More than 5,600 veterans have become franchisees in the past four years, according to the International Franchise Association. That’s thanks in no small part to the organization’s VetFran program, through which some 650 member companies offer discounts, mentorship and training to veterans seeking to become business owners. The initiative has […]
Read more5 Types of People for a Home-Based Business Franchise Finding the right franchise opportunity is the first challenge for any potential franchisee. There is a little something for every type of businessperson. Even within industries, there is excellent variety. For instance, the home services industry has proved to be extremely popular with […]
Read moreFranchise Ownership can change your life. I talk to lots of people over 50 that are looking at business ownership options because priorities in life change. They want more control, work/life balance, and to create wealth and a legacy for themselves. Of all the reasons to start at business after […]
Read moreFranchise Growth Continues – Work from Home Opportunity offers Low Start UP The first quarter of 2019 is now in the books and the momentum for franchise growth and prosperity has continued from last year. Several large franchise conventions have taken place over the first several months of the year, […]
Read moreEntrepreneurship comes with a host of challenges. Rewarding challenges, but harsh challenges nonetheless. Experienced entrepreneurs have to deal with this no matter how long they’ve been in business — trying to establish a brand, adjust to match or exceed the competition and keep your business profitable is a challenge no […]
Read more10 Traits of a Successful Franchisee 1. Leader / Communicator. Successful franchisees are typically successful leaders. A great leader is someone who is influential, with good decision-making and, most importantly, excellent communication skills which are necessary for leading and motivating staff as well as ensuring that the franchise provides top-notch […]
Read moreFranchise ownership is a rewarding venture, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t risks attached to those rewards. Many people worry about how life will change and whether they will succeed when buying a franchise. If these worries have ever crossed your mind, you’re far from alone. Despite the worry of […]
Read more7 Steps to becoming your own boss and Working from Home Is being your own boss the right choice for you? Working in your pajamas, setting your own hours, having good coffee at your desk for a change… there are lots of reasons people dream of leaving the traditional workplace […]
Read moreIf you’re thinking about going into business for yourself, you’ve probably heard a million reasons why you shouldn’t do it. You’ll lose money, you’ll become a workhorse, your social life will cease to exist, and so on. But, even with these possibilities, people are still magnetically drawn to entrepreneurship. There […]
Read moreSo you’ve made the leap to business ownership – very exciting! By now you’ve realized it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind and lose sight of the big picture. Sometimes you even forget the reasons you started your own business. Here are 5 New Years resolution suggestions […]
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