Franchises of the Rich & Famous

Franchises of the Rich & Famous

If anyone’s primed to prosper in today’s economy, financial savvy is a must – and our beloved public figures are not exempt. In fact, many of them have turned to franchising as a means of ensuring economic growth long after the glitz and glamour of celebrity life...
Mirror, Mirror: See Yourself in Franchising

Mirror, Mirror: See Yourself in Franchising

What if there was more to life than being overworked and underpaid – plowing mindlessly through mundane work just to reach another weekend that will end all too soon? Somewhere between scraps of a shared dream at the water cooler and that business plan you re-visit...
3 Mistakes to Avoid When Researching Your First Franchise

3 Mistakes to Avoid When Researching Your First Franchise

Another title for this article could be “How can I help my odds of not losing money?” In keeping with this negative slant, here are three things not to do. But, you can turn them into positives by following my advice. I advocated in my last e-newsletter that you first...
Finding the Right Franchise Fit

Finding the Right Franchise Fit

Finding your best franchise is akin to finding the best, most comfortable shoes when you have problem feet. It takes lots of shopping around and try-ons to get the right fit. Where do you start in your search process? First, you need to assess yourself to see if you...
The Attraction Principles of Franchises

The Attraction Principles of Franchises

For me, one of the biggest attractions for owning a franchise is that you can switch gears—and careers—with little hassle or time expended.  For example, let’s imagine that you’re a receptionist in a large corporation or a school principal in a junior high school. You...