Ill fortune: handling serious illness in a franchise network
If a franchisee is involved in an accident or falls victim to a serious illness, providing a helping hand can protect your network
Learning the ropes: why training is crucial for franchising success
A comprehensive training package is the best way to ensure franchisees have a real handle on the inner workings of your franchise
The changing world of franchisee recruitment
When dealing with enquiries from potential new franchisees, you’ve got to get with the times. Bill Pegram, director of marketing at The Franchising Centre, says updating your recruitment systems for the digital age is the key to expansion
Why HR is a necessary evil
Business owners never enjoy HR issues but good policy is essential for the success of all franchise businesses to ensure uniformity, compliance and to uphold the reputation of the brand
Crossing over: why employees make great franchisees
Allowing employees to buy into a franchise as a franchisee can have huge benefits for all involved
Forging an effective franchisor-franchisee relationship
The success of a franchise hinges on the relationship between the franchisor and its franchisees, says Annabel Jones, HR director at ADP UK
From the armed forces to franchising
Leaving the army is a daunting prospect for service people. But for those looking to get back into business, franchising is an attractive option
Hiring right can be tough for franchisees
Finding the right candidate for the job is a challenge in any business. But for franchisees there’s a lot on the line
Young franchisees: the next generation
Young franchisees are on the rise and proving they have just as much business savvy as their elders
Two’s company: franchise partnerships between couples are the perfect match
It seems as though it’s not only budding, entrepreneurial singles that are cashing in on the success of a franchise. Couples are also taking the plunge as franchisees
