
  • Franchise Units: 242

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