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July/August 2020 Articles
Departments
WaterStation Technology Provides a Healthy, Bottleless Source of Water
The need for such pure, safe, conveniently dispensed drinking water has never been greater, especially with the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, which posed challenges for consumers used to getting bottled water or water deliveries at their homes. WaterStation Technology provides an alternative that’s not only reliable and convenient, but also a healthier choice. By Jessica Jones
Pivoting With Precision Brings Explosive Success
COVID-19 hit and Ryan Combe instantly lost 80% of his clients from his previous company. He was faced with making an immediate change. Combe did what he does best – he rolled up his sleeves and worked diligently to find a solution and to push forward. By Rose Mango
Franchisee of the Month: Nick & Tessia Pash
Nick and Tessia Pash were no strangers to home renovations. The Michigan couple had been flipping investment properties for years. They enjoyed the business and design aspects of their projects and decided to turn what then was a sideline into something more. By Nancy E. Williams
Profit and Fun With No Rules and No Royalties
Because it is an alliance, rather than a traditional franchise, Signworld Business Partners requires no royalties and imposes no rules – but does provide robust training and ongoing support, as well as state-of-the-art equipment. By Nancy E. Williams
Focus on Growth with Incentives for Multi-Unit Owners
While the world experiences recession, essential franchises, like Meineke Car Care Centers, are undergoing a period of growth. By Jessica Jones
Delivering Compassionate Care & Helping Clients Remain Independent
Home Helpers Home Care has created an all-inclusive, customizable package of services called Cared-4, which covers four areas of service: 24-hour monitoring; care and companionship; wellness calls and medication reminders; and meal delivery and nutritional planning. By Cindy Charette
Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder
With years of success as a franchise owner in the restaurant industry and a background in the corporate, retail, and hospitality environments, Mo Pandoria never expected his greatest success would be in the beauty business. By Rochelle Miller
Your Path to a Healthier, Happier You
If you’ve considered owning your own business, but only if you could make a difference in other people’s lives, now is your chance. The country needs leadership today, probably more than ever, to support local communities. By Dawn Abbamondi
Passion Paired with an Innovative Concept Drive MADabolic
The $30 billion health and fitness industry in the U.S. has been growing by at least 3% to 4% annually for the last 10 years and shows no sign of slowing down, according to the International Health, Racquet and Sportsclub Association (IHRSA). If anything, the industry’s growth is expected to accelerate. By Rose Mango
Covering All Areas of Wellness with Three Levels of Care
According to David Giacobbo, president and CEO of One You Love Homecare, the average age of its clients is 80 years, and many need companion, personal or comprehensive care. By Cindy Charette
Finding a Complete Continuum of Care
Mary Ann Stallings, CEO and founder of Bridge to Better Living, is delighted when the clients her team and she help place in assisted-living facilities show an improvement in health. This is a direct result of the teams’ dedicated commitment to finding the perfect arrangements for their clients. By Cindy Charette
Franchise Success Measured In Pounds
Being overweight doesn’t only mean not looking svelte in last year’s swimsuit or not fitting into your favorite pair of jeans. It also can lead to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes or stroke. With more than 42% of Americans classified as obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the demand for healthy weight-loss programs is increasing. By Rochelle Miller
Every Season is a Busy Season
Summer fun and sunglasses often go together, but with 75% of Americans wearing prescription eyewear, optical stores are busy all year long. In fact, corrective lenses are at the heart of a booming $32 billion industry. By Rochelle Miller
A Day in the Life of a Challenge Island Franchisee
Tia Sukenik is realizing entrepreneurial success as a franchise owner of Challenge Island, an educational program that brings fun to children while enhancing their skills in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM). By Rochelle Miller
Getting to Know Island Fin Poké’s Mark Setterington
You don’t have to travel to the islands for authentic Hawaiian- and Caribbean-style poké, created from the freshest, most memorable ingredients. From farm to fork, Island Fin Poké uses only the highest quality, never-frozen fish, produce and other ingredients, with no preservatives, artificial colors or sweeteners to create delicious healthy meals, many of which are gluten-free. By Cindy Charette
A 180˚ Career Change was the Right Choice
Jim Norconk spent most of his career in the field of substance-abuse treatment. Launching his profession as a clinical technician before earning his master’s degree and advancing to therapist, the North Carolina resident most recently moved into the operations side of the business, building and maintaining treatment facilities for the better part of a decade. But Norconk became maxed out. By Jessica Jones
Thriving as Partners in Both Marriage and Business
James and Frank Boswell have been successful as partners not only in marriage but also in business. James, an active serviceman in the U.S. Navy, and Frank, a professional interpreter for the deaf, are also franchise owners. The couple owns and operates three pet-grooming units in the Houston area for Aussie Pet Mobile. By Rochelle Miller
Leading the Outdoor Dining Trend
With a growing demand for al fresco dining throughout the United States, the timing couldn’t be better to consider a franchise opportunity with outdoor dining options already built into several of its proven business models. By Rochelle Miller
Features
The Sky is the Limit
Charles Bonfiglio, president, CEO and founder of Tint World Automotive Styling Centers, shares some important advice on how to use franchise systems and turnkey processes to become a better business leader. By Cindy Charette
Senior Helpers Is and Always Will Be Essential
Senior Helpers is a leading provider of quality, compassionate, in-home care and assistance for the elderly. With offices throughout the country and around the world, they provide a comprehensive range of services to help facilitate comfortable and independent in-home living. By Nancy E. Williams
Making Neighborhoods Beautiful All Across the Country
The home improvement Industry has been the go-to during the latest shut-in. People have had a great deal of time to look at their homes and begin exploring ways to beautify them. By Rose Mango
FASTSIGNS Provides Tools to Succeed Even Through Trying Times
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed challenges to business owners in all industries around the world. And while the business landscape continues to change rapidly and dramatically, one thing has remained constant: the need for businesses to communicate with consumers. FASTSIGNS International, Inc. has helped its franchisees in fulfilling the needs of their business clients by providing signs, graphics, digital signs, décor graphics and more. By Jessica Jones
An Easy Transition from Employee to Owner
Tina Paine always wanted to open her own business, but life got in the way. Supporting a daughter in college and assisting in caring for an elderly mother who was living with the family required much of her time and resources. By Nancy E. Williams
Launching During a Pandemic: How a BrightStar Care Owner Prevailed
The timing of Ari Tiktin’s BrightStar Care opening was not ideal. Two weeks after New Jersey’s governor approved sweeping restrictions in response to Covid-19, Tiktin acquired the franchise serving Passaic County and western Bergen County, New Jersey, just miles from Manhattan. By Jessica Jones
Coming in October: 50 Women Of Wonder!
Nominate your favorite women In franchising for our annual WOW: 50 Women of Wonder issue! By Rose Mango
The Glass Guru Franchise Adds New Location in Texas
The Glass Guru franchise recently welcomed its newest franchise owners into its network of 75-plus franchise locations in North America. The Glass Guru of Tyler, Texas, also marks the organization’s 11th location in that state.
Shop Talk
Succe$$ Tips: Yes or No
The average adult makes 35,000 decisions a day. I think the average entrepreneur may make twice that number! OK, 70,000 decisions a day might be a bit of an exaggeration, but it certainly feels like it. That’s because every decision entrepreneurs make has a rippling effect that usually impacts personnel, operations, customers, and the entire business. By Alesia Visconti
Legal: Conflict Resolution
Ideally, people buy a franchise because they believe in the franchisor and the system, so it stands to reason that they would be eager to follow that system for the benefit of all. Unfortunately, it won’t come as shock to most franchisors to hear that it doesn’t always transpire exactly as planned. By Tom Spadea
Look and Feel Great with a Personal Care & Wellness Franchise
The global personal care and wellness market is on the rise. The Global Wellness Institute values the wellness industry at $4.5 trillion worldwide, with personal care, beauty, and the spa economy accounting for $1.2 trillion. By Sue Bennett
Best Practices for the Chief Everything Officer
CEOs of most middle- and large-sized companies rely on a leadership team of experienced managers to help them succeed. As a small-business owner, you don’t have the luxury of hiring managers to focus on Human Resources, Sales, Marketing, Finance or even Operations. You are in charge of everything associated with your business. By Chris Mangum
Determining a Funding Strategy with your Partner
Going into business with your spouse or partner can be a lucrative and rewarding experience that strengthens your relationship. If you’re in a long-term relationship, you already know that teamwork is of the utmost importance. The need for teamwork is especially important when determining the funding strategy for your new franchise or small business. By Sherri Seiber
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