How empowering women in business is indicative of a not-so-quiet revolution
Pip Wilkins, CEO of the bfa, explains how franchising is enabling women to reach for the stars
Is there such a thing as too much support?
Yes, franchisors should support their new franchisees. However, too much hand-holding can be bad for the entire network
Why franchising your business is a sensible option
Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association, explains the benefits of franchising to scale your business
Can you trust so-called business advisors when it comes to running a franchise?
Nigel Toplis is very sceptical when dealing with experts in the business of advising how to run a business when by and large they’ve never run a traditional company or a franchise. Still he admits it can be necessary sometimes
A quick guide on how to avoid the post-show blues
Going to a franchise exhibition is an exciting experience. But don’t do it on the fly really think things through to get the most out of it
This is what you can expect when you launch a franchise
Franchising may be a safe way to launch a business but you still have to work hard to succeed. Unfortunately, this fact escapes both budding franchisees and franchisors
Getting your social media game face on really pays off
A great social media presence can lead to a better job, an improved personal profile or great coverage for your new business
Why franchise termination will always be part of our industry
Calling it quits to any relationship is never easy. But sometimes it’s the best thing to do for a franchise
The power of planning – don't do business with your eyes closed
Working blind or through guesswork may work for the lucky few but for most businesses, being properly prepared for opportunities and threats is key to not only grow but also to survive
The importance of empowering fellow women in business
Pip Wilkins, the CEO of the bfa, believes women should champion, empower and learn from one another
