Franchise Articles

Browse our selection of franchise articles and features to help further your knowledge in opening and operating a franchise business. Our exclusive features cover the franchise growth, operations, legal, leadership, marketing, real estate, and technology site of the franchise business. Written by the editorial team that produces Franchise Update Magazine and Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine, the franchise industries premier magazines.

Singularly Diverse

One thing we've learned about Greg Cutchall over the years is that when it comes to his business dealings, he never sits still.

Kerry Pipes
6,885 Reads 12 Shares

Mass Migration?: Keeping Up With Today's Social Media Trends

Social media changes so quickly that during the course of writing this column Facebook became embroiled in an international privacy scandal, was dragged before the U.S. Congress, had millions of users delete their accounts.

Adam Pierno
8,815 Reads 7 Shares

The "Nesting is Investing" Trend is Driving Demand for Home Services Franchises

Owning a house comes with a lot of maintenance responsibilities. Not everyone has the time or knowhow needed to take care of them themselves and even if they do, they may feel it is worth paying to outsource the work so they can concentrate on what matters most to them such as their family, friends, work, or hobbies.

Emma Pearson
18,744 Reads 7 Shares

The 34 Most Creative Seasonal Recruiting Hacks for 2018

You need to get an early start on seasonal hiring. Here are 34 tips for getting great job applicants.

Liz Dillon
12,820 Reads 22 Shares

Report Finds Total U.S. Restaurant Count Dropped One Percent From Year Ago

Report Finds Chain Restaurants Growth Remains Steady While the Number of Independent Restaurants Declines During Past Year.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
3,958 Reads 3 Shares

Community Leadership: "We Give to Get, to Give Again"

For Alexander C. Johnson, giving back to his community is part of his nature. This second-generation franchisee is now paying it forward, sharing his know-how and leadership skills with the next generation as they navigate their way through the food and hospitality industry.

Helen Bond
9,742 Reads 56 Shares

Finders and Keepers: Retaining Employees in Today's Tight Job Market

So how do we do better? Especially today, in a time when record low unemployment and rising wages are prompting employees to at least consider improving their job situation, if not downright jumping ship.

Eddy Goldberg
8,083 Reads 23 Shares

4 Advantages Children and Education Services Franchises Provide

Child-focused franchises can offer affordability, work-life balance, and rewarding career opportunities.

Emma Pearson
18,328 Reads 45 Shares

Job Candidates Seek Functional Applications and Communication From Employers

Study Finds the Job Candidate Experience is a Critical Part of the Application and Hiring Process.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
6,509 Reads 44 Shares

Are Your Prepared for A Market Stall?

When you need credit to grow your company, look for alternative lending sources that could provide answers in this changing market.

Champ Rawls
8,077 Reads 4 Shares

Finding Good Vendors: What to look for when building vendor relationships

Vendors play a fundamental role in running a franchise business. They're essential partners to your success.

Kerry Pipes
90,170 Reads 41 Shares

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Dollars and Sense: Advice on Investing in International Expansion

Before investing in international franchising, read this first!

Joyce Mazero and Michael Seid
6,640 Reads 2 Shares

Sub Mission: Former NFL linebacker Aims for 100 Jersey Mike's

Angelo Crowell, a Jersey Mike's multi-unit franchisee, credits a sit-down with his big brother for his fast start to franchising success.

Helen Bond
25,880 Reads 82 Shares

Entrepreneur Magazine's Top 200 U.S. Franchises Growing Abroad

Entrepreneur ranks the top 200 U.S. brands looking to expand internationally

Eddy Goldberg
14,393 Reads 25 Shares

PE Firm Invests in 52 Club Planet Fitness Franchisee

Private Equity Firm Trilantic North America Invests in one of Largest Planet Fitness Franchisee Groups.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
9,887 Reads 6 Shares

Focus Brands Debuts Auntie Anne's in China, with Cinnabon Up Next

Consumers in China now have access to hand-rolled soft pretzels thanks to Auntie Anne's opening its first location in the country this summer -- and there are more to come.

Auntie Anne's
10,878 Reads 135 Shares

Area Representative On His Way To 10 Stores

Biggby Coffee South Carolina Multi-Unit Area Developer has a Plan for Growth.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
5,350 Reads 12 Shares

Retaining Franchise Employees

Retaining great employees is the key to success in franchising, or in any business for that matter. This is especially true in retail businesses, where your company is represented by the people who deal directly with your customers

Eddy Goldberg
73,468 Reads 62 Shares

Taking Care of Business: 2018 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference Gets it Done!

The annual Multi-Unit Franchising Conference drew more than 1,600 attendees to Las Vegas this past April.

Kerry Pipes & Eddy Goldberg
9,878 Reads 7 Shares

Franchise Partners Open Unique Multi-Branded Automotive Store

Florida franchisees operating first-of-its-kind four brand automotive care location.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
10,090 Reads 23 Shares

8 Things to Ask Before Investing in a Pet Franchise

If you’re thinking about investing in a pet franchise then these 8 questions are essential for you to ask.

Emma Pearson
17,521 Reads 18 Shares

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How To Grow Without Cannibalizing Your Sales

Proper planning and insight, along with an additional brand, can help grow your portfolio and drive sales.

Kendall Rawls
6,875 Reads 4 Shares

Training Tips from Successful Franchisees

Training employees can be challenging for new franchisees who have never operated their own business before. While they come to franchising with many valuable skills, training employees usually is not one of them.

Eddy Goldberg
75,348 Reads 98 Shares

2018 MVP Winners: These Multi-Unit Franchisees Show the Way

Selecting the winners for our annual Most Valuable Performer (MVP) Awards means analyzing applications submitted on behalf of some of the best multi-unit franchisees in the business.

Eddy Goldberg
11,365 Reads 155 Shares

Dunkin' Donuts Rolling Out its Store of the Future Design and Technologies

Dunkin' Donuts Unveils the Future with its 'Next Generation' Concept at Massachusetts Location.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
15,401 Reads 221 Shares

Americans Tendency to Work Too Much is Positively Impacting the Home Services Franchise Marketplace

The home services marketplace is estimated to be around $400 billion and there are no signs of its growth slowing down any time soon.

Emma Pearson
39,228 Reads 49 Shares

Franchise Operator Signs Multi-Unit, Multi-State Crunch Franchise Deal

Former Planet Fitness Multi-Unit Operator Signs on for 10 Crunch Locations in the Southeast.

Multi-Unit Franchisee
8,768 Reads 11 Shares

Training Franchise Employees: Essential ingredients for unit success

One of the challenges new franchisees face begins soon after the franchise agreement is signed: hiring and training employees. The success of each franchised unit depends on the quality and behavior of its employees.

Eddy Goldberg
84,061 Reads 88 Shares

Inflationary Times Ahead: Yet Franchises are Well-Positioned to Prosper

We are finally entering a cycle of higher inflation expectations. Is that good for franchising? That's not a trivial question as it can significantly affect unit performance and expansion decisions.