Have you just sold a business and want to go in a new direction? Are you recently retired but still want to be working? Are just yearning to be your own boss? Last question: Have you considered opening a franchise? Let’s look at why franchising... (Read More)

Understanding and figuring out healthcare options for your employees is no easy task. But in order to attract and retain the most qualified and talented employees, it's crucial to offer competitive healthcare benefits. No employee wants to take a... (Read More)

A lot of time and research is spent figuring out what customers want. From what they can afford to what they prefer, there are stats aplenty on how they shop, what they use to shop and how they rate businesses for loyalty, among many other metrics. ... (Read More)

Are you having trouble standing out from other nearby businesses? You may be overlooking something that could differentiate your business from all those other competitors: YOU. | You are the unique component of your business. After all, you're... (Read More)

Strategic planning. You've heard the term before, but what does it actually mean? And how does it apply to entrepreneurs? Put simply, the purpose of strategic planning is to establish a set of goals for your business or endeavor and then put a plan... (Read More)

As a franchise owner, one of your many jobs is to lead an effective team. A strong sense of collaboration and community in a workplace can make all the difference between an effective, efficient (not to mention, fun) dream team and an office... (Read More)

Franchise ownership is not always easy. The business can bring a lot of challenges and tasks to your plate. But how you embrace these challenges will ultimately shape the success of your business. Do you believe that your skills, intelligence... (Read More)

There are so many questions with owning a franchise and with that comes a lot of misinformation. f you’re going to be the owner of a franchise, it’s important to get the facts before you dive into the job. Take a look below at just a few of... (Read More)

Cybersecurity is as big of a threat to small businesses and franchises as it was in 2021, if not more, in 2022. Cyber security breaches cost businesses thousands of dollars each year and cybercriminals are getting more sophisticated and bold in... (Read More)

Owning your own business can be stressful at times. While the career is rewarding, you have a lot of responsibility on your hands! So it's understandable that you may have some negative thoughts at times. Whether we're thinking positively or... (Read More)