Franchise Insider: Figuring Out Franchising
How to be a successful franchisee or franchisor
Among the challenges facing franchisees, the economy tops the list. Here are a few factors…
10 Things to Ask Before Buying a Franchise
Since no business opportunity comes with a guarantee, an entrepreneur�s best defense is information
Like any investment, buying a franchise requires a significant amount of due diligence. Not even…
By Alan Hughes
July 23, 2010
Tags: Franchise, franchise opportunities, Franchising, licensing
How To Turn Your Business into a Franchise
Get started expanding your brand model
Becoming a franchisor can be a cost effective way to grow your business with a…
By Renita Burns
July 8, 2010
Tags: branding, business expansion, business growth, business ideas, business model, business strategy, Business ventures, Franchise, franchisor, marketing, small business
Savvy Solutions: Franchise Deal Too Good To Be True?
What questions do I need to ask so I don't get taken advantage of?
I am looking into a franchise opportunity. They’re offering a special program where I would…
By Tennille M. Robinson
Now Read This: Become Your Own Boss in 12 Months
If entrepreneurship is your objective, Melinda Emerson offers a step-by-step road map
Small-business consultant Melinda F. Emerson, founder and CEO of Quintessence Multimedia, a marketing video production…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
April 17, 2010
Tags: business books, business ideas, business plans, business start-ups, Entrepreneurship, launching a business, Melinda Emerson, Melinda F. Emerson, Start-Up, start-ups
Stork Vision Delivers New Opportunities
A career sonographer labors to open an ultrasound franchise
Oftentimes advances in technology will spawn new franchise concepts. In the case of Stork Vision,…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
December 30, 2008
Tags: American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, Franchise, Stork Vision
Unique Franchises: Household Names Begin Here
Options still abound if your options out of reach
Finding a profitable franchise can be as simple as looking at world trends and asking…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
September 29, 2008
Tags: Franchising, history of franchising
Finding the Right Franchise
A successful venture depends more on you then your money
In 2002, Desmond Stanback of Bear, Delaware, was frustrated with the corporate environment. As…
By Marcia Wade Talbert
September 25, 2008
Tags: Franchising, Friendly Computer
To Franchise or Not to Franchise
Is your business ready to take the next step?
Today’s tough economic environment has created heightened interest in an alternative to traditional small business…
By Zakiyyah El-Amin
September 9, 2008
Tags: Franchising, SBA
A Guide to Franchising
Navigate the process using these steps
According to the International Franchise Association (IFA), there are more than 900,000 franchised businesses representing…
By Wendy Harris
September 3, 2008
