One common dream of those who want to be their own boss is working from home. And it can give business professionals the flexibility so many only dream of. No longer are you gone from morning to evening five days or more a week. Instead, you get to... (Read More)
Summer is a great time to get out and grow your small business. With the warm weather, long days and bright sun to boost your spirits, there isn't a better season to get out and let others know why your business is the best in the industry.
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According to the International Franchise Association, the franchise industry is set to grow by 1.7% in 2016, resulting in almost 800,000 franchises in the U.S. With the continued growth and success of the franchise sector, opening a franchise is... (Read More)
You may have heard that you should find a franchise that you can be passionate about. Something that you love and will have no problem putting your heart and soul into. But how many different options are there really? Some people may only think of... (Read More)
Many elements come into play when it comes to business success. But a vital component for a successful franchise and business is customer service. Here are a few simple suggestions you can apply (or improve on if you already do them) to help your... (Read More)
Many people who dream of being their own boss cite the opportunity to work from home as a big motivator. Did you know there are many franchise opportunities that allow you to do so?
When you are ready to take that step, one of the first things... (Read More)
If you are thinking about starting your own business, have you decided on what kind of business model you are going to use? In short, a business model is a company's plan of how it is going to be successful and make money. There are many different... (Read More)
Just because you own your own business or franchise doesn't mean you can get by without doing spring cleaning. It actually means you have to do double. Not only do you have to deep clean your business's physical establishment, but you also have to... (Read More)
Are you ready to be your own boss? If you are considering a franchise, here are a few franchising basics to get you started:
The IFA defines a franchise as, "the agreement or license between two legally independent parties which gives a person... (Read More)
Franchise owners do it all. They take care of everything from the bookkeeping to the cleaning. One large part of being a franchise owner (or a small business owner) is hiring the right people to work alongside you. Today we want to focus on one of... (Read More)