Negotiating a lease is a lengthy process. To say that a lease, drafted by the landlord’s counsel, heavily favors the landlord is a huge understatement. However, there are important provisions that tenants can negotiate into a lease to protect their interests.

To be an extraordinary franchiser/ franchisee you must follow the rules of engagement. Here 8 rules to follow to be an extraordinary franchiser and franchisee.

Today’s razor thin profit margins have placed a critical importance on hiring the right people and retaining them. Many franchisees do not realize the true cost of hiring an employee or losing an employee.

Franchising is a powerful methodology used by businesses in more than 75 primary industries. But there’s one thing about franchising than many people overlook. It’s not for everyone; and it may not be for you.

Whether we realize it or not, everything we do in life and business is based on Behavioral Sciences. The mind bases decisions and activities on the intellectual part of making decisions that are best for us.

Foreign investors represent a huge pool of potential franchisees as the US immigration policies encourage certain types of foreign investors to invest in the US by offering investor class visa opportunities.

There are numerous factors involved in franchisee-franchisor fit one such marker being the stage of growth of a franchise system. There are five predictable stages of growth.

Considering adding a trade show to this year’s agenda? The following tips are designed to help franchisors make the most of these industry experiences.

All business owners need downtime and franchisees are no exception. The key is making sure you have all of your bases covered before you leave. Here’s what I learned if you really want to disconnect.