Franchise ownership undoubtedly changes lives. Identified as one of the most seamless and unproblematic ways to fulfill an entrepreneurial dream, the well-established path is commonly viewed as a doorway for those seeking to be their own boss – one that is ripe with opportunity and international recognition. By Jessica Jones
Keys are meant to open certain doors. For example, your house has a special key, and that specific key doesn’t open the door to your neighbor’s house. Likewise, my safety deposit box key doesn’t open Bill Gates’ safety deposit box. Too bad… lol. You see, every key fills a specific purpose, to unlock something. By Don Clayton
As with any year coming to an end, we look forward to what is coming next. Nothing could be truer as we approach the end of 2020. The question is, what to do? Furthermore, how to do it? If you are “stuck” in a job you don’t like, with people (even working virtually) you don’t like, it’s time for something you DO like. By Dawn Abbamondi
This year’s edition of Game Changers affirms that franchising is a robust thoroughfare to business ownership. Franchising has grown substantially because of new opportunities in various categories. Home-based businesses have taken 2020 by storm and don’t show signs of stopping anytime soon.
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
When considering franchise ownership, few activities will have as much of a long-term impact on your business as obtaining adequate financing. Cash is king in a new business, and it is advisable to over-capitalize to account for unforeseen issues, rather than find yourself struggling after being open a short time. By Sherri Seiber
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