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Dec 31, 2015

Women in Franchising

Kelly’s kids had just gone off to college and there she was, alone at home. After all those years of being a stay-at-home mom, Kelly was starting to wonder if her decades-old business degree could...

Dec 25, 2015

Planning Your Franchise Business Plan

If you are unaccustomed to writing business plans, it may be useful to begin by thinking of it as what it is at the simplest level. It's your best guess of how the business will function given...

Dec 15, 2015

Considering a Franchise? Examine Yourself First

When you are considering self-employment for the first time and are looking at buying a franchise, make sure to distinguish between a product or experience you want to use and enjoy, and the work...

Dec 15, 2015

Essential research – Digging Into The Company

Your mission is to understand and research the franchise companies and industries that appeal to you. Obviously, you’re going to make sure that the tasks you will take on in running the business fit...

Dec 15, 2015

How to Plan your Franchise Marketing Plan

While you will likely buy into a business that already has a robust marketing and advertising platform, you may still find that doing some of your own will create the best results. As with...

Dec 15, 2015

Networking and Why it is so important

Networking supports your business and marketing plans by helping you to find clients, suppliers, and advocates for your goals. The best networks are natural, built of people who you know, like,...

Dec 15, 2015

Public Speaking

Like singing, public speaking is a performance. Your goal is to win opinion and to inspire action for your business or cause. Perhaps it's your business plan, and you are presenting it to a group of...

Dec 8, 2015

Can My Business Become a Franchise?

If you have a successful business and are looking to grow and distribute your product or service to more customers, then franchising may be a viable option. Franchising is a growth business model...

Dec 4, 2015

Three Things Honest Franchisors Will Never Say

Luckily for prospective franchisees, franchisors can’t just say what they think people want to hear. Local and federal governments regulate how franchisors conduct business, and the consequences...

Nov 8, 2015

Feel More Confident: Four Franchise Questions You...

One of the best resources you have during a franchise search is the existing franchisees. They know the business, have firsthand experience with the franchiser, and can provide valuable insight. The...

Oct 27, 2015

Franchise vs Start-Up

It is often said that starting a franchise business has its advantages, a proven business model, ongoing training and support, and an established brand. Here are a few more advantages that...

Oct 1, 2015

Should You Buy a Franchise or Get a Job?

Even though the concept of franchising was designed to make owning a business a reality for people who aren't able to start one on their own, it's become an opportunity for those who simply can't find...

Sep 29, 2015

Being a Mother is a Balancing Act

Just like elsewhere in the world, being a mother in Canada is a balancing act, especially if you would love to figure out a way to earn an income while largely remaining a stay-at-home mom....

Sep 17, 2015

Protecting Yourself with Commercial Lease...

Readers of our book, Negotiating Commercial Leases & Renewals, will learn (in part) that leasing commercial space is only one of the necessary components for an independent business owner or...

Aug 28, 2015

Understanding the Significance of Signage

Just joining an established franchise system isn’t enough to ensure business success and to have customers beat a path to your door … you need proper signage to help your customers actually find your...

Aug 26, 2015

Are Franchisee Fees Worth It? Here's What You Need...

If you’ve ever looked at a franchisee fee and raised your eyebrows, you’re not alone. Starting fees may range into several thousand dollars, and when you're making such a big decision, it's only...

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