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When I first went to China in late 1982 there were no foreign brands operating in the country, and everyone wore Mao jackets and rode a bicycle. The term "middle-class consumer" did not apply. People shopped at government-owned stores and street vendors.
  • Bill Edwards
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It's always a great time to get into franchising. Yet for entrepreneurs seeking to start and build their own business, some times are better than others to consider franchising as the vehicle for attaining their personal and business goals.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 27,979 Reads 58 Shares
On March 4, 2001, the UNC Greensboro men's basketball team won its first Southern Conference championship when David Schuck made a layup at the buzzer. The team went on to play in the NCAA Tournament that year.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 17,462 Reads 342 Shares
It's possible to find great employees - and keep them. Strategies and techniques will be the focus of a session at the Multi-Unit Franchising Conference in April.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 14,261 Reads 110 Shares
Why it's important to consider current trends and map out what your own future will look like, for the sake of your organization and your people.
  • Kendall Rawls
  • 12,976 Reads 16 Shares
Trouble connecting with Millennials? Try Instagram and Snapchat!
  • Shawna Ford
  • 14,511 Reads 6 Shares
Social media marketing news you can use. This week: 1) 6 email marketing experts predict what's ahead in 2018; and 2) introducing the Consumer Marketing Technology Roundup, featuring news briefs about ordering kiosks from Diebold Nixdorf, new ways to market from Google AdWords, LevelUp's new Broadcast service, and Toast and SpeedETab teaming up to offer native mobile ordering for restaurants.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 12,674 Reads 2 Shares
In a pivotal year with women's issues at the forefront and in the headlines for the wrong reasons, we've dedicated this issue and cover story to women who have persevered through obstacles of all kinds, made their way to the top of their profession as franchise executives, and who have set a positive example in the world of business and the world in general.
  • Sara Wykes
  • 17,118 Reads 42 Shares
We ended our previous discussion of service concepts with the point that many of these businesses are based on customers making the choice to trade money (surplus) for time (deficit). The example we used was maid services, where time-starved customers spend money to buy time they can spend with their family and friends.
  • Eddy Goldberg
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Kris Brown kicked his way through 12 seasons in the NFL. The former University of Nebraska standout and two-time National Champion was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1999.
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 22,540 Reads 39 Shares
Four tactics that will help you get out there, find time to promote your business, and let people know you're there
  • Robert Job
  • 16,696 Reads 30 Shares
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Multi-unit franchisee with more than a decade of food service experience is bringing new Captain D's restaurant to St. Louis area.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 19,604 Reads 2 Shares
You've read about senior care franchising, know franchising offers many benefits over starting a business from scratch, and have decided franchising is the way to finally be your own boss.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 43,788 Reads 565 Shares
New rule will spread franchise fee reporting over the life of the contract
  • Richard Pawlowski
  • 14,326 Reads 26 Shares
So many good things are happening so quickly in franchising these days, it's hard to keep up (even for us!). So welcome to "Good News!" - our monthly roundup of franchise growth, finance, international expansion, milestones, and other positive news from franchisors large, medium, and emerging.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 11,542 Reads 2 Shares
We are considering a number of options as we work toward our 2018 franchise development goals, focusing primarily on zeroing in on what is working and switching up the approaches that are not.
  • Franchise Update
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When you first consider franchising as a business model, one of the choices that arises is which type of business, in which sector, suits you best. One basic choice to make is goods or service; another is retail or home-based.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 38,285 Reads 20 Shares
For decades now, franchised concepts have attracted consumers and investors alike, who often feel compelled by one simple notion: they know what they are going to get. Whether it's a familiar menu or a stable cash flow, recognizable brands put people at ease.
  • Dean Zuccarello
  • 13,340 Reads 3 Shares
Former Silicon Valley Tech Executive has Become a Successful Multi-Unit Operator and is on the Grow with the Opening of his Newest Great Clips Location.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 15,668 Reads 30 Shares
Understand the ways in which you influence the motivations, behavior, and productivity of your team members and you can better lead by example.
  • Kendall Rawls
  • 16,653 Reads 23 Shares
If you feel like a car doing a burnout in your current job and are dreaming of being your own boss, investing in an automotive franchise may be just the ticket.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 52,816 Reads 1,183 Shares
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How Jamba Juice's CMO is using consumer data and insights to lead the 28-year-old brand into the future
  • Kerry Pipes
  • 17,142 Reads 4 Shares
Breadsmith's marketing manager outlines plans for using social media for local marketing in 2018
  • Jason Van Acker
  • 13,801 Reads 47 Shares
The focus of our 2017 consumer marketing campaign has been to earn patient trust by showcasing our genuine commitment to eye care. We have done this by leveraging storytelling that depicts the moments when people need us most.
  • Franchise Update
  • 13,351 Reads 12 Shares
In the previous article, we discussed the obstacles involved in becoming a retail franchisee. This time we examine what traits and attributes franchisors with retail concepts look for in their franchisee prospects and candidates.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 33,100 Reads 1 Shares
Here comes 2018, and we’re starting the year in our usual way: with our “Mega 99” list of the largest U.S. franchisees, ranked by total number of units.
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 14,365 Reads 24 Shares
Arby's Restaurant Group Acquires Buffalo Wild Wings and Forms New Inspire Brands.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 17,856 Reads 6 Shares
Top Massage Producer Becomes Area Representative for Dallas and Will Lead The Brand's Regional Franchise Development Efforts in the Market.
  • Multi-Unit Franchisee
  • 12,522 Reads 36 Shares
Market demand for fitness franchises is strong. One out of every five Americans is paying for a gym membership.
  • Emma Pearson
  • 42,350 Reads 465 Shares
After years of pursuing single-unit operators, Massage Envy is shifting to multi-unit recruitment
  • Rick Howard
  • 18,401 Reads 104 Shares
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