It is important that entrepreneurs carefully consider the many aspects of franchising before they become business owners. Of those considerations, cost often is high on the list. By Nancy E. Williams
Cindy Ali is a survivor of domestic violence and values the kindness of strangers and the importance of community. After leaving an abusive marriage, the single mom of three children found a new home in Denton, Texas. By Nancy E. Williams
During the 2022 International Franchise Association Convention in San Diego, VetFran hosted a seminar titled: “Winning the War for Talent.” Sponsored by USAA, this session brought together veterans, nonprofit leaders, and business owners. By Eric Johnson
Franchise Business Radio: Tune Into the Franchise Business Radio show to hear from Franchise Marketing Systems President, Chris Conner on steps to franchise your business, key reasons why franchising is a viable growth strategy and more.
No one gets excited over a complaint about their business, but smart entrepreneurs don’t get all twisted up either. It’s impossible to please everyone all of the time and, at some point or another, even the best companies are going to receive a criticism. What separates successful entrepreneurs from ones who are unsuccessful is how that comment is viewed and handled. By Alesia Visconti
Franchise Business Radio: This episode’s guests are Dave Keil, president and COO of Franworth, and Meg Roberts, an operating partner of Franworth and CEO of The Lash Lounge.
As Certified Franchise Consultants we listen and observe first, then plan. We work with individuals all over this great planet to become entrepreneurs through franchise ownership. Every Individual with whom we consult has different environments, backgrounds, lifestyle preferences, and investment levels. Therefore, it’s critical to listen more, speak less and plan accordingly. By Don Clayton
We hear it all the time: “Veterans are the best candidates for becoming a franchise owner because of the leadership, team work, understanding chain of command, motivation, ability to overcome adversity, and many other skills learned in the military.” By Jon P. Skroder
Veterans are taking up an increasing slice of the franchise market. Despite making up just under 8% of the U.S. population, they account for 15% (roughly one in every seven) U.S. franchise owners. By Sue Bennett
This has been an interesting and unexpected year, to say the least. But those of us that are business owners knew when we signed up that to be successful, we had to be prepared for the unexpected. This year has certainly tested that theory. By Tom Spadea