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In this post over at the SBA.gov Community Site, I have a way for you to get a leg up on your search for the right food franchise business; become a trend-watcher. For example, did you know that some fast casual franchises are serving, “Mini-treats?” Or, that there’s a new type of family demographi Read More

Starting a business after the age of 50 is obviously a lot like starting a business at any age. All companies pretty much have the same rules for achieving success -- find a new idea; treat customers well; deliver value; outpace the competition. Read More

One of the biggest men in the world...well, one of the largest men in the world, is a franchisee. Shaquille O'Neill owns a franchise business or two. Learn why this pro-basketball player is in business. Read More

Most of us think of men when we read about massive layoffs. But, lots of women get downsized from their jobs, too. Some want to be their own bosses. Most don't end up actually doing it though. Read More

Simon tells us how expanding your offerings through partnerships can allow you to create a one-stop-shop for your customers. Read More

Becoming the owner of a franchise type of business requires serious due diligence on the part of potential franchise owners. Learn just how important it is, here. Read More

In this post, the folks at Franchise Direct op-ed a bit on President Obama's State of The Union speech. The International Franchise Association sent the President a letter. Read about it. Read More

Attention potential buyers of franchises; if you're thinking of becoming the owner of a food-related franchise, there is something really important that you need to know. And, it kind of stinks... Read More

Executive search consultants make lots of phone calls to lots of corporate middle managers and executives. Did you ever get one? James Pennington did. He's featured in my new book on franchise ownership. Read about James, here. Read More

In my third guest column over at CNBC.com, I write about franchise research techniques. Franchise buyers have great access to information these days. It's just that the right questions have to be asked of the right people. Learn how. Read More