End of a love affair: when franchise partnerships fall apart
Just like the end of a marriage, when a partnership between franchisees falls apart it can be emotionally and financially exhausting. But there are ways to limit the fallout
How franchising can reignite local communities
Franchising won’t just boost the economy – it could also be the key to regenerating local neighbourhoods
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?
What the founder of Apple can teach franchisors about mission statements
Franchisors are well-advised to take a note out of Steve Jobs’ handbook and sharpen up their mission statements
Great Scot: why franchising is taking off north of the border
Franchising is beginning to amass more of a following in fair Caledonia. But what will it take for Scotland to truly embrace the model?
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
