Individuals looking to franchise their business should start the process by building a realistic financial model. This article provides a blueprint for franchising a business with an emphasis on the importance of using a realistic and conservative financial model Read More
We reviewed franchise concepts in two of the fastest growing industry segments, home healthcare and personal fitness. Using specific indicators we came up with ten franchises that met our guidelines. Read this article to see the franchises that made the list and to learn how they were chosen Read More
Franchising is about teamwork and relationship. In relationship you will encounter frictions, somehow. Here is my view on how to solve franchise disputes Read More
It's been said that you don't buy a franchise to get rich, you do it to get the experience of running a business. Really? Before you invest a dime, here's an overview of what your life is about to involve, including supply chains, royalties, disclosures, and contrac Read More
Investing in the right franchise opportunity requires the gathering and analyzing of a great deal of information. Choosing a franchise based upon current or short term trends should not be the criteria. The demand for products or services during the next decade is more important. This article provides a look into the future and where the best franchise opportunities will be. Some of these may surprise you Read More
It's really ok to say no. As a matter of fact, I think that it's perfectly ok to say that you're just not interested in the franchise business concept that you thought you were interested in. Hey, it happens; you... Read More
One of my first posts on this blog was about my frustrations with eBay. I decided it's now time to balance things out. Here are some pros of eBay for sellers and buyers Read More
A question many of new entrepreneurs have: How to start? Franchising might offer you a good place to starting up - a place to learn. A small business school Read More
There are over 30 Senior Care Franchise offerings in the US alone. 30! All 30 of these franchises have one thing in common. (Besides the fact that that their franchise owners service the senior market) They all require heavy outbound... Read More
National franchises have become lenders of last resort to maintain growth in a time of tight credit. Read how the lending climate for franchisees has changed and how franchisers are playing a larger role in funding franchisees Read More
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David Siteman Garland: Building a Community

When David Siteman Garland launched his online community and TV show, he had very few fans. "Back then only my … More
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