Are you languishing in a "regular job?" If so, you're probably wondering what it must be like to be your own boss. That's where we come in. The fact is, there's a great many reasons why it may be time for you to step outside of the office and... (Read More)

The fact is, no matter who you are or what you've done before, there's always a way to embark on a new journey or start something new for yourself. Just take Bob Lepore as an example. After serving as a Marine in Vietnam, Lepore would go on to... (Read More)

When it comes to being your own boss, you want to know not just how much money you made or how big of a footprint you have, you want to know what kind of legacy you've left. That's what makes franchising so great. Franchising provides you with a... (Read More)

Thinking about making the move to franchising? It can be an intimidating leap, but incredibly rewarding. Obviously the right skill set and temperament are going to be hugely important to your success. Check out these four signs that franchising... (Read More)

If you're a just-released felon, it goes without saying that there isn't a slew of employers lining up to take a chance on you. But New York-based company Apple-Metro, which owns several Applebee's franchises and two Pizza Studios, is trying to... (Read More)

Like many new moms, Jackie Dorris was eager to get back to her pre-baby weight. Unfortunately, that became a huge challenge when Dorris tried to find a workout platform that would allow her to take her daughter along. A mom-and-baby class proved... (Read More)

What is your legacy? It's a question most of us are often too busy to ponder, but it's an important one. What are you leaving behind when you retire? Franchises offer an incredible opportunity to build a legacy and leave something behind for your... (Read More)

"What I learned very quickly as an entrepreneur was that to grow our organization, I had to provide different things to the company and to the people. The company needed an entrepreneur, the people needed a leader. You can do both, but it requires a... (Read More)

18% of Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder; 44% of people lose sleep every night due to being "stressed-out," and many people, even though they don't know it, let fear keep them from succeeding. Stress, anxiety and fear are a few of the... (Read More)