Janice Durant, a FranServe Certified Franchise Consultant, recently saw a mural that read: “This is Living!” while on a cruise. That instantly got her creative juices flowing and she later posted on social media that people desire “Not just a vacation. Not just a break. But a life truly lived on their terms.” By Don Clayton
More than three years ago, Alesia Visconti, CEO and President of FranServe, Inc., the world’s largest franchise consulting firm, coined the term “life-work balance.” In fact, she felt so strongly that life should come before work that she added it as a core value for FranServe. With the world busier than ever, now is a great time to revisit the definition of life-work balance and explore strategies to maintain it. By Nancy E. Williams
Entrepreneurs today are looking for more than just a profitable business; they want purpose, impact and a way to contribute positively to their communities. Community-focused and environmentally friendly franchises are really taking off because they offer franchisees the chance to build successful businesses while making a difference. These franchises prioritize sustainability, social responsibility and service, aligning with the growing consumer demand for ethical and eco-conscious businesses. By Rose Mango
After learning that Domino’s franchises promoted from within, Matthew Esterline began delivering pizza at the age of 25 in hopes of working his way up to manager and eventually franchisee. By Jessica Petrucelli
Is free really free? I mean you can take free public transportation or you could invest in a car! Yet free is free, right? Just because something is free doesn’t mean there aren’t costs. Free public transportation means you have to ride along with people you may not like. Free public transit means you’re on their schedule, not yours. Most importantly when you travel free, you’re limited on where and how far you can go! By Don Clayton
When Alex Sabbagh started his career in the staffing and recruiting industry, he quickly developed a passion for matching people with great job opportunities and careers. So, when he was presented with an opportunity to work as part of the franchise development team for a leading company in the commercial cleaning space, he jumped at the chance. By Jessica Petrucelli
After working as a real estate investor for more than a decade, buying and selling properties and brokering thousands of deals, Jeff O’Shea was ready to take the next step in his career and become an entrepreneur. Unfortunately, when he began researching franchise opportunities to find a company that matched his skill set, he didn’t have much luck. By Jessica Petrucelli
FranServe recently added a self-described networking queen as a certified franchise consultant. Her name is Toni Harris Taylor and she will soon become one of our top-producing consultants creating franchise entrepreneurs worldwide. By Don Clayton
For FranServe Affiliate Franchise Consultants, being a part of the world’s largest franchise consulting and expansion organization is already something to be excited about. The fact that it’s also a home-based business is the icing on the cake! In keeping with Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s February special section; Mobile + Home-based Franchising, three consultants were asked to share their thoughts about having a home-based business. By Nancy E. Williams
For many entrepreneurs seeking a fresh start away from the confines of corporate America, mobile and home-based franchises offer an exciting refuge. These flexible business opportunities have surged in popularity over the past few years, presenting a remarkable array of choices that cater to diverse passions and skill sets. By Rose Mango