Is there room for feminism in franchising?
While it’s important for businesses to be more inclusive, this year has seen a new wave of feminists. But has the battle for equality gone too far?
Playing favourites in the workplace is never a good idea
While it’s understandable you may get along better with some employees, favouritism in the workplace can be detrimental to your franchise
Why is it so difficult to get culture in franchising right?
Culture is often cited as the key to keeping businesses together during uncertain times. However, while it’s difficult to achieve a good culture in regular businesses, it’s even harder in franchising
Franchising isn't easy – especially dealing with non-compliant franchisees
Every franchisor wants a good relationship with their franchisees – after all, they represent the brand. But often there are some who choose to go rogue, which can result in termination or, worse still, court proceedings
Making the case to introduce flexitime for your franchise
As people’s lifestyles are changing, more and more professionals are searching for jobs allowing them to prioritise personal commitments and work flexibly
Ten troubling times fast food franchises attracted crazed customers
From releasing rats to hitting employees with bats, fast food workers have seen it all. We explore the customers who behaved badly in fast food franchises such as McDonald’s and Domino’s
Why franchises must use social media debate
Awesome social media strategies can bring both budding franchisees and customers closer to your brand
The staff retention remedies you have to know right now
As business owners, one of the biggest headaches can be caused by employee recruitment. David Glover, managing director of Caremark, explains how improving staff retention can be one of the best medicines
Keeping up network morale is one of franchisors’ most important responsibilities
Working out when you’re likely to recoup your initial investment in a franchise isn’t straightforward but there are ways to calculate a ballpark figure
Why you need to put pension pots into your franchise
While pensions may not seem like the most riveting subject ever, it’s important franchisors ensure they’ve sorted it out for their network
