Franchise Business

Top 8 Franchise Startup Myths

Want to purchase a franchise? Don't fall victim to the "Top 8 Franchise Startup Myths" that catch many entrepreneurs off guard.

Franchising - A Safer Path for Entrepreneurs?

Some risks in business are necessary, but some are not. Franchising may be for some the path of least risk for reasons that are explained.

How Much Money Can You Make as a Franchisee?

When looking into a franchise opportunity, one of the toughest pieces of information to get from the franchisor is how much money you might make. But there are still ways to get this essential inform...

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Getting Smart about Franchising (Tips for Entrepreneurs podcast) Getting into a franchise chain could be the smartest thing you do as an entrepreneur. Find out from Jack Burris of the Franchise Business Review if you have what it takes pursue this path.
Driving the Franchise Business (Radio show) Tom Casey of the Human Bean created a chain that cuts out obstacles between coffee drinkers and their java. His unique franchise chain combines a cutting-edge concept at both the franchise and the retail level to make The Human Bean one of the hottest growing chains.
Choosing a Franchise Business : Product or Service? (Article) Besides choosing to franchise in the first place, your next biggest decision is whether to sell a product or a service. Here’s a road map for coming up with the best answer when choosing a franchise business.
Franchising to Grow your Business (Radio show) Jeff Sinelli, an expert on franchising to grow your business, discusses his creative perspective on competitive advantage and a unique methodology for growing your business.
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Franchisors - 3 More Ways to Check Them Out (Article) Franchisors - the second part of our article offers three more ways for franchisees to research a potential franchisor.
Crafting a Franchise-Friendly Business: Jeff Sinelli (Key Move) Jeff Sinelli is a veteran entrepreneur and restarateur, and he put that experience to work in building Which Wich?
Franchising: Filter Out the JUNK! (Radio show) Who would've imagined that investing $700 in a pickup truck would result in a $119 million business? We're talking with the man behind this vision - Brian Scudamore. Brian has proven that creating a successful start up doesn't require a huge investment. Discover how this entrepreneur turned a junk hauling business into the household-name franchise, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. If you are considering becoming a franchisee or franchisor, this show will help you filter out the junk and effectively utilize this business model.
Choosing a business? Why not skip the startup phase? (Article) So you want to be an entrepreneur, and you’re wondering “what’s the best business to start?” You may not have to start it up yourself – with the amount of turnover in businesses today, you could buy an existing operation that fits your interests. With some creative financing strategies, you might just be able to afford it.
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