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.

Malls - They're Not Only Not Dead, They've Come Back Better!

White paper from Placer.ai says the death of malls has been greatly exaggerated

Eddy Goldberg
6,521 Reads 8 Shares

One of Taco Bell's Biggest Operators to Open New Restaurant

Multi-brand franchisee with more than 300 locations opens new Taco Bell restaurant in Missouri

Kerry Pipes
9,440 Reads 13 Shares

Firehouse Subs Operators to Develop PayMore Locations

Husband-and-wife Firehouse Subs couple signs new 5-store development agreement with buy-sell-trade electronics retailer PayMore.

Kerry Pipes
8,453 Reads 36 Shares

Small Business Optimism Remains Low, Says Report

Latest NFIB Small Business Optimism Index report finds inflation remains top challenge for small business owners.

Kerry Pipes
6,088 Reads 10 Shares

Join Us in Vegas in April for the 2023 MUFC

The Chair of the 2023 Multi-Unit Franchising Conference looks forward to seeing you in Las Vegas next April!

8,437 Reads 48 Shares

Do Your Employees Really Know How to Listen to Customers?

Focus on these characteristics to make your employees outstanding listeners.

John DiJulius
7,167 Reads 6 Shares

Service Brands Continue Their Expansion in August

Service brand franchises continue to strike new deals across the U.S. in July

Eddy Goldberg
7,281 Reads 3 Shares

Tips for Veterans Considering Franchise Ownership

Tips from a veteran for veterans exploring buying a franchise

Tifton Coleman
7,480 Reads 13 Shares

2nd Biggest Captain D's Operator Opens New Location in Memphis

One of Captain D’s largest franchisees opens another location and signs a new 10-unit development agreement with the brand.

Kerry Pipes
8,630 Reads 5 Shares

Report Highlights Differences in How Employers and Employees View DEI

New restaurant industry report reveals awareness and perceived effectiveness of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs

Kerry Pipes
7,673 Reads 2 Shares

Rent Troubles Continued for Small Businesses in July

Alignable’s latest rent report finds rent delinquency rates for restaurants and retailers at their highest level of the year

Kerry Pipes
7,000 Reads 63 Shares

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History Lessons: Investing for the long haul

History shows that keeping a steady, patient hand on the tiller in stormy investment seas pays off in the long term

Carol Schleif
7,727 Reads 2 Shares

Why it's Important to Distinguish Between Leadership & Management

A high-level overview of the differences between leaders and managers.

Kendall Rawls
8,276 Reads 52 Shares

Largest Anytime Fitness Franchisee Sold to PE Firm

Private equity firm acquires the largest Anytime Fitness franchisee.

Kerry Pipes
14,325 Reads 15 Shares

Inflation Forcing Small Business Owners to Absorb Costs & Raise Prices

Study finds 3 out of 4 small business owners said inflation pressures are worsening

Kerry Pipes
6,668 Reads 8 Shares

Report Finds Small Business Hiring Slowing Down

Nearly half of small business operators put hiring on hold, while some even plan layoffs.

Kerry Pipes
7,655 Reads 2 Shares

Study Finds Consumers Sticking with Drive-Thru Ordering

Drive-thru popularity remains high even as restaurants open back up for dine-in services, says report.

Kerry Pipes
6,366 Reads 6 Shares

Engage with Candidates, Close More Deals!

4 essential tips on how to engage with franchisee candidates to close more deals

Art Coley
8,143 Reads 8 Shares

Lead Generation and Recruitment at The Camp Transformation Center

We asked Luis Font, Co-Founder of The Camp Transformation Center, how he has used innovation to enhance his brand’s lead generation and recruiting efforts.

Franchise Update Media
10,112 Reads 8 Shares

Service Brands Continue Their Expansion into July

Service brand franchises continue to strike new deals across the U.S. in July

Eddy Goldberg
7,249 Reads 8 Shares

How Mosquito Authority Is Using Social Media To Attract Quality Leads

We asked Matt Coffey, Director of Marketing at Mosquito Authority, what social media channels he’s finding most effective for attracting quality leads.