Offering a wonderful opportunity for success through a proven system of operation and a built-in support network, franchise ownership can truly be considered a game changer. With a moderate capital investment, budding entrepreneurs can grow a business with plenty of recognition, often with a built-in customer base and demonstrated resources. By Jessica Petrucelli
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
FranServe, Inc., the largest franchise consulting and expansion organization in the world, was founded with one goal: to help others. And while the organization is changing people’s lives daily by helping aspiring entrepreneurs achieve their dreams of business ownership through franchising, FranServe is also changing people’s lives with a wealth of philanthropic endeavors. By Jessica
Veterans do extremely well as franchise owners. In my experience, I’ve found that the franchise community as a whole welcomes veterans and is appreciative of prior military service and the dedication and self-discipline that goes along with it. By Alesia Visconti
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
According to recent data from the research firm Franchise Business Review, 32% of all new franchises opened in the past 24 months are women-owned – a promising surge that serves as a good predictor for the future of franchising. By Jessica Jones
This is a wonderful time for women to become franchise owners. Female ownership is on the rise and will continue to be. There are diverse opportunities for women across all sectors, and we see women who have been held back in corporate life able to excel in franchise ownership – without restrictions! By Alesia Visconti
Sometimes we can be so focused on the “what if’s,” we cannot see the potential in any opportunity set before us. What if this or what if that? How about this one: What if you’re successful beyond your imagination? By Don Clayton
“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” That’s the philosophy that Alesia Visconti adopted this year while planning and executing the annual FranServe convention, which was restructured out of an abundance of COVID precaution. By Jessica Jones
Recently, I received emails from excited entrepreneurs who are hesitant and unsure about getting started. Robbie asked if now is the best time to own a franchise, Laurette asked when the best time is to buy a franchise, and Ken asked if he should get a franchise now or wait things out. By Alesia Visconti