How franchising with family can bring in a small fortune
Starting a business with your relatives may sound tempting but it’s important to maintain a healthy division between the personal and the professional
Franchise territories: is exclusivity always best?
Territories are part and parcel of the franchising industry. But some franchisors have a less rigid approach than others
A franchise development manager can lend a helping hand
Once a franchise is up and running, a franchisor might look to add a franchise development manager to their team. But when’s the best time to hire?
Pilot schemes can help a franchise take flight
Any company taking its first steps into franchising needs to ensure its model is foolproof from the outset. That’s why many franchises launch pilot schemes to help set them on the right course
Franchising can be a fresh start for the recently redundant
It’s never nice to be let go by an employer but for those who have since turned to franchising, redundancy has proven a blessing in disguise
Why do certain sectors favour franchising?
Whilst franchising is a very flexible model, there’s no hiding from the fact that it has achieved particular success in specific sectors. So what’s driving success in these industries?
Franchise resales: thriving opportunities for experienced businesspeople
Whilst new franchise territories are a great fit for trailblazing entrepreneurs, a franchise resale gives established business figures something to really get their teeth into
Skills gap: the differences between business ownership and franchising
Making the move into franchising can be an easy decision for business owners looking to ramp up their company’s growth. But it often means adding a few new skills to their repertoire
Franchising can help food businesses serve up success
Many of the world’s biggest food chains have used franchising to build their brand. So why do food and franchising so often go hand in hand?
Why health and fitness franchises are proving a good fit for franchisees
Franchises in the health and fitness sectors offer more than just a commercial opportunity; franchisees are able to make a positive difference in the lives of others whilst making a living
