Franchise Articles

Apr 28, 2017

Building Strong Franchise Relations

Franchise relations is used to refer to the state of the relationship between a franchisor and its franchisees, which can range from positive to negative. The level of franchise relations is one...

Apr 27, 2017

Vital Steps When Purchasing A Franchise

1. Current Franchisees, Your Best Source Of Information About the Franchisor. The best source of information about a franchise system is its franchisees. In the Franchise Disclosure...

Apr 26, 2017

Safety Culture: The Importance of Developing and...

It is inevitable that in any business with employees, there will be workplace incidents and injuries. Though safety may be one of the least glamorous aspects of operating a business, proper...

Apr 21, 2017

Buying vs. Leasing Commercial Space: Pros and Cons...

As we explain in our new book, Negotiating Commercial Leases & Renewals FOR DUMMIES, the most common reason tenants lease space instead of buying a location is because of availability – or a...

Apr 20, 2017

3 Hiring Tips for Your Franchise Location

No matter what type of new franchise opportunity you plan to purchase, the number one factor in determining your success will be your employees. Great employees are going to ensure repeat...

Apr 19, 2017

The Ultimate Small Business Start-Up

Franchising could be viewed as the ultimate business startup—the business units are small enough to provide local goods and services yet large enough to provide efficiency and profitability. Most...

Apr 14, 2017

Is April A Franchise Awarding Advantage or...

As most people know, franchises are governed by Federal Law. (see 16 CFR 436 et seq.) Franchisors comply with that law by providing the Federal Disclosure Document which must be updated annually...

Apr 12, 2017

Spontaneous Hospitality

Lately there has been a lot written about companies attempting to improve their business by upgrading the consumer experience. Especially retailers threatened by on-line shopping, and restaurant...

Apr 7, 2017

Try These Social Media Tips to Spruce Up Your...

Online marketing after the holidays may seem like a difficult task for business owners and marketers, but it doesn't have to be. The dreaded winter blues should only affect those who do not have...

Apr 6, 2017

Local Marketing Tips to Promote Your Franchise

So, you’ve recently purchased a franchise (congratulations!), but you’re probably thinking: now what? If that’s the case, then we’d like to take this opportunity to help you promote your...

Apr 6, 2017

The ABCs of Franchise Sales

A quality process yields predictable results, that much we know. And, it’s no different in franchising. Every component of a franchise sales process is designed to fulfill a specific goal, the...

Apr 5, 2017

4 Key Considerations for Engaging Websites

You already know just how important a web presence is in the franchising world – it is the ‘face’ of your company, and often the only touchpoint you have with your customers. Therefore you need...

Apr 4, 2017

VaporFi Launches New Franchise Business in...

E-cigarette brand VaporFi recently opened another franchise business location in Virginia. The newest store is in Roanoke on Williamson Road, and this one-stop shop for vapers features more than...

Mar 31, 2017

Are You Prepared? FLSA Class and Collective Action...

One of the greatest risks of financial exposure for a franchisee owner is the risk of class and collective action litigation. Particularly, there is increasing focus and attention on collective...

Mar 30, 2017

Why Franchising is a Great Second Career

If you’re looking for a franchise for sale on our website that will end up serving as your second career, you’re not alone. In a time where thousands of people are being laid off in companies all...

Mar 29, 2017

Know Your Sweet Spots

“Do you know who Sweet Spot customers are?” That’s the question I often open with when I present to franchisees. Some people immediately nod their head. Most folks, though, sort of look...

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