Show Me the Money!
Yes, if you’re going to become an entrepreneur, it’ll require money. Where will you get the money to start? By Don Clayton
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01, 2022
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11, 2021
What the Heck is a Franchise Consultant? A System
A system is an organized framework or method. Follow a system and your chances of failure decrease dramatically. There’s a system to flying an aircraft, driving a car, programming a computer, and so on. By Don Clayton
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11, 2021
Alternative to College
I recently helped an 18-year-old begin his new franchise journey. He began at age 15 as the owner of a pressure-washing business and now after only a few short months in business, he’s off to a great start in the wonderful world of franchising! By Don Clayton
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09, 2021
The First Step
Patrick Laforet, a well-known Canadian franchise expert and author, recently quoted an excerpt from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: “Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” By Don Clayton
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04, 2021
HomeWell Care Services: A Young Entrepreneur Finds Freedom and Financial Success
Lou Romano Jr. earned his MBA from Iona College, New York, then followed a corporate path, working in the pharmaceutical industry and specializing in prescription marketing campaigns. But an entrepreneurial spirit compelled him to seek opportunities to own his own business. By Cindy Charette
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09, 2020
Children’s Services: Your Future and Theirs
As we transition from summer to fall and back to school, we know that there are a lot of unknowns about the future… But what we know is that our children, education and even the concept of continuous learning are the bright part of our tomorrows. By Dawn Abbamondi
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07, 2020
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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07, 2020
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
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05, 2020
Achieving Financial and Personal Rewards
Before launching their 360˚ Painting franchise last summer, Mack and Sharon Strange were unsure if their post-retirement collaboration was a good idea. Mack, a former minister, and Sharon, a former teacher, had differing managerial styles. But after almost one full year in business, their Nashville-based company is booming. By Jessica Jones
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05, 2020
Firing the Boss Meant Brighter Days
A decade ago, Darrin Baker was a construction worker performing excavations for bridges. But his work – and income – came to a halt each winter in his native Pacific Northwest where cold, wet weather made working conditions impossible. By Rochelle Miller