You’ve found a great (hopefully) franchise opportunity. You’ve talked to at least a dozen current franchisees. You’re starting to get excited about “the possibilities.” You haven’t been derailed by friends...
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Joel LibavaFranchise Report: 2014 Children’s Education-Related Franchises
I know first-hand, how difficult it can be for a pretty sizable amount of today’s students to totally comprehend their curriculum. My daughter recently graduated high school, and she didn’t excel in one of...
The Franchise Direct Top 100 Global Franchises
It’s that time of year, again. The team over at Franchise Direct has put together their annual Top 100 Global Franchises report. Franchise Direct puts a lot of time and effort into each and every report they do. A lot...
8 Free Information-Packed Franchise Reports That Really Shouldn’t Be Free
They should really be charging for the information-packed franchise reports that I’m going to point you to. But, they’re not. As a matter of fact, I’m going to get on Skype...
Being The Owner Of a Franchise For The First Time
Unless you embrace being uncomfortable, starting something new can be well…uncomfortable. Being the owner of a franchise for the first time is uncomfortable. I don’t see how it couldn’t be. Ya dig? ...
2013 Report On Food Franchises
The 2013 Franchise Direct Food Franchise Report was just released. If you’re interested in checking out the hottest segments in food franchising, this report is a must-read. Now, food franchise ownership isn’t for...
Coffee Shops: What Do Coffee Franchises Really Sell?
If you guessed freshly-brewed coffee…you’re wrong. You need to really think about this. That’s because the correct answer holds the key to the kingdom. Keep reading. Coffee Franchises Sell… Other things besides...
The Fast Food Workers Strike: Don’t Let It Mess With Your Head
In case you didn’t know, employees of McDonald’s Corp, Wendy’s Restaurants LLC, Burger King Worldwide Inc and several other fast food restaurants have vowed to walk off their jobs today in 50+ cities...
Automotive Franchises May Be Worth A Look
It may be worth it for you to look into automotive franchises. Don’t worry; I’ll tell you why. According to a report from R.L. Polk and Company, an automotive data and marketing solutions leader, American...
Stop Floundering Around
(Image courtesy of Flickr) There are thousands of franchise choices. It’s easy to flounder around. Set clear goals so you won’t flounder. So Many Choices I know that you’re trying to find a great franchise to buy...
For Women Only
(Wholesome Tummies Franchise Owners) Sorry, guys. This one’s not for you. This one is for women only. (He’ll get over it.) American Express Report According to a report commissioned by American...
The Top 100 Global Franchise Systems
They did it again. For the 5th year in a row, the team at Franchise Direct has gathered an incredible amount of data. This data-on The Top 100 Global Franchise Systems, includes everything you need to know about the...
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Top Franchise Food Service Business Industry Reports Now Available
(Courtesy of wfyurasko, on Flickr) Almost anyone can name a food franchise or three. They’re everywhere. And, because they’re found on just about every street corner in the US, a sizable number of people who...
Food Franchise Costs
Food franchises are still the most talked about sector in franchising. Most of the people that I’ve advised over the years have had food franchise ownership in their sights-especially at first. And, when I tell...
Senior Health Care: Franchise Report Shows Growth
The at-home medical care, (non-medical, too) sector in franchising has been exhibiting growth for the past few years. And unless you’ve been a hermit living somewhere in the High Plains, you’ve probably...
The Top 100
Around this time every year, Franchise Direct publishes its very own Top 100 Global Franchise rankings. It’s a huge undertaking, so please show your appreciation to the team at Franchise Direct-both here in the...
These Franchises Smell Good
Some franchise establishments have wonderful aromas that hit you right when you walk in. These great-smelling shops wield lots of power. They can potentially change the moods of their customers before they even dispense...
