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Evaluating whether the right course of action is an external buy/sell or keeping it in the "family" with an internal buy/sell.
  • Champ Rawls
  • 1,328
A look at four children’s services franchise categories that offer great investment opportunities.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 1,500
Joye and Dave Griffin have always had a singularly focused mindset to succeed in the automotive world, dating back to their college days when they ran a car detailing business out of the back of Dave's pickup truck.
  • Helen Bond
  • 1,669
Access to capital continues to be one of the deepest challenges facing a competent, growth-minded multi-unit franchisee.
  • Rod Bristol
  • 2,135
Before expanding abroad, be sure you've considered these 6 pieces of advice
  • John Kersh
  • 1,991
Micro-franchising is a way to expand your brand internationally - and provide social good through economic development in LDCs.
  • Joyce Mazero
  • 1,787
Pokéworks teams up with Japan's Toridoll Holdings to accelerate international expansion
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 1,978
9Round kickboxing turns 10 and continues to grow internationally with 3 new overseas deals
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 1,567
Hiring great hourly employees can be difficult but is essential. Try these 6 questions to get better results.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 1,533
Canadian Franchise Group adds to its Portfolio with Purchase of SweetFrog Yogurt Brand.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 1,637
Bob Middleton has never been a status quo kind of guy. "I have always tried to improve and be the best I can," he says. "Having that mindset has created unexpected opportunities throughout my career.
  • Helen Bond
  • 2,039
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One of my close friends called me and said his son, who had recently graduated college, was looking for a good financial services firm he could do business with in the city where he was living.
  • John DiJulius
  • 5,243
Try these 5 easy and inexpensive ideas to help retain the best employees for the long haul.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 8,885
If You're Looking to Grow and Expand, You Should be Aware of the Leverage and Negotiation Flexibility in Franchise Agreements and Letters of Intent.
  • Kendall Rawls
  • 1,939
These 5 steps will help you determine whether or not a pet franchise is right for you.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 2,291
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
  • 1,936
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
  • 3,489
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
  • 3,752
You need to get an early start on seasonal hiring. Here are 34 tips for getting great job applicants.
  • Liz Dillon
  • 4,164
Report Finds Chain Restaurants Growth Remains Steady While the Number of Independent Restaurants Declines During Past Year.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 1,476
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
  • 2,795
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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
  • 2,114
Child-focused franchises can offer affordability, work-life balance, and rewarding career opportunities.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 2,329
Study Finds the Job Candidate Experience is a Critical Part of the Application and Hiring Process.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 2,469
When you need credit to grow your company, look for alternative lending sources that could provide answers in this changing market.
  • Champ Rawls
  • 1,419
Vendors play a fundamental role in running a franchise business. They're essential partners to your success.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 13,399
Before investing in international franchising, read this first!
  • Joyce Mazero and Michael Seid
  • 1,798
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
  • 3,799
Entrepreneur ranks the top 200 U.S. brands looking to expand internationally
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 4,561
Private Equity Firm Trilantic North America Invests in one of Largest Planet Fitness Franchisee Groups.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 2,344
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